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.
Coupons Are a Winner
For those who like to shop but have a small budget, coupons can help you afford the items you want. Clothing, shoes and purses go on sale often. Combine these sales with coupons, and you can afford to buy the shoes or purse you’ve had your eye on.
Coupons help you gain new experiences in life. You may find great coupons here at True Blue Coupons for a local attraction that you may not have known about without the coupon. Coupons may also help you afford to take a specialized class, such as cooking or art that you wouldn’t otherwise be able to take.
You may find a great new food product because you found a coupon here at True Blue Coupons for it. Without a coupon, you may be hesitant to buy a product you aren’t sure you will like. Since a coupon made it more affordable, you won’t mind trying it, and it could become one of your favorite foods, and you are saving money buying an essential item like food.
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!