Selling, Sharing, and Promoting

Why Selling Is More Than Just Selling

Selling isn’t about pushing people to buy—it’s about sharing your idea in a way that connects with them. When you explain how your product or service can help others, you’re telling a story, not just making a transaction. This shift in mindset makes selling feel less scary and more meaningful.

A great way to prepare is by practicing a short business pitch. This is a quick way to explain what you offer, who it’s for, what makes it special, and why you care about it. Try writing your pitch and practicing it out loud with friends or family. The more you say it, the more natural it feels.

Creating Your First Promotions

Promoting your business means helping people discover it. It doesn’t need to be expensive or complicated. You can make simple flyers, posters, stickers, or even short videos. Other ideas include:

• Hosting a demonstration at an event
• Giving small samples at a fair
• Offering a discount if people bring a friend
• Sharing your story at school or in your community

Let your creativity guide how you share your message. Make it fun, make it colorful, and most importantly—make it yours.

Choosing Where to Sell

The best places to sell are the ones where your customers already go. That might be a school event, a local park, a pop-up market, or even your own neighborhood with adult help. If you’re running an online business, ask for help setting up a simple webpage or a digital portfolio.

Each location comes with different rules, so always check with an adult before setting up. Some may require permission or a sign-up form.

Even if you don’t have a physical spot, you can still take orders by phone or email, deliver products locally, or promote your work on family-managed platforms.

Real Tips from Real Kid Entrepreneurs

Some tips that have helped other young entrepreneurs:

• Always greet customers with a smile
• Ask simple questions like “Would you like to try this?”
• Make your display fun and your business name memorable
• Don’t worry about hearing “no”—just thank them and move on
• Pay attention to feedback and use it to improve

You can even team up with friends to create a mini-market where each person sells something different but supports each other. It builds confidence, cooperation, and fun.

Tracking What Works

Your Business by Kids Map has a space called “How Will I Tell People?” Use it to list all the ways you might share and promote your business. Try one or two strategies first, and write down what works. You’ll learn what makes people pay attention and how you like to communicate your ideas.

Over time, your confidence will grow—and so will your ability to promote what you’ve built.

Summary Points

• Selling is about sharing your story and helping people understand your offer.
• A short, clear pitch builds interest and confidence.
• Promotions can be fun, creative, and low-cost.
• Choose selling places where your customers naturally gather.
• Practice with friends and try new ideas until you find what works.
• Track your promotional strategies in your Business by Kids Map.