As those who have been with me for awhile now, I’ve been thinking about starting a really different type of home based business. For the most part, the feedback I’ve gotten has been really positive.
Of course, not everyone is on board. I had one woman tell me I was going to Hell. Maybe she’s channeling the Church Lady from SNL. The way I see it, it’s her problem not mine.
Besides, if that’s all it takes to go to Hell, almost every woman I know will be there too. At least I’ll have friends there.
I’ve even come up with a little catch phrase: The way to a man’s heart is not his stomach, it’s further down.
I came up with a couple of other options, but Evelyn shot them down.
I’m designing a small (3″x5″), tasteful ad printed on nice card stock. I’m hoping that I will be able to leave at places women with money haunt: day spas, yoga schools and such. I’ve even thought about placing it in upscale subdivision newspapers.
It isn’t that I want to discriminate against the monetarily challenged; but if someone’s scrambling to get their rent paid they probably don’t have money to spend with me anyway.
I was going to have class at my house. However, I think instead I’ll have it somewhere else, just in case some wacko shows up.
My question is, if you saw that catch phrase on a card, would you go to a website for more info?
I’d really like as much feedback as possible on this so if you get the chance please ask other people you know that question for me. Please don’t explain the class at all. Eventually, when people click on the link, all the info about the class would be there.
I thought this would be a good way to do some market research. So please everybody, would you go to a site for more info if you saw that on a card?
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Sure would, even if to just check what’s up…TRACK
OH MY GOOD GOD – I will definitely enjoy playing around in hell with you, meigler. Except I don’t for one second believe either of us will end up there. I do most definitely believe the judgmental person who said that to you might, though, because she’s not supposed to be passing judgment like that.
Now that that’s out of the way – if I had a libido left (cancer, meds to kill of all hormones, etc) and I saw your catch phrase – yes, I’d go to your website out of curiosity. And then I’d take your class, because I’d assume it would be an absolute riot with lots of giggles. (I’m now wondering if you could actually teach me anything, cuz honey – I was sumthin else in bed and everywhere else the mood struck.)
That makes 2. Hey Duffy. I’m not worried about the nay-sayers. (I think they’re just jealous.) I do think the class will be a lot of fun. How can you be really serious about this?
Besides it’s not like I’m giving them a test in class. They’ll all have oral tests at home. But perhaps I should come and learn from you first! I’m sure I could still learn a lot; no one knows everything after all.
I really think there are a lot of women who just need to know that it’s OK and not just a duty to be tolerated.
That makes 1. Thanks Track.
My theory about things like this has always been: If it’s not going to get you killed, physically assaulted or thrown in jail – GO FOR IT!!! Personally, I would be very interested in taking your class. Regardless of what some think – it is a safe and legitimate way to make extra money. You are not hurting anyone or breaking any laws. Let those who think it’s beneath them to do something like this have their opinions and let it go. By the way: If the postcard advertisement attached is your’s - I LOVE IT!!!
Hi Persimian. I’d love to take credit for the campy ad, but I found it on photobucket and just thought it was a hoot. At first I was concerned about my detractors. I don’t know why though. People are never ambivalent where I’m concerned. It’s a love or hate thing where I’m concerned- been that way for at least 30 years.
I think I was concerned at first because this was about SEX. OMG!
If it’s possible to get lectured in Heaven, then I know I’ll have one waiting for me if I do have the class. (Probably even before I can get unpacked.) I can hear it now- “Michele, did you really have to do that?” Your father and I were embarrassed!
We’re not Jewish, but my mom could always guilt with the best of them!
Hmm, you might put some in restaurants…..I bet the guys would pick them up and give them to their women…
Thanks for that idea Sunblossom. I’ll start thinking about where I might place them.
Perhaps you could start a home party business, you know, like Tupperware or Mary Kay. I could see this being a few hours of full out fun for women’s night out. Here are some suggestions:
Come up with some ice-breaking kind of games to get the gals loosened up a bit about their sexuality. It might be a little uncomfortable diving into, or rather onto something in the first five minutes of your “class”.
Do a brief, fun, comical history of sexuality…the Victorian age, hookers, the 70′s, sources of info, books, complete with photos…heck, you come up with all kinds of clever stuff on your blogs.
Bring some stuff to sell…like some sensuous outfits, toys, books, etc. Stuff that is of quality, yet a little trashy…a little something for everyone.
Have the hostess prepare some food for the event. In fact, you could suggest a few items that might put the ladies in the mood for fun.
Next, show them a few of your tricks. I picture how physical ed teachers use bananas to demonstrate the fine art of donning a condom.
I bet there will be some happy dudes after their ladies spend an evening with “a really different home-based business”.
Anyhow, wherever you do end up in the afterlife, one thing is for certain, you are really outrageous in this life, which makes you the perfect person to pull something like this off!
