I have been seeing a company by the name of "Liberty Tax Service" using this approach,...they have someone dressed in a "Statue Of Liberty" costume waving and promoting with signs. And they have more than one 'costumed" employee. I seen two yesterday in different locations. I wouldn't do it,..but it is a form of guerrilla marketing,..which is what door knocking and passing out flyer's is considered.
Clyde,..what you're doing is fine,..BUT,..I wouldn't use the sympathy angle,..when asked if you really need work,..I would just say you're doing some cheap marketing during slow periods. That will give a better sense of legitimacy to potential customers. Nearly every business has slow periods.
Clyde you need a niche. You should try a "naked roof cleaner" angle. Put on some Speedos and a 10 gallon hat. Maybe a little monkey or something like that.
Standing on the side of the road is definitely out of a lot of peoples comfort zone. But give credit were credit is due!! Clyde you deserve every job you get from that experience. You have motivated me to try it!! Now i just have to grow a set!!
Clyde you need a niche. You should try a "naked roof cleaner" angle. Put on some Speedos and a 10 gallon hat. Maybe a little monkey or something like that.
Back in the beginning when I cut grass, I had an Idea! 2 girls in bikinis cutting grass n trimming! T n A lawn service!!! lol!!!
Of course this wouldve been expensive service! Labor would have to be high.