# Young Entrepreneurs of YoyoExpert!
**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657
**Category:** Unrelated Discussion
**Created:** [July 18, 2013, 10:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657 "2013-07-18T10:25:15Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
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### Author:  [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)
#### Post date: [September 23, 2013, 2:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/821 "2013-09-23T02:34:36Z")
> [@Legyoyo](#):
>
> Might wanna make a thread right after practicing. It’ll give people time to see it and consider their interest 🙂
>
> Then package after they’ve ordered. But whatever you’d like, just an idea 🙂
Im thinking about just bubble wrapping unless i find something els.
Ill make a thread, where should i put it so buyers see it LEGINABOWLOFRICE???
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### Author:  [@Totalartist](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Totalartist)
#### Post date: [September 23, 2013, 8:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/822 "2013-09-23T08:43:38Z")
> [@Bcmaddog](#):
>
> Im thinking about just bubble wrapping unless i find something els.
>
> Ill make a thread, where should i put it so buyers see it LEGINABOWLOFRICE???
Interesting issues you guys raise. Your presentation and packing plays a part too. The catch is, that it adds to your overall “costs.” Things like bubblewrap, padded envelopes and so on, can add up. I know you will do what is best. But, I recommend you do as Legyoyo has done, and keep things simple for now. While presentation is important, you want to focus on the look of the product, ship safe, and fast in the beginning. When things are most profitable, you can invest more in the look of your packaging.
I already had the means from having packaged other items I sold in the past. In my younger days, I was recording a lot if songs. Me and my friends would press our own C.D.s, buy or own cases, make our own CD inserts, print them, fold them, and shrinkwrap the discs. So, I already had a shrinkwrap kit around. When it was time to make the holders, I decided to put a short manual in there, detailing how to care for it, how to contact me for any maintenance if needed, link online and so on. So, I include the manual, shrinkrpwrap them, and that is my presentation. I favor this method, because it’s like opening a bag of chips 😃 You get the feeling you are opening something fresh and “new.” Yet, you can see it clearly before you open it.
A photo of the holders wrapped up prior to shipment to YYE:
[http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2827/9892836165\_f4340354c7\_z.jpg](http://www.flickr.com/photos/totalartist/9892836165/)
[Holders](http://www.flickr.com/photos/totalartist/9892836165/) by [The TotalArtist](http://www.flickr.com/people/totalartist/), on Flickr
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### Author:  [@RobK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RobK)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 12:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/823 "2013-09-24T00:35:20Z")
> [@TotalArtist](#):
>
> I’m glad you see what I mean BC. I have a story for you. My last year of high school I was bored. For years, I always looked at the class clown and thought :🙂 they are interrupting the educational process. But, in 12th grade, I turned into the class clown. I had my group of friends, and in our minds, we were the ones who mattered. The difference with me was that I was an honors student back then, and I was able to time the jokes at a “good” time. I knew the precise moment when the teacher was not in the middle of her best stuff and BAM then came the joke. I knew when to stop too. There was a good friend of mine, and we played that game back and forth bouncing jokes off one another. But, the routine had a start and end. He and I are both in the yearbook listed as class clowns. But, there was a clique of haters. Even the teacher loved the jokes, but the group of five haters were how I used to be :🙂 There are times you will turn into what you once hated, and wonder how the heck it happened. I was experiencing the same boredom other kids had years ago. But, my personality and work ethic kept it somewhat in check even at it’s worst. No one is liked by everyone. Those who think everyone likes them, are out of touch with reality. Some people will not like you for any of these reasons…
>
> 1. For what you did;
> 2. For what you could have done for them, but didn’t;
> 3. They want what you have;
> 4. They don’t think you deserve what you have;
> 5. They know you don’t like them;
> 6. You are too popular;
> 7. You are too smart.
>
> The list goes on and on. Look at how flattering some of the reasons are, for someone not to like you. People are funny creatures. 🙂
When the hate comes from the right place, it is a complement for sure.
I am not well liked in my department, even though I am considerate, professional and helpful, because I get preferential treatment. I am resented for it. I bring a higher level of skill to the table and I have created my own job description. The others in my department have to do more of the tedious work as a result, and I only do what I like. I get away with it because the work I do is of such high value and no one else has the talent.
The resentment is going away though. I am now spinning off into my own department. Just me and my boss’ boss.
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### Author:  [@RobK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RobK)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 12:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/824 "2013-09-24T00:41:35Z")
> [@Bcmaddog](#):
>
> It was April fools joke by Jrod. Then, you see… We were playing with legs name.
>
> Leg in a bowl of rice
> Leg yoyofactory
> Leg in a yoyo
> Etc.