Keep researching. Perhaps I am gonna burn in H3LL for encouraging this.
Thanks for all the suggestions Lightness. I really like the idea of a mini history lesson. I figured I’d offer a few snacks and perhaps a glass of wine is someone is so inclined. (Of course, I’ll have tea and sodas too.)
In the segment I saw on Real Sex where a woman was doing this, she demonstrated how to don a condom. I haven’t had to use one of them since God was a child, but it looks like I’ll be reacquainting myself with them!
I hadn’t thought about having other store bought items for sale. However, I have been thinking about making some body butter and having that there in small quantities in case anyone wanted to take some of that home. Some of the commercial stuff is full of chemicals.
Don’t worry. If we both go to Hell for this and I go first, I’ll keep on the light for you!
my question is how can all of us women at VN enjoy the class?? As far as your catch phrase, I would add more. I would probably not bother pulling up your website… That being said, I think your class is a great idea, just the phrase wouldnt give me enough information to investigate. Second, if you are “going to Hell” watch where you advertise it. Spas, bars, and places like that where there are not children floating through would be a great idea. But I would avoid restaurants and newspapers. You could really end up with a riot on your hands. good luck and keep us posted
I’m certainly open to ideas for adding to or changing the phrase. I assumed I couldn’t get too direct on an ad that would be out in spas and such. I may be wrong about that though. I first thought of “How to get anything you want from your man.” But I thought it sounded too hookery or golddiggerlike. (Are those words?)
In the movie The Electric Horseman, Willie Nelson said he was going to get “One of those keno girls who could “suck the chrome off a bumper hitch.” I always found that statement funny, but that too didn’t seem quite right.
In the one ad that I have seen for a class, they required a deposit up front. Then the day of the class the student was told where the class was to be held. I think I’ll do the same. Then I’m going to have it at a hotel where I can get a suite that has a living room. I’ll have the students call me when they arrive and they will be escorted up. Hopefully that will prevent any problems.
When I really considered this I didn’t expect any flak. However, that has not been the case. I just don’t want any nut jobs picketing my house. Thanks for your input Enjoying. Please feel free to add anything else you might think of. I’d like as much input as possible now.
yes, I would look up your website, I don’t know if I could attend classes. However I think what you have to say/teach is important.
Hi Dillin. I appreciate your input. The more I get, the better I’ll know what to use in my marketing. Have a great Friday.
Sign me up! Sign me up! I would definitely click on to your site and be first in line to your first class.
Keep playing around with your log line, it’s nice but needs to be “catchier” (I think that’s a word, if not it’s off to Hell for me, too.) I would substitute the word “your” for “a” man, makes it more personal and puts a positive spin on the woman’s romantic status. Also, ”farther” instead of “further” denotes distance. Sorry, but the writer in me can’t resist offering:
“The quickest way [road] to your man’s heart starts about eight inches south of his stomach.”
Be careful, too, about the prostitution laws in your state and conduct your due diligence. You’d be surprised what’s hidden in those laws. Ditto on offering the class in a hotel.
Many casual restaurants here provide postcard holders where businesses and event planners leave stacks of their cards. You might want to check the pubs and eateries where young women congregate and ask the owners’ permission to offer your cards.
I’m so excited for you, and you’re offering a valuable and charming service to women.
Be happy.
P.S. Have you read Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man? Cute book and loaded with information, pick up a copy if you haven’t done so.
Be happy.
Have not seen it, but I’ll look for it today. Many thanks.
Just ordered the book. Thanks.
I like that tag line a lot! I’m confused though. Why would I have to be careful about the protitution laws? There will be no contact from one person to another.
I’m just going to be sharing info, not sending women out to do this and taking a percentage. It’s not like I’ll be a pimpette or anything.
I wish you didn’t live so far away. I think the first few classes especially will be a hoot!
I wish I could be there, too. You’re going to have so much fun.
Just check to ensure that the exchange of sexual information/techniques for profit by an unlicensed therapist is not considered illegal. I don’t want to find myself sitting beside you in a jail cell, meigler, though I do look pretty good in orange. Oh Hell, no! Aren’t Crocs standard issue shoes to prisoners? In that case, you’re on your own, kid. Maybe Gizmo, Ali, and Gus will break you out of the pokey.
Be happy.
Yes, Crocs are standard issue because you can’t hang yourself with their laces or beat anyone to death with them.
BTW- Down here if you really go away, they were all white. Don’t know about the city pokey. It had better not be horiozontal stripes! I can check if you’d like though so you’ll know what shoes to wear. LOL
I will check on that with the local constabulary though. Thanks for the heads-up. I wouldn’t have thought of that.
