Roles :

• Oversees the entire project.

• Ensures tasks are completed on time and within budget.

• Coordinates between team members and manages resources.

Roles :

• Develops marketing strategies to promote products.

• Manages social media accounts and online advertisements.

• Tracks marketing performance and customer engagement.

Business Overview:
BLOOM&BLING is a startup retail business specializing in anime themed stickers that cater to anime enthusiasts and collectors. Our products are designed to be vibrant, durable, and customizable, making them perfect for decorating personal items such as notebooks, laptops, phone cases, and water bottles. BLOOM&BLING aims to provide high-quality, affordable merchandise that allows anime fans to express their passion and style.

Operating Hours: 24 Hours

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BLOOM&BLING was founded by a group of 7 passionate students who share a love for anime and creativity. Recognizing the growing demand for anime merchandise, the team combined their artistic talents and entrepreneurial spirit to create a business that offers unique and affordable products. Starting as a small project, BLOOM&BLING aims to grow into a recognizable brand in Kuching and beyond by leveraging social media and online platforms. With a shared vision and teamwork, the founders strive to turn their passion into a profitable and sustainable business.

Products and Services:

BLOOM&BLING offers a variety of anime-themed stickers that appeal to anime enthusiasts of all ages. Our stickers are:

• Customizable: Customers can request personalized designs based on their favorite anime characters and themes.

• Durable and Waterproof: Suitable for long-term use on items like water bottles, laptops, and phone cases.

• Affordable: Competitive pricing makes our products accessible for students and collectors.

Vision :
To become the go-to destination for anime-inspired merchandise in Kuching and expand our reach globally through online platforms.

Roles :

• Focuses on sales strategies and targets.

• Builds relationships with customers and retailers.

• Handles order processing and sales reports.

Roles :

• Tracks income, expenses, and profits.

• Prepares budgets and financial reports.

• Manages payments and pricing strategies.

Roles :

• Ensures all visuals match the brand theme.

• Designs stickers and other branding materials.

• Ensures products are visually appealing and marketable.

Roles :

• Keeps track of stock and materials.

• Handles packaging and delivery schedules.

• Ensures smooth operations for orders and supplies.

Roles :

• Handles customer questions and concerns.

• Collects feedback to improve services.

• Assists with order processing and follow-ups.

• Shopee: This platform is used to restock materials or ready-made products needed for the sticker-making process. Shopee acts as a convenient source for acquiring raw materials like sticker paper, packaging materials, and other essentials.

• Suppliers: BLOOM&BLING works with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of high-quality materials. Suppliers could include those providing waterproof vinyl paper, ink for printing, or packaging materials. Maintaining good relationships with suppliers ensures inventory is available and costs are controlled.

• Selling: The primary activity of offering products to customers both online and offline.

• Marketing: Promoting your business through social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to reach your target audience.

• Quality Control: Ensuring that products meet high standards of durability, design, and customer satisfaction.

• Good Customer Service: Building strong relationships with customers to encourage loyalty and positive feedback.

• Skilled Employees: Talented team members capable of designing, producing, and managing the business operations effectively.

• Brand: Establishing a recognizable and trusted brand that resonates with anime enthusiasts.

• Workers: Team members who assist in various aspects, from choosing a design.

• Affordable Price: Offering products at prices accessible to students and teenagers.

• High-Quality Product: Stickers that are durable, waterproof, and visually appealing.

• Fashion Trend: Designs that align with current anime trends, keeping products relevant and desirable.

• Fast and Efficient Service: Quick turnaround times for orders and customizations.

• Personalized Service: Engaging directly with customers to create custom designs and respond to their needs.

• Online Selling: Using social media pages and e-commerce platforms to facilitate purchases.

• Feedback: Encouraging customers to provide reviews and suggestions to improve products and services.

BLOOM&BLING targets three main groups of customers:

• Teenagers: Young anime fans who enjoy expressing their fandom through accessories like stickers.

• Students: Budget-conscious individuals looking for affordable yet high-quality anime merchandise.

• Accessory Enthusiasts: People who love decorating personal belongings with trendy and unique stickers, even if they are not hardcore anime fans

The ways BLOOM&BLING reaches its customers and delivers its products:

• Social Media Platforms:

  • Facebook: Used for connecting with a broader audience, sharing updates and selling.

