Techniques To Become a Top Floral Designer

[@paulapasqua2018]

I worked in two different floral shops and was blessed to get on the job training. His technique is right on--think shapes. Round, triangles, etc. Dozen roses is always done in a circle, just the way he explained. However, I don't agree with the stem length of the leather leaf. You NEVER want to put any leaves below the water line because that's what kills your flowers. The slime will build up because of leaves in the water. Both shops had to have a longer shelf life, plus if someone buys your arrangement, you don't want them dead once they bring them home. By not allowing leaves in your water, you can have flowers live up to almost two weeks.

[@soniamukwato7976]

Hello help me with the names of flowers

[@tulipo6907]

The video later part 2 explains how to clean up the greens in the vase

[@marysmith861]

This is Michael's gift to the world. You give joy and happiness. And you help to softened the blows of an otherwise harsh world. Thank you. Beautiful work!

[@tvfun32]

On behalf of Michael, Thank you for your Uplifting words Mary!

[@jameswelsh20221]

"The most beautiful people are those who bring out the beauty in others." Good Morning

[@madisonhyatt4668]

I’m a new floral designer- and have just started in a floral shop as such. I got introduced to your channel. Floristry has brought me such great joy- and watching you teach has brought me joy as well! I wish I had the chance to learn from you in person. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and talent with the world. Throughout the video I kept smiling- and nodding my head in agreement thinking of what I do everyday in design! Sending love and light.

[@retroredo9850]

I've watched this video many times. Been 6 years now since I was in grocery store floral. But your methods saved me to do the arrangements fast. Retired more rural now but plan on growing lots of things to make my own bouquets. A bit different zone but I've grown the leather leaf ferns and baby's breathe before.

[@bettystockman1605]

I just happened upon Michael Gaffney’s KZbin video and watched in awe as he demonstrated and explained his techniques for arranging a bouquet of roses. He made the task seem so easy by showing while using language that compared floral arranging techniques to concepts any layperson could relate. I am a retired teacher and tried my hand at some floral arranging years ago. I was not very successful, so I gave up after spending a lot of time and money on a hobby that didn’t pan out. Even though I have more time now to spend on a hobby, when I think about my failure back then, I have pushed the thought back and not seriously considered attempting this particular hobby again. After watching just one of his videos, I am eager to rush out and purchase materials to try my hand at arranging some bouquets again…this time with more confidence. I read some of the comments after watching the video and was surprised at some of the negative reactions. It makes me wonder at their agendas for slamming his video even if they didn’t agree with some of his techniques. Mr. Gaffney demonstrates qualities of a great teacher. He could have made nasty replies to unkind comments, but he chose to be a better person. Again, a quality of a true teacher as well as a nice guy who has nothing to prove to anyone. His results speak for themselves. Smart!

[@sandijohnson4630]

I love his style of teaching too. I actually went looking for videos on floral arrangements after receiving beautiful arrangements for mother's day. I wanted to see how it was done. It's really artists who make these beautiful arrangements.

[@tvfun32]

Thank you Betty for your thoughtful words!

[@joannemasterson3842]

Betty Stockm

[@wangwang9077]

Yeah! Good for you...

[@shakeitsuguree]

i learned more in this segment than all the classes I paid for

[@tvfun32]

Thanks Jennifer, be sure to catch more of Michael's recent videos here : kzbin.infofeatured

[@calypsowarrior9061]

I went to floristry school years ago and am certified and he taught better than my floristry school.

[@johnarbon600]

Me Too!

[@valerieroman8290]

ME TOO!

[@eugenedoloricocruz4268]

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[@JoshHaydenJH]

Amazing teacher. I attended his classes and yes his techniques work. All floral designers know that this is the way..thank you for teaching me how to design effectively. I follow these methods everyday on the job. My career has gone so well thanks to the things I've learned from his classes and his videos. Thx

[@tulipo6907]

Rjrjrj. Take a free class. We can help you.. you need some training...please try a free class.

[@franciscolopezjr8023]

Noooooo....