Meigler, I really like your idea for classes. I don’t think I would look something up from a card that was left in a spa or bar. Even if I did look it up, I don’t think I would follow up with a class especially if it was held in a hotel suite. I would be very suspicious of something like that. BUT, if a friend or colleague from work invited me to their home for a “class”, then I would definitely consider going. I’m just thinking that to be safe and to expand your “home business”, you would be more successful if you did it more on the Tuperware scale. Word of mouth builds a business better than anything else! I also think your cards need to be more informative about what you’re really offering, otherwise people might not take it too seriously. Please keep us up to date on what you decide to do.
PS, the lady who told you that you were going to hell obviously doesn’t know who created sex in the first place!
Hi Lucy. Thanks for your feedback. I know these classes will be popular; and i agree word of mouth is the best way to spread the word. However, how would you suggest that I get the word out to begin with? My circle of friends in Houston is quite small because Doug and I have been self-employed for so long. Any ideas?
I’m thinking on this…..your friend circle may be small, but I still think it would be the best way to start. To me, trust would be a big part of this venture. People would have to feel trust in what they were doing, or I would anyway. Could your friends be depended on to invite people outside your communal friend circle? In other words, ask them to invite folks that you wouldn’t normally come in contact with. Like people they work with but which you have no connection with. I guess you could try both ways and see which way works the best? Again, good luck!
Good morning Miss Lucy. I’ll talk to Evelyn and see what she thinks. I guess it can’t hurt. Her husband just would not be on board with this, I fear; and Rosie just sent an email yesterday that they’re going to be do some traveling. Her kids live in CA. I can talk to her, but not for 10 days at least. She’s really supportive, just so far away.
When I said my circle was small, I meant tiny as you can tell. I do have one friend who’s husband would be thrilled with the idea. Her, not so much.
I have a refrigerator magnet that I’d love to send you. It’s a retro picture of a woman, smoking a cigarette, looking very vamp-like. It reads, “Do the words “gifted and talented” mean anything to you?”
Go to: Redstamp.com and search for Anne Taintor. You’ll find several good ideas for your new business.
As for me, I’d go to a ‘class’ in someone’s home but not in a hotel or place of business. I’m open but not that open. Since I could teach this class myself, I’d be going for the laughs and giggles. Girlfriend time is always on my list of priorities.
The only way to get started is to invite the few gals you already know and ask them to bring one or two people with them. At the class, spread the word. Have some sort of incentive gift for the hostess. Just like Tupperware! only you can skip the burp.
You might make a deal with Bridal shops for referrals. But nowadays, the brides most likely have reinvented the techniques. It’s a whole new day.
I love what Lucy 9444 said about the gal not remembering who invented sex in the first place!
Good Luck with your new business!
Hi Old Blond. Thanks for your input. I was thinking a hotel would be better because Doug and I have less exposure to possible nut jobs. However, the class I read about in SOCA was held at a woman’s house. They just didn’t let the address be known til couple of hours before class.
I will check out Anne Taintor. I appreciate the tip about her.
You’re probably right about most new brides having probably reinvented the technique. Perhaps I should talk to one of them!
I like the idea about the bridal salons. A class of a bride and her bridesmaids would be a hoot I bet.
Please keep coming with any other ideas you might have. I’d really like this to be a big hit from the get go- if that’s possible.
BTW- I really like that magnet!
Safe sex may be a good topic for a teen birthday party. Your approach is light and airy. But it would require adult confirmation of the event.
(I was recently involved in a psychic event with teens and they are so open to new information).
God bless, J
Hi Spiritalk. I never thought about teens at this. That’s a whole new idea. I appreciate your input.
The public library has a room or rooms they gladly give away or rent for a small fee.. I read through this and decided you mean this as a class for teens–tread lightly parents have NO sense of humor about sex and their little darlings…I can see the condom coverered Banana and the police–yikes! Checking about this is VITAL…
Meigler, I like this idea….especially when you try for bringing in “strangers” or folks who you’ve given cards to in shops or whatnot. Not only libraries but other civic clubs, community centers or even apartment guest houses might have rooms that they would rent out at a resonable rate. These would be places where you and the invitees would feel safe and comfortable. I still like the “tupperware” idea best, but if your circle is small, you might also try out these venues.
I’ve thought about that. However, I’m thinking the room should be on the small side, without windows that outsiders could peer through. I don’t think any of my students would want to be seen working with their class “supplies.” I’m still reviewing my options. I don’t want to make a mistake.
When I started this, I was thinking about an adults only class. If there is interest for a teen class, that’d be OK; but it would have to be all teens or all adults at one time. I don’t think they could or should be in the same class.
Hi woman. I just looked at all the Anne Taintor cards. She’s a hoot! Her cards are a lot like Bluntcards without being quite so depraved! My favorites were arsenic, evil and I feel a sin coming on! In fact, I think I used the “evil” one in the blog sometime last year.
Thanks for the suggestion,. If you have any more, keep them coming. Thanks, Michele