How To Start A Florist Business | Top Tips To Get Started
How to start a florist business these are my top tips to get started.
I'm getting closer and closer to being in this industry for almost 40 years. Now in this new crazy world, it can be hard to get started, and at the same time because of the internet, it can also be very easy to get started. It all just comes down to starting off correctly and understanding the internet, how it works, and how to use the internet to your benefit.
I'm designer Frank Blanchard AIFD and in this video, I'm sharing the two things I feel are the most important things to do for anyone starting a brand new florist business of some sort. After years in the industry, owning multiple successful businesses, winning many professional design awards, doing work for celebrities, royalty, and presidents all while working e-commerce, SEO for florist websites, marketing, and social media marketing. I can safely say I know what works, what doesn't, how to get to where you want your business to go, and how to use the internet to get there.
I work with so many florists all over the country that are either brand new to the business world, maybe struggling with their online presence which includes website, social media etc.
Usually, what I find is they haven't created any kind of business plan, and their understanding of how the internet works in regard to business is either very minimal to non-existant.
So in this video, knowing what I know, I'm sharing my top tips to get you started when you are starting from scratch brand new. So if you're ready let's get started.
If you are interested in leveling up your skills as a floral industry professional. Learning the finer points of SEO for florist websites, mastering your marketing skills, creating a strong social media marketing strategy, building your brand, and most importantly growing your audience. Consider subscribing to my channel to create a strong successful florist business for yourself.
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Thank you for sharing this video with us. I am actually planning of opening a flower shop!
Grow that audience people, once you do everything else is so much easier.
I’m brand new and scared out of my mind, thank you for the video!
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
Just remember one step at a time. Make sure you focus on producing top-quality product and becoming a pro at marketing.
Your video really got me in thinking mode. Thank you Frank for sharing your expertise with us!
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it helpful.
Your videos have taught me so m much thank you for taking the time to teach the business side of being a successful florist 🥰👌
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome. One of the great aspects of video, if you ever get stuck on something you can rewind or watch it again.
I'm planning on opening up a shop too! And working on a floral KZread channel.🤩🏵️
@renetorres7704
5 ай бұрын
Hi, did you open your business. How are you doing.
I stumble across you channell and I am so greatful. Thank you for talking about this so simple yet powerful. This help me alot.
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you found the info helpful. After over 30 years in the business, I'm just trying to help other get a leg up. Stay tuned for more.
Very helpful!! ❤️
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
Жыл бұрын
More coming your way soon.
Thank you so much!!! For your information!💖
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. More coming your way soon.
you are brilliant am loving this ace advice as always
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
3 жыл бұрын
Lot's more coming your way.
Thank you for this ☺️
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Hope your holiday season is a good one this year.
I’m a newbee!
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
5 ай бұрын
ya gotta start somewhere. It's a fabulous journey.
Thanks so much for this very informative video. Can I get a wholesale license now whileI am creating my online presence. I am just starting out with no experience at all.
Thanks a lot
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, I hope these tips helped.
Could you give a few examples of a floral retail store front small flower shop business plan? :) Thank you!
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, impressive timing, I am actually starting to plan a few videos on that kind of topic. I've had a few other people ask me about this on my other social streams too. I will make a point of doing a new video on this topic very soon. Thanks for asking.
Thank you for your insight! Is it possible to start this from home? Looking forward to hearing more!
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
3 жыл бұрын
You can definitely do this from home, a lot of people do. However, there are pros and cons. Because business, in general, is online, you've got to learn how the internet works and how current trends in Marketing work.
@cynthiabarrera6266
3 жыл бұрын
@@FrankBlanchardAIFD Thank you!
Doesn't one need to get their name secured, as in purchasing your domain PRIOR TO marketing your brand on IG, Pinterest or even paying for fakebook?
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
Good question, You definitely do want to make sure that for your website that the domain you want is available. Buying your Domain is one of your least expenses when getting started. I recommend getting your domain through Google Domains, that way you won't have to "Verify" your website. You can actually get all your social media for business set up prior to that. Getting started with your Social Media first can actually help get the ball rolling for you.
@Angie247Beers
2 жыл бұрын
@@FrankBlanchardAIFD thank you so much for your prompt response! I'm truly impressed with that alone, ...and I've really enjoyed watching your videos for reference🙂
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
@@Angie247Beers You are so welcome. I hope your journey in the flower world is a good one.
So, I just need to take a Basic floral class, wholesale license, retail license, EIN # ; to start my business, right?
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
3 жыл бұрын
Well, that's the basic stuff. There is a whole lot more that goes into having a successful business. Marketing and developing your brand and building your audience I would say are even more important.
@smileyyyyy1249
3 жыл бұрын
@@FrankBlanchardAIFD What if you have no experience in flowers? Like you never worked at a flower shop, you don’t really know nothing about flowers but just something about flowers just really interest you what do you think I should do ? I want to start or online flower business
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
3 жыл бұрын
@@smileyyyyy1249 Good question, I would answer it this way. The floral industry and the business of flowers is a profession. It takes knowledge, expertise, horticultural knowledge, design knowledge and the list goes on. If you are going to be successful you've got to be good. The business of flowers is definitely not an easy business to get started in. Some actual technical training is very helpful, working for someone else for a while to get some experience is invaluable/Priceless. That kind of experience can help keep you out of hot water in the future.
@3blacky
3 жыл бұрын
I think if you register as a DBA and have a bank account under DBA you can start now and do the rest as you go. I have heard it is suggested to keep a financial journal and "meeting notes" of decisions and details as records to have proof of operations(typed/professional) and can help proof an intention of registering as llc in the near future. As of knowledge and experience it is really about seeking for the information about the work you want to produce and actually creating (buying flower/tools) to produce and practice the work. Business is like riding a bike practice =experience and pivot as obstacles appear. A business plan is mandatory but also keep in mind there are milestones and now should be about knowledge. Have a calendar with intended arrangements and flowers/skills to learn your first year to secure future production operation instructions and know how to future order fillers while you keep investing in yourself/business as your first year business plan because making 400k in the first year might be unattainable without know how.that is best for 3-5 year biz plan. I started visiting the flower district in my city years prior befriending plenty of friendly helpful florist /wholesalers and connections but I am still reaching and aiming to reach the level some of my peers are in. It is attainable!
With out doing floral design certificates , we can do floral business?
@saipranavkitchen2355
2 жыл бұрын
We can do online business
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
2 жыл бұрын
In reality depending on where you are you can start anytime without any certification. In the USA all you need to work on is getting your business bank account set up, getting your federal tax ID set up, and registering your business trade name / DBA with the state you reside, and any licenses with your local city or county. Outside the USA it will obviously be different depending on what country you are in.
@saipranavkitchen2355
2 жыл бұрын
@@FrankBlanchardAIFD thank you 😊
you took way to long to get to the point!. I'm am artist baby!...
It is so boring video....
First time in this channel. I really appreciate sharing the information! I’m starting today selling for Mother’s Day and I’m going to the streets to sell them. Thank you !🙏🏽🪴🌸🌸🌸🌸
@FrankBlanchardAIFD
3 жыл бұрын
So sorry I missed your comment until now. For some reason KZread has not been showing me all my comments right away. The joys of technology. I hope your Mother's Day all went well for you? Keep working on the journey.