[@lydiaanderson2870]

@Hello Josh Heyden, How are you doing?

[@lydiaanderson2870]

@contessaB contessa Well I'm Lydia Anderson from Detroit Michigan and you?, And i will like us to know much about each other us well, Can you suggest a way off here and chat with love and patience if you don't mind.

[@lydiaanderson2870]

@contessaB contessa What are you talking about?

[@Thunderbird68-i2f]

I had briefly worked in a flower shop and have learned more from watching your videos than I ever did working there. Your videos and techniques also inspired me to create a beautiful piece for a funeral service. Thank you and keep up the good work!

[@millennialsheppado2836]

This is amazing very good teacher I’ve been taking notes from these videos and it’s so far helping a lot I’ve been helping out in the Floral Department at my job and no one had the time really to show me how to design all the flowers so I started up in my note book taking notes in case I need them for Mother’s Day and this does look a lot better then the ones at our store they don’t do the professional way and you can tell all the flowers just flop over the place lol. They also don’t look like they have been getting taken care of properly either. The real florist has been out sick and I miss her a lot hopfully she will come back so I can learn from her I get along with her so well. 💖💥

[@tvfun32]

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[@gizzymorales]

I do honestly believe some people were meant to be teachers bc I would NOT have explained it with as much detail as he did.

[@goldenone5540]

I agree @Gissell Victoria

[@FeatheryBird]

I learned this technique as a teen but in order for the flowers to last years or decades, they must be dried and assembled in a completely humidity free environment. Then they are baked slowly for up to two weeks in a special room. The Egyptians perfected this technique thousands of years ago, the "secret" is silica grains you mix with sand. This video is all done is a semi outdoor humid environment so the flowers will not last long. I don't particulary like using wine glasses, it's better to use short wide flat glasswear like a covered candy dish that can really showcase the arrangement. If you can find any around I used to work for Ruth Rahns Flowers in PA, hers were only sold in jewelry stores they were so magnificent. The label will be on the bottom. I have only one left I did with wild violets, they last decades after being dried.

[@shene3413]

so intrigued more information Please FeatheryBird

[@vyvyienewalser6798]

This man is a natural.Each person has his or her own artistic flare. To those people making negative, ugly comments , please stop.

[@shubikl9826]

sunday morning, I'm not into floristry in particular but found this video mesmerizing! awesome pedagogical skills!

[@valentinokayden6964]

instablaster.

[@lyricwritertoo]

I have learned so many tips just from this video and a few others. I plan on buying his book too. I work in the floral department in grocery chain. Have survived 4 years of retail politics. Have proven myself at 200% of doing the department fast etc. but these tips willl help my bid for a manager position. Customers always expect floral design at grocery store prices with limited product. I have already used this method of greening and feeding and has saved me time as well as broken flowers.

[@cathleensmith4994]

Retail politics i hear you,preach!

[@tvfun32]

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[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello

[@Prodmullefc]

Man, I worked at a florist where, if I did greening like you I would have gotten yelled at by the boss. They didn't want art there so much as cheap, quick schlock. I was told to do greening all bunched in the hand and dropped into the vase. Your technique is interesting and really nice looking though! I'm gonna study this video.

[@tulipo6907]

the leather leaf is just for instructional purposes. try salal leaf once you get used to the pattern ...as well as the scissors practice with a dull knife!

[@tulipo6907]

@rocky mountain lass i said practice!!!!!! dull before u cut off your rocky mountain on a sharp one. Yesseuus

[@tulipo6907]

Blah !! In the mountains

[@neverdunn7678]

Where do you teach? I'm 45 mins away from LA.

[@tamara_abran]

Ur so wise, professional, talented and gifted! Ur a true blessing in disguise! Thank u very much for ur teaching and ur delightful joy

[@orbs1062]

So funny. I was never formally taught. But you and I do roses exactly alike. I made an amazing living in flowers. Enjoyed EVERY SINGLE MINUTE. Retired at 56, but still keep my hands in it. My favorite was always funeral work; Large, beautiful and showy. Bon adventure!

