Popular Post Llama Posted January 13, 2018 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 13, 2018 15 minutes ago, new2woodwrk said: Why do attribute these calls to domain registration? Just asking... Registered, and started getting a crap ton of phone calls... 15 minutes ago, new2woodwrk said: Also, registering with the DNC registry will help stop telemarketing calls from everywhere - when they do call, you must tell them to put you on their DNC list - if they call you again, it's $20k fine for each call afterwards once you report them I've been on that list as long as I've had my cell phone. How do I get my 20K? 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chet Posted January 13, 2018 Report Share Posted January 13, 2018 The DNC registry is a joke. If the places that I have asked to be removed from their list, got fined 20k every time they still called me... WOW $$$$$$$ Just think of the money they have to scam to pay that bill. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2woodwrk Posted January 13, 2018 Report Share Posted January 13, 2018 5 hours ago, Llama said: Registered, and started getting a crap ton of phone calls... I've been on that list as long as I've had my cell phone. How do I get my 20K? It's a fine - you don't get it, the government does - you have to report them - need date and time of call and person's name to whom you spoke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpt life Posted January 13, 2018 Report Share Posted January 13, 2018 Just now, new2woodwrk said: It's a fine - you don't get it, the government does - you have to report them - need date and time of call and person's name to whom you spoke And every report I have made has indicated that not enough data could be found to follow through. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2woodwrk Posted January 13, 2018 Report Share Posted January 13, 2018 9 minutes ago, C Shaffer said: And every report I have made has indicated that not enough data could be found to follow through. That's odd - I made 2 full reports and both companies were shut down within 30 days. Haven't heard from either in 2 years now. In case anyone wants to report phone spam, they can do so here - Report Telemarketing and Robo Calls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted January 13, 2018 Report Share Posted January 13, 2018 1 hour ago, new2woodwrk said: It's a fine - you don't get it, the government does - you have to report them - need date and time of call and person's name to whom you spoke I was being facetious. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2woodwrk Posted January 14, 2018 Report Share Posted January 14, 2018 3 hours ago, Llama said: I was being facetious. Oh LOL my bad 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterDrow Posted January 17, 2018 Report Share Posted January 17, 2018 On 1/13/2018 at 1:22 PM, Chet said: The DNC registry is a joke. If the places that I have asked to be removed from their list, got fined 20k every time they still called me... WOW $$$$$$$ Just think of the money they have to scam to pay that bill. The FTC publicly admitted sometime last year that they do not have the funding, nor the manpower, to fully and properly enforce the DNC laws. Ever since that announcement, the frequency and number of spam calls I and my friends/family have received has gone up significantly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterDrow Posted January 17, 2018 Report Share Posted January 17, 2018 As to the OP, @Steve B Anderson, I think it's awesome you want to do this. This echoes some of the advice already given but things like Facebook and Instagram will get you in front of local faces a lot faster/better than a website will. Not saying having a website is useless, but given that you aren't looking to sell online, that part can come much later, if need be. You might also check into local arts & crafts fairs, farmers markets, etc. and see if it makes sense to put up a booth at one or more of those events. People like to be hands-on when purchasing stuff like this and that could also give you some great local exposure. Good luck, sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
difalkner Posted January 17, 2018 Report Share Posted January 17, 2018 Fwiw, I have two domains, one since about 1990 and the second one for a few years. To my knowledge I have never gotten a call that came because I have domains registered in my name and I don't have the domain privacy activated. David 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffm510 Posted January 23, 2018 Report Share Posted January 23, 2018 If you're just starting out, sell on... ETSY-https://www.etsy.com/?ref=lgo Open a Facebook page based on your work, no website, no calls, still gets seen, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve B Anderson Posted January 26, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2018 I would like to thank everyone for the advise. There are more avenues available than I realized. I’m still very new in the woodworking world and I still have about 10 years before I retire. As of now I would like to pursue the custom piece crowd. There are many large ranches in my area and these owners have money. I just have to get into the click somehow. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterDrow Posted January 26, 2018 Report Share Posted January 26, 2018 I just managed to secure a location to sell some things I am making on consignment here locally. There are no volume requirements (which is awesome), they will just take things as I bring them to sell. Working out the commission split tomorrow with them. I also need to finish my sled/jig for making wooden combs. I started it a while back and then had to focus on other things at the time. Some friends of mine run an awesome barbershop here and want some wooden combs to sell and they've hit me up as a possible supplier. Where is this all going in the end? Who knows... at this point, I just want to supplement my household income a bit and be able to upgrade my tools over time without eating into the household budget. I'm excited, though... this could open a new chapter for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted December 30, 2018 Report Share Posted December 30, 2018 Custom is a big word in sales. If your doing it for some profit and fun you'll do ok. Tryng to make a living your best bet is cabinetry.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat60 Posted December 31, 2018 Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 11 hours ago, BillyJack said: Custom is a big word in sales. If your doing it for some profit and fun you'll do ok. Tryng to make a living your best bet is cabinetry.... I agree.... Its not often, at least around here you can make money doing one piece of furniture. Hopefully Steve can do better with custom furniture where he is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted December 31, 2018 Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 I think one is better to sell through a store of some kind. Any exposure is a positive... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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