🚨 Detroit Vendors, let’s talk 🚨 Fam… can you believe it?! We got ONE day left in Q3 and then it’s officially GO TIME → Q4 🚀 aka the season where some of y’all gon’ eat GOOD… and some of y’all gon’ be mad scrolling on IG watching everybody else sell out. 👀 Here’s the truth nobody wanna admit: if you STILL struggling to make sales, it’s not the promoter, it’s not Eastern Market, it’s not the “bad foot traffic.” It’s YOU not locking in on the basics: 1️⃣ Know your people → If you still tryna sell to everybody, you really selling to nobody. Your cousin who owe you $20? Not your customer 😂. 2️⃣ Be seen → You can’t be the “best kept secret” AND broke. Post. Go live. Show up. Even if your wig lifting or your hoodie wrinkled. Consistency > perfection. 3️⃣ Talk that talk → Your words gotta hit harder than your table setup. If your captions sound like a resume or your pitch sound like a scam, don’t be surprised when people walk right by you. 💡 Quick cheat code: 👉 “Write a social media post for [insert your product/service] that speaks directly to [insert your ideal customer: their pain point + what they want instead]. Make it sound like I’m talking to a friend who needs this solution today.” Q4 is where the money’s at — but only for the ones bold enough to step up. 💬 Drop a 💸 if you’re ready to actually eat this holiday season… or keep watching from the sidelines. Your choice.

Question for you: Are YOU the CEO of your life and business… or is everything else running the show? 🤔 Be honest — sometimes we let jobs, kids, laundry, Netflix, and even TikTok (👀) take over the CEO chair while we sit in the back like an unpaid intern. That’s exactly why goals aren’t getting hit. Here’s the truth: If YOU don’t act like the CEO of your life and business, nobody else will. Period. So today, let’s talk about 3 ways to stay in charge like the boss you are: 1️⃣ Set CEO Hours → Just like your 9-5 has hours, your side hustle does too. Even if it’s 30 minutes a day, protect that time like a board meeting. No rescheduling, no excuses. 2️⃣ Fire Distractions → If scrolling social or “just one more episode” is eating your productivity, fire it. Imagine actually writing up a termination notice to Netflix. 😂 3️⃣ Make Decisions, Not Excuses → CEOs don’t wait for perfect conditions. They launch, test, adjust, repeat. Stop overthinking and start executing — your business won’t grow if you treat it like a “maybe.” 👉 Remember: Being the CEO isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about showing up, setting the tone, and making sure YOU (not distractions) are running the show. So tell me… if you were holding your own CEO performance review today, would you keep yourself hired or fire yourself? 👀 Drop your answer below ⬇️

Detroit is FULL of hustlers, dreamers, and small biz owners grinding every weekend at markets and pop-ups. But let’s be real—nobody’s talking about the MESS: 👀 Promoters overcharging & underdelivering😤 Vendors beefing over tables & foot traffic🥴 Folks selling the SAME stuff side by side💸 Gatekeeping vets keeping new vendors struggling. We’re flipping that script!! Inside DVC you’ll get: 🔥 The REAL playbook on vending & sales (no fluff, no scams 🤝 Networking with Detroit hustlers who want to see you WIN 💡 Workshops & resources so you stop wasting money on dead events 💬 Messy convos that turn into MONEY moves If you’re tired of hustling backwards and wondering why your table ain’t making sales…this is YOUR sign to join NOW. 👉 Don’t get left behind. Join and spread the word to your vendor friends! https://www.skool.com/detroit-vendor-collective-7434/about?ref=00f239251a874c6f849aa13f6c56fc41 Detroit Vendor Collective. WE ARE DVC! Where Detroit hustlers link, learn, and LEVEL UP. 🚀 If you are sharing with your vendor friends, drop "share" in the comments!!

Let’s discuss a topic that’s often overlooked in hustle culture: rest. Your actions reflect how you treat yourself, and if you neglect self-care, healing, and quiet time, you send a message to the world that you’re okay being exhausted, overlooked, and overworked. However, here’s the truth: ✨Rest isn’t laziness; it’s healing. ✨Rest isn’t optional; it’s essential fuel for your mind and business. ✨ Rest isn’t selfish; it’s an act of self-respect. If you want others to honor your boundaries, energy, and value, it starts with you honoring your own. 🧘‍♀️ Soulful Challenge for Today: Set aside a dedicated block of time this week for yourself, free from work and obligations. Engage in an activity that restores your energy. Treat this time as a meeting with your future self, as it truly is. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments: What’s ONE act of self-care are you committing to this week?

Are you ready to level up your vending game in Detroit? DVC Membership gives you the tools, resources, and community to thrive. 💡 Why Join DVC? - Business Resources → Organized + easy-to-find support inside the group - Vendor Networking → A safe space to talk about vending + share ideas - 1:1 Business Coaching → Get direct coaching from DVC founder Akilah Williams - Discounted Vending Fees → Save money at DVC events + citywide pop-ups - Grant Assistance → Help finding + applying for funding opportunities - …and so much more to keep your business moving forward! 🎟 Membership Options - Monthly: $10/month - Annual: $110 (1 month FREE) ✨ Join DVC Today Don’t go at it alone—grow with a community of vendors, resources, and opportunities. 👉 Sign up, plug in, and start thriving with DVC! WE ARE DVC!!! HAPPY SELLING!!