[@Thaw2011]

please do some videos for us! I would love to see/learn how to make the showy sprays!

[@miriamring7024]

I was professionally taught by Bill Hixson ( School of Floral Design) flowers are placed 1-1&half times the height of the container--- otherwise the arrg't will look squatty.. This will Always look proportional & pleasing to the eye..I was taught so well by Bill, I was selected by Teleflora to design (and published) their Wedding Album ....marketed to 35,000 florist across the US!!! The highlight of my career--- 50 yrs. In this great industry.

[@sissyrayself7508]

What a lovely story. Thanks for sharing. I am just now getting started as a florist...at age 51..workng in a huge, fast paced floral department at a Fred Myers. I love..love..love my job.

[@HeronCoyote1234]

I’ve just started playing around with faux flowers (from Michael’s) because I have a gangrene thumb. This was a great video! New sub, going to probably binge watch tonight.

[@tvfun32]

Go For it!

[@ivormendes5006]

Your are wonderful, even in my old age I’ve learned something from you. Thanks. Blessings.

[@karenhamilton2334]

Thank you for sharing your gift and knowledge of flower arranging. I've tried for years to arrange silk flowers for the cemetery. My mom wants me to make at least a dozen arrangements for each holiday. Now I can use these techniques to make them more appealing!

[@cheriecollins3848]

Lovely,just reminded me of an old friend we went to help,he was a natural at arrangements, and we went out picking,such fun,to James Little God watch over you.All do your best and enjoy your arrangements x

[@darshkaur5684]

Where have you been all my life?? I feel like I need to take this hilariously and ridiculously talented individuals class! Just in one video, noticing that geometry and trimming is key to any lavish arrangement, I’m wondering what a whole class would do.

[@susanstutts722]

€,,,,

[@FloralAndFire]

I'm going to a great school here in the Silicon Valley to get my certificate and I love your videos! I worked for a high end florist for 6+yrs and what you say in your videos and comments is spot on! I'll be watching even more (than I have lol) videos to round out my education. Thank you!

[@sumithrasurendra7517]

Oh great 😂

[@sarasmaharaj3650]

Floral & Fire what is the name of the school in Silicon Valley please

[@hamidehheikkila497]

Loved this video. I have 150 roses in my garden and make arrangements to give as gifts all Spring and Summer. This was very helpful to me. Thanks.

[@tulipo6907]

All the greens are used to create full lush designs for my clients. . Every green is charged for. Scrawny see thru designs are for the grocers. Texturing the green breaks up all the base green. See Design Star the book for closeups of the design and European versions.keep bloomin.

[@benjaminkammerer3008]

Private florists like to bad mouth grocery stores because they cant compete with the prices allowed by nation wide distribution. Safeway has beautiful flower shops that are often the nicest shop in town. They employ master designers and offer full service. I love your method for grid the vase. I adopted it and it has made my life in the "grocery store" so much easier..

[@11alliLo]

I've worked for 2 different grocery florist, it really depends if the grocery store cares if you are good or not, the one I used to work for would hire semi good florist and would test them to see how the designed. The one I currently work for cares for that aswell plus every year they send the florist to train with a floral competitor and judge that shows us different techniques, and ways to actually make an arrangement, corsages, etc. Every year is new and different.

[@franciscolopezjr8023]

It looks cheap and old school.... No thanks...

[@roqrulz]

I love this guy. He makes it look easy.

[@tvfun32]

Agreed! Keep Bloomin!

[@BraidedRiverFloral]

I love him! What a great sense of humor! A great teacher!

[@tvfun32]

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[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@shin1979flower]

Wonderful 👏 From a friend in Japan

[@dennisjacobaurestila7543]

its nice for beginners. it depends on the clients . some they like more green and some they like less green and more flowers.

[@FDGShadowRazor]

i work at a flower shop and after wacthing this video and other they have help me out alot ty now i intend on improveing my skills and maybe one day i could be a top floral designer in my town

[@tvfun32]

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[@jacquelinedeigan3913]

Thank you for this. Recently I have been drawn to this kind of artistic expression. It is very beautiful and I enjoyed watching this.

