Posted by Shauna/WA on 7/1/10 10:01am
Msg #343385

On vacation and could be busier than ever

I started out a few months back and while learning, also did some marketing of myself. Apparently this is the week it's paying off. You know, the week that I'm on vacation in a place so remote I have to take a boat to my cabin.

I've had two local lawyers call, two signing companies and three people from town. I have a message on my phone that I'm out of town, plus on my website and email but that's not stopping them.

I feel SO bad, but I guess there's nothing I can do. I hate, hate, hate to lose the business. But it's a good reminder - do market yourself. It will come back to you in only good ways (that is, unless you're on vacation). At least I feel needed, right?

Reply by Michelle/AL on 7/1/10 10:08am
Msg #343387

Shauna, I'm smiling because the same thing has happened to me in the past. You're right. There's nothing you could do. You probably know this already but I would still call these people back (especially the lawyers) when you can to let them know you are back in town and appreciate them calliing you.

Reply by Shauna/WA on 7/1/10 10:12am
Msg #343388

Excellent suggestion. I had planned on doing that, plus a written note (with a biz card, of course). Thanks!

Reply by Frank/NC on 7/1/10 11:09am
Msg #343393

The absolutely same thing happened to me last week. I knew it was EOM week but I had no choice but to be away. As it turned out I think I missed at least 15 jobs in whta could have been the best week in a long time.

Reply by NMS/FL on 7/1/10 1:00pm
Msg #343405

Same thing happened to me in May. Gone for 19 days, out of state, and must have had 17 people/companies needing help. I made sure to answer the call if I could and return each and every call whether they left a voice mail message or not. I let them know that I was on a needed vacation, when the office would reopen and gave them a referral to another notary who I trust to do the job right. Partnering up with a local notary and refer each others business when you're out of town is a real good way to establish professional relationships and provide a resource for the caller.

Reply by jba/fl on 7/1/10 1:02pm
Msg #343407

The most sensible approach I've read today...good Plan B! n/m