>
> And I said, I’m magic, I’ll change my name to Bcmadkitty.
>
> Should I bring out the Lion Penguin or Panda xD
>
> Also, I see what you mean with the braclet thing. Maybe before a contest YYE could sell a few for people going or something.
>
> It needs to be promoted, and also I think André would love one to go with his shirt.
>
> So, a price. It depends. How many feet a braclet, the how much a foot.
>
> Maybe 5 bucks?
>
> I’ll do some research…
my friend who made mine does them for $10. People pay it without thinking twice.
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### Author:  [@RobK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RobK)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 12:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/825 "2013-09-24T00:47:01Z")
> [@Bcmaddog](#):
>
> The only thing in worried about is a big wrist vs a small one.
>
> It probably shouldn’t matter tho. I mean, I doubt your wrist is a TON bigger than mine.
>
> A little bigger than my wrist to fit those with bigger wrists.
You should worry. I have a very big wrist. You should make them to order, or make them in sizes. My wrist is 8.5". My bracelet is 9.5" because I don’t like tight things on my body. Keep it in mind.
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### Author:  [@RobK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RobK)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 12:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/826 "2013-09-24T00:58:29Z")
> [@Bcmaddog](#):
>
> Hey TA. I went to the new store called Academy Sports and Outdoors. They had DIY paracord packs with buckles. And they had Braclets of all kinds. My dad asked if i wanted one and I mentioned about the business i was starting and the YYE Colors. He said football teams would be popular…
I agree. Team colors for any sport, college and pro woul dbe a great thing to do. You could set up a web site.
Be careful, do not use trademarked logos, just the color schemes.
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### Author:  [@Snafu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Snafu)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 1:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/827 "2013-09-24T01:12:49Z")
> [@TotalArtist](#):
>
> Interesting issues you guys raise. Your presentation and packing plays a part too. The catch is, that it adds to your overall “costs.” Things like bubblewrap, padded envelopes and so on, can add up. I know you will do what is best. But, I recommend you do as Legyoyo has done, and keep things simple for now. While presentation is important, you want to focus on the look of the product, ship safe, and fast in the beginning. When things are most profitable, you can invest more in the look of your packaging.
>
> I already had the means from having packaged other items I sold in the past. In my younger days, I was recording a lot if songs. Me and my friends would press our own C.D.s, buy or own cases, make our own CD inserts, print them, fold them, and shrinkwrap the discs. So, I already had a shrinkwrap kit around. When it was time to make the holders, I decided to put a short manual in there, detailing how to care for it, how to contact me for any maintenance if needed, link online and so on. So, I include the manual, shrinkrpwrap them, and that is my presentation. I favor this method, because it’s like opening a bag of chips 😃 You get the feeling you are opening something fresh and “new.” Yet, you can see it clearly before you open it.
>
> A photo of the holders wrapped up prior to shipment to YYE:
>
> [http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2827/9892836165\_f4340354c7\_z.jpg](http://www.flickr.com/photos/totalartist/9892836165/)
> [Holders](http://www.flickr.com/photos/totalartist/9892836165/) by [The TotalArtist](http://www.flickr.com/people/totalartist/), on Flickr
Dang i want one with the awesome spikes :). You do nice work!
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### Author:  [@abby1371](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/abby1371)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 1:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/828 "2013-09-24T01:28:05Z")
Alrighty I got the counter weight thing done just need to post a video or picture cause our camera is broken but my camcorder isn’t.
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### Author:  [@Legyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legyoyo)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 1:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/829 "2013-09-24T01:28:43Z")
Hey guys. I have a little favor I’d like to ask… Does anyone have any idea of what MY website should look like? I have a vague idea, and I think it’d be cool to get you guys involved! I could even put up a “thank you” of some kind 😃
If you’re not totally sure, and would like to help these are some core concepts I’d certainly like to involve:
1. Has to be Legyoyo holsters oriented! I mean, it IS a Legyoyo holster website!
2. There needs to be room for and artistic flare. And by that I just mean, possibly some designy background thing. Or some spot that would have something appealing (YYE has Mr. Andre yoyoing in the corners and textured background)
3. I don’t want a forum. It’s just not really neccecary IMO. And I don’t want to try and steal YYE style 😃
4. It doesn’t necessarily have to have a shop. Jut a place I can give links or such.
But other than those, it’s open range. It’d really be cool to see the different ideas and such. I love the creativity that’s floats around here, and think it’d help me with my future site
Oh, and yes I’m talking to a website designer. She’s asked what it’d look like, and I went “do’h didn’t think that through! How about I get some creative ideas from fellow yoyoers!”