[@rgibbs08]

I am learning floral design...I tried this technique and it really does work. Thanks Mr. Gaffney. I am so proud of my first project.

[@tvfun32]

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[@bonnielacava488]

I love the way you teach it's fun and easy to learn and keep in your head thank you.

[@mszig11]

This is a great explanation of how to do a beautiful arrangement.

[@tvfun32]

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[@KittyNoNo]

Thank you, Michael Gaffney! I'm really excited to be entering the world of floral design!

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[@lydiaanderson2870]

@Hello Jason Fisher, How are you doing?

[@L8DKDNA1]

I loved the way he explained it. have seen many videos on how to and this is the best by far. I also took floral classes years ago so I have basics but need to refresh.

[@arelitalavera9490]

Iglesia luz del mundo Guadalajara jalisc

[@tvfun32]

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[@carlaneeley2390]

Blessed to have the advantage of viewing this video. Thank you Michael. Stay blessed!

[@upsrexcivlog7505]

I love flower arrangements.thank you sir for your informative learnings.

[@spiibrahim8556]

I want to learn how to Arrange flower,now I watch this thank you for sharing

[@ranipillay7392]

This tutorial is super awesome. I learnt so much in just a few minutes♥️🌹👍

[@jayoppie3021]

love love love the simplicity and elegance of this! Thank you for inspiring me. I'm a diy mom and do my sons' bouquets for their girlfriends and my daughter's graduation bouquet lol. I just love flower arranging at home this should be a new career for me. love you vibrant tutorial! new subbie here

[@Алина-т8ж6э]

i love how he explains every thing simply 💛

[@jameswelsh20221]

"The most beautiful people are those who bring out the beauty in others." Good Morning

[@jameswelsh20221]

Hello 👋

[@Алина-т8ж6э]

@@jameswelsh20221 hey 🖐️

[@jameswelsh20221]

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[@marysells2289]

I wish I had seen this before you are so natural like the flowers Thank you

[@Weareeverywhere14]

I watch your videos in hopes it helps me take care of the floral dept at my work much better. Thanks for all your help!

[@annamaddox1338]

I love your technic and how simple you make it. What a great teacher 💐😁

[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@tebbybear1923]

I love the way you speak. Beautiful. Love, love

[@Crystalonetheco]

I love your style of teaching ,oh my goodness your top ❤

[@choitran344]

Oh my goodness looks so easy….im going to try!!!!!! X

[@janesmith7542]

Never have I learned so much from you Sir. Thank you. X.

[@kirisitinasaena386]

Jane ..I am started my couse today...... for my talent god gave to me....

[@janesmith7542]

@@kirisitinasaena386 all the very best Kirisitina. 👍🤗

[@nurseleon87]

Beautiful flowers and arrangements .This is a little heaven on earth.

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Leon

[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@meiitaaehau380]

literally the most darling teacher in the world.

[@tvfun32]

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[@Leatricaw]

I love fresh flowers in my home. So now I can present them professionally thanks to this video.

[@patriciahunter6475]

I love the way how you arrange the roses 🌹 I like that, I don't like to much flowers

[@juliapochinski2911]

I think its beautiful how he is doing this.he knows how to create that flower.

[@jameswelsh20221]

"The most beautiful people are those who bring out the beauty in others." Good Morning

[@adrianavelasquez6062]

Thank yo very much for share! Beautiful

[@Nathon_manymore11]

I’m a certified floral designer trying to get more tips to help, this was very helpful 🙏🏼

[@amparoorellana6608]

I love the simplicity and elegance the arrangement. ❤

[@dorisjohnson7843]

This was a beautiful segment I love it I would love to learn that beautiful arrangement

[@naturalgift414]

You give joy and happiness. thank you.

