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SUCCESS STORIES |
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Discover how Triangle Concierge
has helped young businesses just starting out
make their dreams come true! |
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Triangle Concierge gets so many people who are just starting out that we thought it would be nice to feature some businesses who have made it in the industry. I do hope these stories inspire you and encourage you to never give up on your dream!!!
If you have a story you would like to share in this space, please email it to Katharine at kgiovanni@triangleconcierge.com. The piece should be in 500 words or less. If you want us to print your name, company or website just let us know. Also, please put "success story" in the subject line so I know it's for this page on our site. |
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Hello. I wanted to
take this time to personally thank you for
writing such an amazing Concierge
reference book. My brother, Joseph
Cummins, was in contact with you back in
2006, and you were able to provide him with
some great insight and inspiration to help
him start his own concierge business. In
2008, I joined the company, and together,
Joe and I have given Helping
Hand Concierge, LLC a
wonderful face-lift.. We have updated our
marketing tools, plus website (www.helpinghandconciergellc.com),
which has been an exciting journey. Thank
you again for your inspiration and
guidance...
Laura M. Cummins, Personal and Corporate
Concierge Specialist, Helping Hand
Concierge, LLC. |
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I can't say enough wonderful things
about Triangle Concierge. I spent 20 years
as an executive assistant in the legal and
medical communities and finally decided that
if I applied my educational and practical
experience to building my own business I
would be very successful. Well, fast
forward almost two years and I am extremely
happy to state that with
Triangle's incredible resources and a lot of
tenacity, I have been able to achieve my
dreams of business success. Your books,
seminars and motivation are the main
components necessary to succeed in our
industry. Initially, I purchased another
"concierge how to" book and was,
fortunately, given your guide as a gift and
I must admit it was one of the best gifts I
have received. I will never be able to
thank you enough for assisting me in
achieving my dreams. With your leadership
and resources, I know that ExecuStaff will
continue to thrive.
Anyone who is thinking of
starting/expanding a concierge/virtual
assisting business must take the time to
study your methods. You have the proven
skill set to put anyone considering joining
this industry on the path to success.
Triangle Concierge proves that even in our
current economy, our services are not only
needed but absolutely necessary and
welcome. Thank you Katherine and Ron for
making ExecuStaff the success it is
today!!! You are an undeniable asset to our
industry. Keep up the
great work. We wouldn't be
where we are today without your leadership.
Jacqueline Butler, ExecuStaff Concierge
Services, LLC.
www.execustaffconcierge.net |
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"You do too many things and you lack focus" was the sobering assessment that a head hunter shared with me at the beginning of 2007 when I found myself in an interesting life situation: facing a divorce. I left the corporate world a couple of years ago (trying to save my marriage) and I had no plan for what I wanted to do with the next 40 years of my life.
Onto this fertile ground of life planning plummeted comments from my girl friends that they envied me because I had so much time and that was what they were missing most in their lives! So the idea of a Concierge and Personal Assistant business was born. As with every new business the ground had to be prepared: I created a web page, read books, created business cards and then I was ready to go out there and find some clients.
Here is what I learned:
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There is a huge need for our services. People are willing to pay for having extra time and things taking care off in their lives.
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Find out what you love to do and offer those services – I love to cook so we offer personal meals for our clients.
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Talk to other business owners – find out what works for them and modify it to fit your own style.
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Contact local papers and let them know about what you do. That is exactly how this article came about:
http://www.scottsdaleairpark.com/business_news.php#BN335
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Love what you do and it will be rewarding beyond the financial benefits.
Now towards the end of this year of amazing change, my business is thriving (I have as much work as I wanted to have at this stage in my business), I am happier than I have been in a long time in my life and I see this huge potential ahead of me.
Just last week I received a “thank you” email from my client that brought tears to my eyes…
"Purpose is the place where your deep gladness meets the world's needs."
Frederick Buechner
I found my purpose in making a difference in people’s lives.
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Hi Katharine and Ron,
I just wanted to say thanks to both of you for everything you are doing to get the word out about the Concierge industry.
I am so excited, honored and speechless after last night that I still can't believe this is happening to me.. Last night, I was honored by ATLANTA LEGENDS BALL. This is an organization that was created in Atlanta last year as a result of Oprah Winfrey's Legends Ball where Oprah honored 50 successful women... The first event was held last year in Atlanta and the Mayor of Atlanta, Shirley Franklin and was honored. The event was very well attended.
Well, one of my clients nominated me and my company, Xtra Pair of Hands, and after a year of interviews, I was chosen to be one of 5 young women making a difference in Atlanta. What an honor!!!!!
The entire event was beautiful. There was the red carpet and VIP section. When I walked into the room everyone knew about me and my company. I was very, very honored. Actors from the Atlanta Theatre performed a play about the 5 companies being honored and all through the show Xtra Pair of Hands was mentioned... I sat there with tears in my eyes. It was so surreal......
Just wanted to share this wonderful moment with you guys and to say once again, THANK YOU for making this a wonderful industry to be a part of.
Keep up the good work in educating the public.
Kym Smith
President
Xtra Pair of Hands, LLC
www.xtrapairofhands.net
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Almost 1 year ago I purchased your
Concierge Manual. I was a little
afraid due to living in such a small
area that does not really know
about concierge services. So I took the
list of ways to market your business. I
picked the top ten I thought would work
in my area. To my surprise my business
was spotlight business today in our
local newspaper. It has a front page
full article on the business and my
services. Not to mention a picture of me
and one of my vehicles. Though this is
small to some people. My business
currently is part time if the word
continues to grow I can finally do it
full time. I advise anyone to start out
slow and the business will follow you.
I mean people are actually calling
though small things on the list to
promote the business that have a big
impact on your marketing. Keep educating
people through your book & workshops the
information really does help small
companies like mine.
Alica Crawford
Owner
A & C Lifestyles
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