I just answered her, "Yes! I do have a job, and have been in it since 2003!" Because most people I know only knew that I am a stay-at-home mother, and they always forget to acknowldge that I am a homebased business owner too. Just because I do not have a boss, and doesn't go to work outside of our home does not mean that I do not have a job.
That wasn't the first time I was asked of the same question though. But that evening made me realize that I should be more stricter in following work hours in my e-shop like it's a brick and mortar store. Working in e-retail takes so much time, especially when you're working alone. I even work during dawn when I have to answer inquiries, for example, from a customer who wanted specific measurements of high waist jeans that she want to be shipped out ASAP because they're flying to another country in about a week for a holiday getaway.
I try to work at least eight hours a day now. At work, I am a/an...
- curator
- model
- photographer
- merchandiser
- editor
- researcher
- in charge at the mailroom
- head of the shipping department
- customer service clerk
- Salesclerk
- laundry woman
- iron lady
- shoe shiner
- sewing lady
- errand girl
Here are some pieces that I am listing soon!
Those are cute stuff :) Will tell my female friends to check out your store soon :)
ReplyDeleteThanks. I don't sell goods exclusively for women, but for all and for all ages. :D
DeleteThat's really annoying. Unless they have a job offer, I don't think it's someone else's business to ask me about my job. Anyway, cool stuff you got there. I'm currently checking your shop :)
ReplyDeleteI agree. It's really none of her business.
DeleteThanks.
That blue, black and red plaid jacket reminded me of a cap I once have and people kept asking me whether I am going for golf. I do like to sell online but because of my 'regular' job, I cannot find time to do it. Maybe later. Here's a toast to Superwoman!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jon. Cheers! :D
DeleteYou're on Etsy!!! I shop there. A lot. I find the most interesting items there and friends always rave about the gifts i give them. The little black dress and the blazer, those are awesome by the way.
ReplyDeleteI think with the heavy taxation governments around the world are imposing, the crisis and stuff, a new "job culture" is coming forth.
You know after reading the hundred stuff you normally do every day, it reminded me of this old song by Peggy Lee, "I'm a woman". That's like a perfect battle song for you. Hehehe!
Peggy Lee! I always listen to her songs during my bikes and walks in the afternoon if the weather permits. I love listening to 1940 - early 1990s songs.
DeleteI just listened to her "I'm A Woman", and yes! It fits! Hahaha. Thanks Mr. T!
Let me know if you like and want to purchase something from my shop, I'll send you coupon code. *wink