  • Instagram: Focuses on showcasing visually appealing product photos and videos to attract customers.

• Cost of Shipping: Expenses related to delivering products to customers.

• Cost of Buying Plastic Bags: Packaging costs for storing and delivering the stickers.

• Cost of Accessories: Purchasing materials or additional items needed to produce the stickers.

• Online Banking Payments: Revenue from online orders placed through platforms like Shopee, Instagram, or Facebook, where payments are processed through banking apps or e-wallets.

• Direct Sales: Revenue from face-to-face sales at events, conventions, or local markets where customers pay directly in cash or via mobile payment apps.

• Shipping Fees: Additional charges collected for delivering products to customers.

• Launch or enhance an online store or marketplace presence tailored to UniMAs students, offering easy ordering and delivery options.

• Ensure content aligns with the main purpose and customers needs.

• Create visually appealing slides using templates and formatting guidelines.

• Include graphics, photos, and animations if necessary.

Starting my sticker business in my own university was an exciting and rewarding journey. I ventured into this project with the goal of combining creativity with entrepreneurship, hoping to learn more about business management while sharing my designs with others.

Challenges Faced

One of the biggest challenges was designing stickers that appealed to a wide audience. Balancing my artistic style with customer preferences required research and flexibility. Additionally, pricing the products was tricky—I had to ensure the prices covered production costs while remaining affordable to my target market. Marketing was another hurdle, as I had to learn how to use social media effectively and approach potential customers.

Lessons Learned

This experience taught me several valuable lessons:

• Business Skills: I gained a better understanding of budgeting, managing inventory, and calculating profit margins.

• Marketing: I learned the importance of consistent online promotion, catchy posts, and engaging with my audience to build trust.

• Adaptability: Listening to customer feedback allowed me to refine my designs and improve my products.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, I plan to expand my product line by exploring new designs and experimenting with other merchandise, such as notebooks or tote bags. I also aim to invest more time in branding and finding ways to reach a larger audience.

In summary, this venture was a meaningful learning experience that has sparked my interest in entrepreneurship. It showed me the value of perseverance, adaptability, and staying customer-focused.

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Engaging with our customers personally has helped build trust and loyalty. When we listen to their preferences and offer stickers they love, they keep coming back. This customer connection is one of the biggest factors in our success.

The anime market is competitive, but we stand out by offering high-quality, unique stickers and excellent customer service. Staying creative and responsive to what our customers want keeps me excited about my job and helps us keep growing.

The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, showing how much these stickers resonate with our audience. From classic designs to the latest trends, we’ve worked hard to stay relevant and provide something for everyone. It’s exciting to see how our products are helping to build a stronger community of anime lovers, and we’re eager to continue growing and evolving with their needs in mind.

As we move forward, we’re committed to keeping our products fresh and diverse. We plan to keep listening to our customers, exploring new designs, and making sure every sticker brings a smile to those who love anime. It’s been a rewarding journey, and we can’t wait to see what’s next!

Both of my roles (customer service representative and slide presentation maker) emphasize the value of communication, whether through direct customer interaction or visually engaging storytelling. While customer service nurtures relationships through one-on-one interaction, presentation design communicates the brand’s vision to a larger audience. These roles collectively enhance the business by strengthening customer trust and effectively marketing the product. Ultimately, both experiences are rewarding, as they contribute directly to the growth and success of the sticker business.

Overall, starting a sticker business in university was an incredible journey that equipped me with practical skills in entrepreneurship, marketing, and problem-solving. It not only helped me earn extra income but also provided a platform to express my creativity and connect with my community. This experience has inspired me to think bigger and consider entrepreneurship as a viable career path in the future.

Starting and running BLOOM&BLING has been an enriching and challenging journey that has provided valuable insights into entrepreneurship and teamwork. Reflecting on this experience, I have gained a deeper understanding of what it takes to turn a passion into a successful business.

One of the biggest challenges was managing time and balancing responsibilities as a student while working on this business. From sourcing materials to designing, marketing, and engaging with customers, every step required meticulous planning and coordination. Additionally, understanding the preferences of customers and keeping up with anime trends was another hurdle, as it required continuous research and adaptation.

Another challenge was financial management. As a startup with limited resources, we had to carefully allocate funds for inventory, packaging, marketing, and operations. This taught us the importance of budgeting and prioritizing expenses to ensure profitability.