A place for London mamas in business....

So, as I was scrolling through my Facebook feed this morning, I realized that a HUGE local resource is right in front of my fingertips (literally) that I actually tap into quite often.  It's a group on Facebook called London Ontario Mom to Mom Handmade and Home Business Goods. Quite the long title, but very aptly named, as this group includes moms that live in and around the London area that have started their own, local business or sell products/services via direct sales.  Not only does this lovely group of women share their wares and sales and promotions, but they also share tips and advice that can really help a small business owner out.  Particularly when you first get your feet wet in the world of sales.  
The products offered in this group are great - you can get anything from gel nail tips to homemade cookies (always beautifully made), to photography services.  London moms can also go onto this group and request things to be made - lots of shout outs for custom cakes, custom gifts, unique items that could only be made by talented, small business owners. I myself have "shopped" through this group many times and have found some fantastic, quality products that have gone over very well as gifts or even as an indulgence to myself once in a while!  Another great thing about this group is that the ladies tend to review the products they have received from these businesses.  Most of the time the reviews are positive and very helpful - one review steered me right to a sweet little organic clothing business that I fell IN LOVE with, and will no doubt be mentioning in a blog post all on it's own in the near future.  A feature that I personally like is that the group is listed as "secret" so no spammers hack in to the group and fill it's news feed with unnecessary "junk mail." This also means that you can't just join and start posting - the admins will approve you and it's best to review their group policies before posting your items or requests.  They aren't lengthy and very fair (eg// please refrain from referring a potential customer to big box stores, or national chains, since the local ladies can probably provide the customer with the same product made by their own local and small business).  Makes sense, right?

And if you are looking for craft shows to go to, local mom swaps, or any type of vendor-related activity, this is the group to join because the event, dates and info will be posted here.  

Overall, I have found this Facebook group to be informative, helpful and definitely useful.  It's a must if you are a mom looking to expose your small business, especially if you are from London. So if you haven't already done so, request to be added to this group and check out the amazing local talent these London moms have to offer.

Have a great day, London.