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[phoenixblessed]

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[phoenixblessed]

I did notice that your request for assistance had attracted some unhelpful responses.

I'm happy to be a voice of reason.

[ilqaras]

It has not been a completely fruitless venture; I've had luck with those willing to do some manual labour.

I am, however, a novice in the face of operating businesses. I understand the basics, but when I look at things like budgeting on a smaller scale than what I'm used to, it's a little daunting.

[phoenixblessed]

I own a wine producing business with export deals that reach across an entire continent. It isn't exactly what I would call small scale. Still, I'm sure I can be of some assistance. It's only a matter of adjusting figures after all.

[ilqaras]

My apologies. It was not my intention to undermine your business or abilities.

I suppose I would have to look at profit projections and budget from there. Though, I'm not sure if that's the correct way to go, as I'm not sure how many people to employ permanently. And I'm sure there are other things to think about, as well.

[phoenixblessed]

What I will advise first of all, before you undertake anything else, is that you secure the presence of at least one person that you can rely on entirely.

I have such a man at my winery. His name is Elzer. He knows the business at least as well as I do and has far more love for it.

[ilqaras]

Ah, that does make sense. I, fortunately, have one or two people who are reliable, if they are willing to take up the mantle, so to speak.

[is he furiously taking notes? yes yes he is]

I would assume that you have more advice, but this is more than helpful enough. Though, I would appreciate more, if you are willing to give it.

[phoenixblessed]

I have an abundance of advice that I could give, but it would benefit from a little direction. Is there anything that you wanted to discuss first?