[@carmelitamadera]

I saw so many videos this is the number one I understand the best ❤

[@Nmsss760]

Wish I could be there what an amazing instructor

[@judithbondarchavezms3880]

Just stumbled across this video and enjoyed it immensely. I took horticulture in high school and worked as a florist during and right out of high school. I enjoyed the work, the creativity and often miss it. I sometimes think about doing it again once I retire from teaching.

[@KnitLoveHK]

The work looks so beautiful Learn more from this tutorial Really like it Thanks for your sharing

[@lilikoi22]

Amazing! Thank you :) I love your confidence and expertise !

[@princessjulia5646]

Your amazing. Love watching you. All my flower arrangements are what I learn from you. Thank you

[@lovenatureeverything6821]

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[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@mlm7598]

Beautiful and so very easy and it just makes sense! Love it!

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Mary

[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@anitaazar892]

Love all your flower arrangments, ideas and tutorials. Thank u

[@Oshuin9]

I'm not wild with the design, but I appreciate the techniques. I had no idea you have to go through all of that.

[@1968plso]

Great technique..easy to follow. Thank You.

[@bennycantu6089]

Nickel mash

[@aaronhoosiershrm-cpphr8362]

He taught a class at Greenleaf where I work. Great teacher extremely good.

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[@aaronhoosiershrm-cpphr8362]

Lawrence Gerald thank you I just love the guy! Really a class act, huge fan, it was so great to see how he engaged his students. There so many want to be’s and fast talking con artist out there but this guy is the real deal.

[@Vgatling43]

OMG. you are incredible. I'm so glad I came across your video. I'm getting into more crafting especially silk flower arrangements. Thank you. Please post more videos.

[@amazingsoapfarmyardcollect7406]

thank you very beautiful design excellent composition love the foliage loved the red roses so good to see a professional at work .. I might try this at home along with cake making

[@lovenatureeverything6821]

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[@f_scent]

good florist!!!♡

[@ruthcronk3572]

Enjoyed watching this guy, will seek out other videos by him, he is talented and funny too, good combination in my book!

[@jameswelsh20221]

Hello 👋

[@joycemartin7333]

Being a florist myself and an instructor your greens should never be in your water line.. Basic floral design... It causes the greens to decay

[@tulipo6907]

joyce martin if you watch part 2 you'll see where I lift the arrangement out of the vase and remove the greens below the waterline there will always be a few pieces in this type of design join us for free class

[@johnmythologyrebel]

Michael Gaffney i agree..

[@JoshHaydenJH]

If u listened further you'd see how he changes out the foluage below the water line dummee

[@myalb4j]

Greens never touch the water. Been a florist since 1969

[@cynthiamolina1557]

@@tulipo6907 Can you provide a link to Part 2? I can't seem to find it and would like to see how you lift the arrangement out of the vase and remove the greens below the waterline.

[@SugarSugarCreek]

What a delightful person and great teacher. Perfect speed to keep a student's attention.

[@Floralcouture1025]

Great information to share with my students. Thank you.

[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there🌹🌹🌹

[@monicajohnson3408]

I love and totally get his teaching style! Amazing man!!

[@niecys2003]

I dont know what the hell hes talking about, but I'm still here. lol.

[@Rita-yw2tn]

Same here !!! lol ...

[@kirisitinasaena386]

Whatever .....praise the lord.

[@marleneholloway7775]

Me too 💜🇦🇺

[@fortmandigital]

@@marleneholloway7775 checkout michaels new content on his channel! search Michael Gaffeny Flowers

[@christinagroome5036]

Me too

[@williamssherri2148]

very good tip for this floral designer Thank you

[@voltaqueenofficial3754]

I like ur since of humor...i really love your style godbless you

[@ryans7146]

I saw Michael Gaffney going up the elevator going to GM floral at the flower market in LA while I was coming down it. My frist celebrity siting since I moved to LA 8 months ago!

[@lysacostuck1494]

Love this show every day is learning

[@paulettemorgan9959]

So glad I clicked on this video.I learned a lot.

