Clever Name and Clever Marketing Ideas for Freelance Makeup Artist?

Question

I would like a name to call my makeup business that could possibly include my name. I was thinking of "Interstitial Beauty" but am open to more ideas.

And I would also like clever ideas on how to attract more clients. I would like to do weddings, pageants, "makeup parties", and events. All help will be appreciated.

Name is Ashley, how did I forget that?

Answer 1

Well, the name you have picked out is going to be to hard for people to remember, you want to choose a name that is easy to
1). remember and 2). say.. also, maybe something catchy. What type of services do you offer and what is your name?

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Makeup Artist Business Names

Answer 4

What is your name?

Answer 5

You've got two different issues here; let's tackle them one at a time.

NAMING YOUR BUSINESS:

The naming of your business could be one of the most important decisions you will make. A name's originality and legal availability will create a real asset value of its own, as it becomes marketed and gains market acceptance.

The name you choose will become the focal point of all the benefits and features that relate to your business. Customers will be able to find and refer others to it in the future.

Since any names that are suggested here may already be owned by another party, I wanted to go a different route...

I suggest either hiring a name creation firm or get together with your friends and/or family and throw a "name party" & have everyone bounce some ideas around. Compile a listing of names that you like the best. Once you have that list, do as much free research as you can before you delve into comprehensive research.

I listed some links where you can do some preliminary name checking. However, please be aware that this is merely scratching the surface of what's out there.

Only comprehensive research will tell you if the name is truly available. But, these links are free & a great place to start, so I'd try them out first.

Comprehensive research consists of looking at marks that are similar in Sound, Appearance or Meaning in the pending & registered Federal AND State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files.

There are other sites that offer free searching capabilities in conjunction with their commercial services, so I'm not able to post those links due to the Yahoo! TOS. You'll also want to check domain names & yellow pages, so simply do a search for "free domain name search" and "national yellowpages" and the appropriate links will pop up.

ADVERTISING/MARKETING FOR YOUR BUSINESS:

A few free resources – check out the sources box for links:

1) Create a blog pertaining to your field

2) Use Yahoo! Local & Yahoo! Groups – Be sure to read the TOS for each one!

3) Write articles pertaining to your field and/or expertise.

4) Advertise on Craiglist

Also, consider signing up for an affiliate program. These programs enable you to advertise on other's sites (your affiliates) and once a sale is made to you, your affiliates & the program are paid a commission.

I listed a few handy sites & articles relating to marketing, promotion & advertising. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* 301 Do-It-Yourself Marketing Ideas: From America's Most Innovative Small Companies by Sam Decker
* Off The Wall Marketing Ideas: Jumpstart Your Sales without Busting Your Budget by Nancy Michaels, Debbi J. Karpowicz
* Guerrilla Marketing for Free: Dozens of No-Cost Tactics to Promote Your Business and Energize Your Profits by Jay Conrad Levinson
* Entrepreneur Magazine's Ultimate Small Business Marketing Guide: Over 1500 Great Marketing Tricks That Will Drive Your Business Through the Roof by James Stephenson

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 6

Well I work for a large call center and all kind of businesses come and give us discounts and advertise inside the center. They usually have to speak with the HR dept and set up flyers with 10% off if we bring our badge etc. Also I read an article that many people attend Wedding Expos, thats the best way to get customers. I would suggest you 1st go to one so you can get some ideas and then sign up to have a booth for the next one. You can give samples have a porfolio of your work and give discounts. Dont forget a lot of people will come back to you if you are friendly. Not to good with names for business and such but keep it simple I had a hard time pronouncing the one you thought of...how bout ChicYOURNAME Makeup Professional/Specialist

Answer 7

I think "Interstitial Beauty" would be too hard for people to remember. You must pick a name that is easy for people to actually remember. I don't know what your name is, but you could call your company "Beauty by (your name)..." As for attracting clients, a newspaper ad is always good. Keep it short & simple (and low-cost) by advertising your "revolutionary beauty line", and invite the public to a makeup party that you can have in your own home or the home of one of your friends. You can then demonstrate your line and take orders that same day!! Good luck!!!

Answer 8

Hi Ashley,

How about "Face Time"?

Answer 9

interstitial , reminds of of that bladder conditions,
interstitial cystitis,,,, wear your bladder spasms all day, and you need a pad, for leakage. sorry.......

I like the simple names the best, really really !!!!!!!!! long scary names scare me away, I either think I can't afford it, or I it's too good for me,,,,,,,ewwwww

Answer 10

how about Defined Beauty or Divine Beauty