And a BIG THANKS! To any ideas (in advance :))
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### Author:  [@Legyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legyoyo)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 1:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/830 "2013-09-24T01:34:15Z")
> [@abby1371](#):
>
> Alrighty I got the counter weight thing done just need to post a video or picture cause our camera is broken but my camcorder isn’t.
Sweet! Can’t wait to see it!
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### Author:  [@Erik\_kerber](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Erik_kerber)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 2:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/831 "2013-09-24T02:48:32Z")
> [@Legyoyo](#):
>
> Hey guys. I have a little favor I’d like to ask… Does anyone have any idea of what MY website should look like? I have a vague idea, and I think it’d be cool to get you guys involved! I could even put up a “thank you” of some kind 😃
>
> If you’re not totally sure, and would like to help these are some core concepts I’d certainly like to involve:
>
> 1. Has to be Legyoyo holsters oriented! I mean, it IS a Legyoyo holster website!
> 2. There needs to be room for and artistic flare. And by that I just mean, possibly some designy background thing. Or some spot that would have something appealing (YYE has Mr. Andre yoyoing in the corners and textured background)
> 3. I don’t want a forum. It’s just not really neccecary IMO. And I don’t want to try and steal YYE style 😃
> 4. It doesn’t necessarily have to have a shop. Jut a place I can give links or such.
>
> But other than those, it’s open range. It’d really be cool to see the different ideas and such. I love the creativity that’s floats around here, and think it’d help me with my future site
>
> Oh, and yes I’m talking to a website designer. She’s asked what it’d look like, and I went “do’h didn’t think that through! How about I get some creative ideas from fellow yoyoers!”
>
> And a BIG THANKS! To any ideas (in advance :))
Well im no expert in websight designing but you could have pictures of all the different styles of holsters as a back drop along the edges of the page.
i know this isnt super helpful but its just something that popped in my head ;D ;D ;D ;D
Good Luck On The Web Page
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### Author:  [@Totalartist](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Totalartist)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 7:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/832 "2013-09-24T07:20:31Z")
> [@Bcmaddog](#):
>
> Hey TA. I went to the new store called Academy Sports and Outdoors. They had DIY paracord packs with buckles. And they had Braclets of all kinds. My dad asked if i wanted one and I mentioned about the business i was starting and the YYE Colors. He said football teams would be popular…
Sorry, I missed this post. I think it’s a great idea to offer all colors and themes. I think the forum colors tie it in with yo-yo, but any themes will work well. If you keep a lot of paracord in stock, you can make them to order, almost any color. Definitely get the kits. It’s so nice to have Dad invest in your business 8)
My thinking with starting with a few colors is to keep you from over-investing in the beginning, in all these different colors of paracord. Then, you have no idea what custom orders will come in. You will notice some colors will run out faster than others. Rather than experience that headache and financial burden during your first run, I thought it might be best to zero in on something a lot of people can identify with. Then, you can take the profits, and build from there, with more colors and so on. You can offer different buckle options down the line too. So many things you can do with it.
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### Author:  [@Totalartist](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Totalartist)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 7:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/833 "2013-09-24T07:26:45Z")
> [@Legyoyo](#):
>
> Hey guys. I have a little favor I’d like to ask… Does anyone have any idea of what MY website should look like? I have a vague idea, and I think it’d be cool to get you guys involved! I could even put up a “thank you” of some kind 😃
>
> If you’re not totally sure, and would like to help these are some core concepts I’d certainly like to involve:
>
> 1. Has to be Legyoyo holsters oriented! I mean, it IS a Legyoyo holster website!
> 2. There needs to be room for and artistic flare. And by that I just mean, possibly some designy background thing. Or some spot that would have something appealing (YYE has Mr. Andre yoyoing in the corners and textured background)
> 3. I don’t want a forum. It’s just not really neccecary IMO. And I don’t want to try and steal YYE style 😃
> 4. It doesn’t necessarily have to have a shop. Jut a place I can give links or such.
>
> But other than those, it’s open range. It’d really be cool to see the different ideas and such. I love the creativity that’s floats around here, and think it’d help me with my future site
>
> Oh, and yes I’m talking to a website designer. She’s asked what it’d look like, and I went “do’h didn’t think that through! How about I get some creative ideas from fellow yoyoers!”
>
> And a BIG THANKS! To any ideas (in advance :))
Sorry for the delay. Have you considered [webs.com](http://webs.com)? A lot of legitimate businesses use their services, control the look of their site, and link Paypal for payments. They basically offer a free site and allow you to design it yourself. You should play around on there and see what you can come up with on your own, before you pay someone else. You can buy a domain name and forward it to the webs store you create. But, you don’t even have to do that yet. I’ll have to think about design ideas…the possibilities are endless. That’s exciting news.
