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Blackbird Printing Company / Risks - Coggle Diagram
Blackbird Printing Company / Risks
Risk Tolerance
Try New Things
I enjoy the variety of customer types
Each job requires its own approach to achieve a quality result
I will be able to learn about new printing techniques
Consequences
Have backup apparel/equipment ready
Learn damage control and how to work with customers when something has gone wrong
Learn how to deal with fallout when things go wrong
Finding A Solution
Knowing issues I will likely run into and have a contingency plan
Investing time into trail and error on test substrates
Learning creative workarounds when problems arise
Ask for Help
Consulting online screenprinting forums for advice
Join a Chamber of Commerce to learn from other small business owners
Reaching out to other printers I know for ideas/solutions
Risk Tolerance
Self Confidence
I am confident in my ability to meet customer's needs
I know when to ask for help or advice
I enjoy taking on new challenges
Ambiguity
Communicate clearly and specifically with the customer to establish expectations
Have a process developed and follow it faithfully to maintain consistent production
Do research and get as many details as possible to avoid surprises
Roll With Punches
Leave room for error when planning a job or deadline
Expect customer changes or add-ons to an order
Things will always go wrong and require a workaround
Ability to Handle Risk
Know that some things are beyond my control no matter how hard I try
Plan for every eventuality and be as prepared as possible
Understand what is in my scope of experience