Getting Started with BlueCollarMarketplace.com

Hello, and Welcome to BlueCollarMar/ketPlace.com and our "Start Here" page. 

So, what is BlueCollarMarketPlace.com?

"An industry-specific web database for Blue-Collar businesses, designed for your advertising needs, and with a dedicated focus on community support."

 Referrals are much appreciated:

BlueCollarMarketPlace.com may not be just right for everyone.  That pains us to say, but it's true.  However, referring us to businesses you trust and appreciate will go a long way in supporting your community, their business, and marketing intent.  Please feel free to pass them a message, Text, Email, or even a call and help them move in the right direction.  The reality is:  If the customers don't know you exist - are you really IN business?™  So -  pass the word - thanks.

Click this link to go to a printable sheet of Referral Business Cards. (Avery card stock 28878 or a generic business card stock should work fine.  Business cards are 2" X 3.5")  Referral Business cards are great to help support those people you trust and believe would benefit from this website.   Just print and give out when possible. 

To help our advertisers and shopping customers maximize your experience on the website, we offer some simple pointers and tips you may be able to use.  With that, let's get started. 

First - our comments to Advertisers:

• We have designed this site to be simple and cost-effective and hope you can grow a successful business in the years to come.
• With this website, you speak for your company and your services; others have a middle-man operation costing you referrals and monthly fees.
• We offer one flat rate for your annual advertisement fee: $99.00 per listing.
• There's no automatic renewal - if you elect to discontinue advertising with us, your listing automatically expires at the end of your purchase time.   
• Be professional with every customer.  Very few of us sell to everybody, so be understanding if someone says "No."
• A sale is sometimes a process.  The larger the customers' needs, the higher the need for a properly written & signed contract. 
• For those with a retail location and a website, make sure you use a Map Service to identify where you are.  
• Referrals are a great way to support your business.  If you need a piece of equipment and don't have it, check your B2B listings.  They may return the favor.  
• Your Email and password are most crucial, but nearly everything else can be changed.  For example, if you want to improve your listing (add or delete), enter your account and check or uncheck the desired boxes.  Your advertising will update automatically.
• If you select too many services and/or areas you are not working in; you WILL upset others.  Then we will make abuse rules and limit options.  Be Respectful!  

To our Customers and Shoppers:

• Please read our Terms and Conditions ( Terms of Use) and our Privacy Policy.
• We understand dickering on the price.  However, all of us are in business to earn an income and make a profit.  
• Shop around and get a few prices if needed before deciding, mostly on the bigger jobs & services.
• Call a friend or neighbor if you need assistance with a contractor visit or any other aspect.
• These are just some comments from us, and they are not to be considered legal advice.
• Ultimately, contractors & service representatives can only work with one person.  That person must bring decisions to the contractor to move forward and complete the services and receive payment.