For those who’re on my VIP record, then you definitely doubtless heard the massive, thrilling, I’ve-been-wanting-this-for-without end information that I just lately acquired an area that I’m within the early phases of reworking into my very own portrait suite! At seven years into my enterprise, with an emphasis on the tip results of museum-quality, handmade items of artwork, this area is the subsequent step in up-leveling your shopper expertise.
The Imaginative and prescient Unfolds: A Devoted Area for You
See, I’ve had this not-so-secret dream that’s been brewing for some time, most likely the previous two or three years: an area that’s actually mine, the place the magic of pet portraits and the enjoyment of shopper interactions can seamlessly intertwine. It’s a imaginative and prescient that embodies not solely my ardour for pictures but in addition my unwavering dedication to crafting the absolute best shopper expertise. I didn’t simply need any area; I wished a clean canvas fully my very own, the place my art work and merchandise might take middle stage and the place the Bark & Gold expertise might unfold precisely as I envisioned it.
Earlier on, I considered constructing one thing small proper on our residence property, however the practicalities and a need for privateness quickly quashed that notion. A coworking or studio share was by no means on the agenda; it needed to be an area that whispered “mine” from each nook.
I imagined a spot that might be a testomony to the care and dedication I pour into each touchpoint of my shopper expertise, a devoted area that provided extra versatility and extra privateness, one that might enable me to showcase your photos and my art work as they should be celebrated: giant and in cost! I wished a central location with a heat, welcoming environment that matches the VIP therapy they honestly deserve, one that’s handy to all my purchasers and the place they might really feel actually comfy.
From No-Go to Go-Get-It
On a day in early September, I scheduled a gathering to take a look at a possible area that, properly…to spare you the cringy particulars, rapidly proved to be a particular no-go for many causes. I left feeling dissatisfied, annoyed, and considerably impatient, however I advised myself that the correct place would fall into my lap. After which, about an hour later, and nearly by likelihood, it did.
Whereas driving residence, I noticed a “For Lease” check in a window on the higher stage of the again facet of a plaza, simply minutes from the neighborhood the place I grew up. With out hesitation, I pulled into the car parking zone, rapidly scribbled down the contact quantity, and drove a mere 5 minutes up the highway earlier than dialing it. I didn’t anticipate anybody to reply on these first few rings, however a pleasant voice answered on the opposite finish, mentioning he had a short window of 15 to twenty minutes after I excitedly defined to him what I used to be searching for. I assured him I’d be there in underneath 5 minutes and instantly backtracked on my drive.
The Blue Abyss of Overwhelm
I used to be proven two models, neither of which was the preliminary one I known as about. It seems it wouldn’t fairly be what I’d want by way of area and format anyway, so we skipped touring it and began with two different areas. I used to be initially leaning towards the second I checked out—largely as a result of the primary one was so…blue—however one thing advised me to get a second opinion from my mother and father, who I knew could be serving to with renovations. In the end, I made a decision on the primary, which I can solely describe as The Blue Abyss of Overwhelm.
Once I let you know that coming into this area was like strolling right into a Smurf conference, I’m not exaggerating. The whole lot was blue, from two giant empty partitions to the carpet. And, oh boy, the place got here absolutely furnished, just like the final tenants had thrown a company furnishings fiesta! There have been two large L-shaped government desks, mini desks, convention tables that seemed extra official than my start certificates, chairs for days, and extra submitting cupboards than you’d discover in an accountant’s nightmare. It was like a sport of workplace furnishings Tetris gone wild! (See exhibit A under.)
However hidden beneath the blue and the avalanche of workplace furnishings, there was potential. Round 800 sq. ft of it. With a few coats of anything-but-blue paint, just a few rounds of carpet scrubbing, and a promise to offer that furnishings a brand new residence (thanks, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?), I began to see the potential. It was like discovering a diamond in a pile of…properly, blue.
Image-Good Comfort
It’s mid-October, and I’m nonetheless proper within the thick of it. The ultimate renovations are properly underway, and I’m on monitor for an end-of-the-year opening; I’m sooo past able to welcome my purchasers for his or her ordering appointments and art work pickups. I’ve nonetheless acquired just a few ending touches so as to add, together with some new wall artwork items, décor that can actually make the area my very own, and, after all, a shiny new TV for viewing your photos bigger than ever earlier than, but it surely’s all coming collectively (albeit not as rapidly as I’d like given my zero to sixty get ‘er completed method), and I can’t wait to share this area with you!
I’m assured that Bark & Gold Images’s portrait suite goes to be a game-changer in giving my purchasers an area to unfold out, loosen up, and actually get pleasure from what is commonly their favourite a part of all the Bark & Gold expertise. Privateness is a precedence right here, creating an intimate environment; no extra crowded meetups on the native Panera Bread, the place I do know they really feel foolish crying blissful tears over their pup’s lovely photos. Right here, they will have a very good outdated cry of pleasure, and there can be nobody round to offer them the side-eye. (Yep, you guessed it, tissues have been on the prime of my purchasing record for a devoted Kleenex nook as a result of, properly, I perceive their feels!)
With this devoted area, I’ll have the capability to serve extra purchasers, extra incessantly, which implies you received’t have to attend weeks simply to e book your ordering appointment or obtain your pet’s customized art work. My days of driving everywhere in the area, which restricted my availability to see multiple shopper a day, are lengthy gone! I’ve prolonged my hours to make scheduling your ordering appointment and art work pickups tremendous handy for you. It’s my means of claiming, “You’re the VIP right here,” as a result of the whole lot I do is for you, my unbelievable purchasers!
And the placement—it’s one other bonus of comfort. Whether or not you’re coming from Robinson Township, downtown Pittsburgh, Nevillewood, the North Hills or South Hills, and even japanese Ohio or West Virginia, it’s strategically located only a quick drive away off Steubenville Pike in Imperial.
Onward and Upward: Cheers and Thanks for Your Superior Help
As I inch nearer to the official opening of my new portrait suite, I’m excited to ask you to hitch me on this wild, messy, humorous, and sometimes sudden journey. I imagine in full transparency in all points of my enterprise, and that features letting you in on the thrilling progress we’re making. Your help and enthusiasm imply the world to me, and I do know you like being part of the journey. (By the best way, if you need extra, the quickest solution to keep within the loop is by becoming a member of my VIP record, the place you’ll be among the many first to get all of the behind-the-scenes motion and unique updates.)
To all of you who’ve been my digital cheerleaders over the previous month, filling my social media with feedback and sending emails that made me really feel like a rockstar, thanks! Your enthusiasm? Pure rocket gasoline for my entrepreneurial engine! I’m critically stoked to have you ever on this wild experience with me.
I can’t wait to welcome you to my lovely new portrait suite on your ordering appointment, however first, we’ve acquired to get your session scheduled. Whether or not you’re prepared to leap in paws first otherwise you merely wish to study extra, merely select your journey under to start.