Bates: In tough times, creative businesses stand out
Published: Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014 5:30 a.m. CDT
I really enjoy sharing about the creativity of chamber members. Creativity that takes advantage of opportunities can be the difference between success and failure.
One such innovative entrepreneur is Glen Gilmer, owner of True Blue Coupons and Glen’s Lawn Service. Gilmer established Glen’s Lawn Service as a successful lawn care company during the 1990s. Diligent and reasonably priced with references to boot, Gilmer was and is well thought of by those who use him. Yet when 2008 hit, Gilmer found his business, Glen’s Lawn Service, needed new customers to replenish some lost through the recession. That was when Gilmer followed the old adage “adversity is beset with opportunities” and True Blue Coupons was born.
Gilmer creatively spearheaded True Blue Coupons, an affordable coupon flyer, as a way to advertise Glen’s Lawn Service to the community with other organizations sharing the cost. He distinguished his flyer by its unusual blue color and 11-inch by 15-inch size that cradles all other mailers. Kudos to Gilmer for developing a cost-effective way to get the good news to the community about Glen’s Lawn Service and other companies using True Blue Coupons.
Saving Money Is Cool
It is no longer taboo. Saving money is cool. Coupons are like cash. Learn to use them with that mindset. One of the four fundamentals of saving money is to use coupons. If you don't use coupons for everyday purchases now, is it because you don't have time? What if using coupons meant the equivalent of getting paid $50/hour (or more) for your efforts?
After a few trips you will be addicted to the savings using coupons. Once you get a handle on saving big at the grocery store, try your hand at clothing, pizzas, school supplies and toys. Saving money is fun.
Coupon websites like, True Blue Coupons, match sales with the coupon are the best way to go when planning your shopping trip. WE do all of the work for you. We find the sales and then we find any available coupon for the sales and match them up. It’s awesome!
Learn How to Live on Less Money
Using coupons and saving money can change your life. Once you learn how easy it is to save 100s of dollars each month on food, clothing, oil changes and entertainment, you will wonder why it took you so long to get started couponing.
Whether you are trying to get out of debt, save money, or you will need to learn how to live on less money, True Blue Coupons is an excellent way for you to save money so that you can live a better life with your family.
There is something about getting your entire family involved in cutting costs that truly makes it easy. If your kids and your spouse know that you want to save money on your bills they will have fun being a part of it. Tell them what you are currently paying, and ask them if they can help you cut it by a certain amount of money. Using your coupons at the right time will help you save the most money and sure, you should get everyone on the coupon bandwagon!