[@amsafran9768]

Bonjour de Paris. It is so beautiful. Thank you for teaching us

[@luciparadise6781]

YES! Waxflower! I love waxflower. In my opinion there are filler flowers and accent flowers. Waxflower is the later. Baby's Breath is pretty tucked in here and there, but I hate it when it is the only "filler". 😝

[@janicefreeman1199]

He's Very Good! Simple Rules and Instructions.

[@Kellyndwakule]

Very beautiful❤..good work indeed🎉

[@LalitoDinero]

Lovely tutorial ❤❤❤❤❤ I want to try this 😍 I think being a florist is so awesome it's art it's a real flow with life ❤

[@MinhNguyen-mo5fp]

First time watching this video very fascinating , very good techniques, i am looking forward to continue to watch more ...thank so much for the lesson & wonderful teaching 👏🙏

[@henkh8285]

Lesson !: Always use a sharp knife to cut the stems! It makes a better contact with the water and slides easely between the green. Scissors does narrow the cells. Avoid breaking the stems, specially from wooden stems. Use your knife always! Your flowes will last longer! 55 yrs. floral experience,

[@tulipo6907]

For practicing people. Knives in the retail world. Takes practice. No bleeding. Come take a free class

[@tulipo6907]

We are in class we don't give out knives the first week because people will cut themselves if you ever use that single Swiss Army knife you'll know that it's very very very sharp.

[@henkh8285]

@@tulipo6907 : Lesson 1 ought to be, how to work with a sharp knife and how to cut off a stem!! Btw, even waxflower need to get cut off!

[@m.p.3460]

Wow you’re amazing and you’re also so funny, I wish I would’ve seen this many years ago it would’ve save me a lot of time and probably would’ve came out much better looking. Thank you I enjoyed your video. I’m a new follower now

[@davet1081AA]

Dude def knows what he's doing. I learned something.

[@CharlotteG754]

I love the final look! Stunning! Thank you! This is exactly what I needed to help me with doing my wedding arrangements

[@rmastillo]

You make this look so very easy! Thanks for the video Michael!

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Regina

[@jameswelsh20221]

Nice she is amazing I love doing exercise hello how are you doing hope all is well with you and your family and you are all staying safe always over there

[@myabrooks1437]

Thank you for this outstanding video! You are a true talent!!

[@universalrootz8361]

Aww gerald i love ur personality on this video im subscribed i hope u still make videos

[@321dummy1]

OMG I'm so glad I don't have to do this anymore. People don't realize how much work it is. Try making 400 arranged roses per Florist, plus every other arrangement imaginable, for Valentines day. Standing on cold cement floors all day. Not to mention wet cold hands!!! all day. haling around heavy heavy buckets. In and out of the freezing could cooler, again, and again, and , again. Doing the same arrangements over, and over , until you just want to throw up flowers. Oh and the average florist doesn't make any more money then working a Walmart!!!

[@EmilMaxwell]

+Julianne Holiday Check your stats on the money earned. The average florist makes $2-$4 per hour than the average Wal-Mart employee. Yes you are correct, it can be a chilling job, however, with good ownership duties will be rotated for the comfort of the employee. The Florist can only make as much $ as the employees can deliver. Take care of them and they will take care of you. I'm not trying to sound negative at all, but you must have worked at a shit hole florist, my apologies you had to endure that

[@tulipo6907]

yes. but also the owner leaves w 25$ k stuffed in his wallets. and pants. VDay is a bit of a nitemare. but the goal in any business is to work smart. and enjoy the biz. you must move up to owning as I n any biz owners make the money.

[@coltalb1298]

Well I do own a flower shop. I rotate my employees so everybody gets days off, I give them vacations, I give them holidays off, I give them bonuses for Christmas, I tell them they can do arrangements for themselves when they need, etc. and some not all stole money from my register. I do not pay or withdraw money for my self since I start doing this 5 years ago.

[@peggyt1243]

+Coltalb Take a course in business management. You deserve to make a living.

[@tulipo6907]

all my florist friends love their job and make a lot of money join us for a free class please