Comments on: Tips For Sending A Quote Via E-Mail

By: Tracy

Tracy — Tue, 13 Sep 2016 19:32:27 +0000

Agnes, they cannot trick them if you don’t allow it. I require a $100 non-refundable deposit to place an order. If they want deliver, they have to have already paid the full balance due including the delivery fee. I do not allow payment upon delivery due to issues that could arise.

I had some ladies in wanting to order a cake. They were difficult and extremely picky. I priced the cake accordingly. They ended up going with another cakeshop and when it was delivered, they didn’t want to pay the balance, 1/2 of the cake price. Cakeshop owner declined and since they refused to pay, she took it with her and donated it to a shelter.

By: Margie

Margie — Fri, 09 Sep 2016 03:22:09 +0000

In reply to Colleen Charles. This is great!

By: Agnes

Agnes — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 17:40:03 +0000

This is interesting and natural. I once had this problem when I started the business, now I don’t really bother to send a quote when I sense the tone of discussion
If they want me to do the cake they call back with the tone of making full payment, if you collect deposit, they trick you into delivering and not balancing the remaining money which later turns out sour

By: Lawson

Lawson — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 20:21:27 +0000

Simply amazing advice! Thanks Sharon & Michelle for sharing. I have learnt to “blank” when clients don’t respond to my cake price quote. What’s yours is yours! #CheersFromAfrica

By: Cathy Wanat

Cathy Wanat — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 12:17:08 +0000

Your comments are very interesting. I am signing up for more info about having and running a successful cake business. Thanks for showing up this morning.

By: Kimberly Chapman

Kimberly Chapman — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 10:07:22 +0000

This is very empowering, thank you!

By: Colleen Charles

Colleen Charles — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 01:44:57 +0000

I got so tired of that and now I send them a form to fill out before I utter a single number. Weeds out the price shoppers.

SweetCakes & CheeseCakes
Colleen Charles 517-262-6929
cacharles3@yahoo.com http://www.sweetcakesandcheesecakes.com
SweetCakes & CheeseCakes Estimate Only request form

In order to give you an accurate estimate for a cake, basic information is needed. Time and design are the most costly elements of your cake. All cake designs can be redesigned to accommodate your budget by changing some of the costlier items. Your dream cake will be unique and custom made especially for you!
I will do my best to get back with you within 24 hours. All of my cakes are individually priced. Please return your answer within 3 days in order to save your date. At that point, we can set up a consultation to discuss the details.

Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Event type: Anniversary Wedding Shower Graduation Birthday
Reunion Religious Other:
Date of event:
Venue location:
Indoor / Outdoor:
Budget:
Number of servings:
Theme:
Colors:
Décor: Rustic Formal Casual
Pictures attached: yes no

Cake components: Flavors / Buttercreams page on website or Facebook Albums / Menu
Shape: Round Square Heart Mixed Sheet Cake ¼ 1/3 ½ Full
Specific:
Flavors:
Fillings:
Icing:

Groom’s Cake:
Satellite Cakes:
Additional details: ex. Happy 9th Birthday Daniel!

By: Kirsten

Kirsten — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 01:18:54 +0000

Love it!!! It is what it is, the quote you get is the quote you get! Love it or leave it! Chances are, if they are trying to haggle you down, you don’t want their business anyway. We are not non profit organizations. We do not make 3-5 tiered cakes that serve 30 people for $75. Don’t waste my time! If I get a haggler, I immediately tell them, sorry I am booked!