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### Author:  [@crococorey](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/crococorey)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 5:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/834 "2013-09-24T17:27:59Z")
> [@TotalArtist](#):
>
> Well guys, who cares if you were driving up your post count. 😃 This whole forum is a game anyway. After all…it is a toy forum, can it be anything else? Do you think my “Thank Yous” are dead even right now by coincidence? I have a little game going in my head, where they have to stay even. It’s cool when the given and received match up.
>
> I look at “Thank Yous,” and the game going in my head right now is this. If you give more than you receive, TotalArtist the psychic says you are a very generous person. If you receive more than you give, you are a selfish son of a… If they are dead even, well what negative can anyone say about that? 😃
>
> I’m watching all your “thank yous” now. Too late… I saw them and have you all read like a book. 😃
Just to point out if anyone has ever “thanked” me and i disnt thank them back, that’s because I don’t know how. Im mostly on the app too.
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### Author:  [@Apollo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Apollo2)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 6:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/835 "2013-09-24T18:43:12Z")
Havent seen this thread in a while! Im back! You guys are awesome…
I street performed at an event here in NC and worked some huge crowds!!!
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### Author:  [@crococorey](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/crococorey)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 6:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/836 "2013-09-24T18:54:54Z")
> [@Apollo2](#):
>
> Havent seen this thread in a while! Im back! You guys are awesome…
>
> I street performed at an event here in NC and worked some huge crowds!!!
Cool! Did you do the kind of street preforming where you gather a crowd in a circle or the kind wher you put down a hat and throw while people are walking?
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### Author:  [@Apollo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Apollo2)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 6:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/837 "2013-09-24T18:58:20Z")
> [@crococorey](#):
>
> Cool! Did you do the kind of street preforming where you gather a crowd in a circle or the kind wher you put down a hat and throw while people are walking?
I play music, lay out a mat so i dont ding my throws and put out a tip box. People gather in a semicirclle
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### Author:  [@abby1371](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/abby1371)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2013, 6:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/838 "2013-09-24T18:59:10Z")
> [@Legyoyo](#):
>
> Hey guys. I have a little favor I’d like to ask… Does anyone have any idea of what MY website should look like? I have a vague idea, and I think it’d be cool to get you guys involved! I could even put up a “thank you” of some kind 😃
>
> If you’re not totally sure, and would like to help these are some core concepts I’d certainly like to involve:
>
> 1. Has to be Legyoyo holsters oriented! I mean, it IS a Legyoyo holster website!
> 2. There needs to be room for and artistic flare. And by that I just mean, possibly some designy background thing. Or some spot that would have something appealing (YYE has Mr. Andre yoyoing in the corners and textured background)
> 3. I don’t want a forum. It’s just not really neccecary IMO. And I don’t want to try and steal YYE style 😃
> 4. It doesn’t necessarily have to have a shop. Jut a place I can give links or such.
>
> But other than those, it’s open range. It’d really be cool to see the different ideas and such. I love the creativity that’s floats around here, and think it’d help me with my future site
>
> Oh, and yes I’m talking to a website designer. She’s asked what it’d look like, and I went “do’h didn’t think that through! How about I get some creative ideas from fellow yoyoers!”
>
> And a BIG THANKS! To any ideas (in advance :))
1. Might want to come up with a company email if your going to make a website so people who aren’t on the forum page can buy your holster.
2. Have pictures of your holsters on the sides
3. Have a holster gallery!
4. Use your sig as your banner.
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### Author:  [@Legyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legyoyo)
#### Post date: [September 25, 2013, 2:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/839 "2013-09-25T02:01:05Z")
[My Site!!!](http://legyoyoholsters.webs.com/)
Just born, so be easy. But comments are appreciated! There’s a lot of limitations, but I think it’s a solid start
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### Author:  [@JoeBadass](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JoeBadass)
#### Post date: [September 25, 2013, 2:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/young-entrepreneurs-of-yoyoexpert/56657/840 "2013-09-25T02:31:52Z")
Quick update on my college life :
-I now have an opportunity to study abroad in Tianjin, China next semester!
-Currently taking “Let’s speak Mandarin” to learn how to speak basic chinese! Pretty exciting and i’m having tons of fun so far.
-If my study abroad plans fall through, I have secured an internship in the 2014 south beach food and wine festival as an event coordinator.
-I, along with two other high school friends have opened a Collegiate DECA chapter to help bring competitive business back into our lives as well as introducing it to other students.
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