Social Networking

Fini Concierge can now be found on both Facebook and Twitter! Like many other small businesses Fini has decided to jump onto the social networking train. But everyday, as we post new info and tweets we find ourselves asking: does business actually get done on these sites and can they actually help our business grow?

Apparently, each day 5 to 10 thousand new people join Twitter and current estimates of total users top out around 5 million. Now that’s a lot of potential To Do lists, right? We know they won’t all become clients, but it definitely is a lot of exposure. With every tweet our brand grows, and with every re-tweet Fini’s info is spread to new places that we might not have otherwise reached. This exposure also gets us thinking: should we put together a Twitter marketing plan (I have been told that there are tools to help create one) and schedule a certain number of tweets a day?

Being green to the Twitter “phenom” we are realizing there is much to be learned. Some of the best advice I have read is to find a peer in your industry and “follow” them and then check out who they are “following”...sure enough you will find a Who’s Who list that you must “follow.”

As we become more Twitter savvy by tweeting, re-tweeting, following, etc., our list of “followers” continues to grow day by day, and we begin to realize the full potential of this PR tool. We are betting that these new “followers” would not have stumbled across our info and website without the aid of Twitter. Therefore, Fini Concierge IS getting a lot of business done and we sure are growing! Consider It Done!

Win 4 Free Hours of Fini Concierge Personal Assistant Services!

Could you use some help tackling your to-do list? Getting help is as easy as helping others get the assistance they need…Introduce your clients, friends and family to Fini Concierge! Fini Concierge is giving away 4 free hours of assistance to the real estate agent on Cape Cod who refers the greatest number of people to Fini Concierge between July 15 and August 31.

Last spring, Boston-based personal assistance company Fini Concierge expanded its service area with an office in East Orleans to serve Cape Cod and the Islands. Fini Concierge is a team of experienced personal assistants. Our team is available to perform a wide variety of time-saving tasks, streamlining the lives of Cape Cod residents and visitors by providing one resource to call to handle a wide variety of needs in their lives.

Since 2004, the Fini Concierge team has provided as-needed personal assistance to Greater Boston residents, handling everything from dry cleaning pick-up, bringing cars in for service and waiting for repairmen to planning parties and arranging complex travel arrangements. In addition to the day to day services that we offer to our Greater Boston clients, we also offer services such as:

· Opening and closing seasonal homes
· Stocking kitchens prior to guest’s arrivals
· Conducting home check-ins during the winter months for second home owners that are

not available to come down to the Cape frequently
· Planning seaside weddings and family reunions

Fini Concierge’s Cape team also handles small projects that make a big difference such as:

· Taking clothes to the laundromat
· Delivering a picnic basket lunch
· Providing recommendations on area activities and restaurants
· Running to the store for forgotten provisions such as sunscreen and bug spray

Personal assistant services cost $47 an hour, with a one-hour minimum in addition to monthly packages with reduced rates for clients in need of ongoing assistance. Referrals must pursue learning about Fini Concierge in one of the following ways: have a phone or email “conversation” or in person meeting with a Fini team member about our services.

Do you need to learn more about Fini Concierge so that you can pass along helpful information? View our website at http://www.finiconcierge.com/ or contact Allison Boxer at anadeau@finiconcierge.com to learn more or request brochures to pass along. You can also follow the Fini Concierge team at TWITTER and FACEBOOK.

On September 1st, Fini Concierge will announce the winner of our Cape Cod Summer Promotion – and if you’re the winner, starting utilizing your free hours or give them to someone who could use an extra hand. We look forward to working with you soon!

Testimonial

Recently Fini Concierge has been collecting new testimonials. We really appreciate your willingness to share your experiences with others about the work we do. We are happy to share a recent client testimonial with you below:

"Fini Concierge was able to pick up my race packet for the Boston Marathon. This was a one time incident, but Fini definitely made my life less stressful that day I need the race packet. Marissa and Chantal were prompt and courteous to any requests and/or questions that I had leading up to the service I had asked them to do."

S. Quintanar
Chicago, IL

If you would like to share a testimonial about your experiences with Fini Concierge, please contact us for details at mbennett@finiconcierge.com

Host with the most

This is the time of year when your calendar begins filling up with summer events. Some of these events will be hosted by you. From the 4th of July to Labor Day summer months are filled with weddings, birthday parties, anniversarys, evening soirees, backyard bashes, picnics, private dinners and large events. We are here to help you organize a seamless event!

During the hot and hectic summer months you may find yourself running in all sorts of directions to pull together a special occasion. To keep your cool, discuss your plans with Fini Concierge and let us incorporate our event planning expertise into your summer. We will work closely with you regarding all details to ensure your personal style shines through. You will also be able to relax and enjoy yourself at your own event.

We can make sure that you are the host with the most by taking care of the following:

• Invitations (ideas, themes, addressing, stamping, and mailing to guests)


• Coordination and follow up of RSVP list


• Decorations (ordering, setting up, taking down and returning rented items)


• Liaison with hired professionals (caterer, bar service, servers, florist, entertainment, photographer, rental/furniture equipment, cleaners for before or after event)


• If you are not planning on hiring a professional, Fini Concierge can take your beverage, flower, grocery and/or rental order and deliver to your event)


• Menu Planning (create menu for guests, grocery shopping, and hard to find items)


• Gift or favor ideas (including pick up/order, wrap etc.)


• Clean up and rental return

Moving Tips

If you or anyone you know is moving this summer, you already know that there are a million things that need to be done to get ready for a move. From finding resources and making contact with vendors to planning timelines and packing all of your possessions. Fini Concierge will help you sort through your moving to do lists, will help you complete items on the to do list and will even send you reminders about important dates.

We also wanted to share a few moving related tips with you to help you get started. Contact Fini Concierge directly for the rest.

1) Obtain more than one moving quote. Compare estimates, references and costs.

2) Take photos to create a digital inventory of your items.

3) Secure any travel or hotel arrangements that you may need during your move--for you, your children and/or your pets.

4) Make a plan for the day of your move. Who is going to be on site to monitor the packing and moving? Who is going to coordinate the arrival of the cleaners or locksmith?

5) Research local resources before you move. Find a new school, a new doctor and make sure you know where the local dry cleaners and grocery stores are so you can pick up things you need right away.

Fini Minimizes Travel Hassles

We know your travel calendar begins looking very hectic during the summer months. Whether for business or pleasure, reducing or eliminating travel related hassles will make your trip more enjoyable and well worth the time. Fini Concierge is here for you in order to take care of the following tasks:

PLANNING YOUR VACATION OR THREE DAY WEEKEND GET AWAY: Fini Concierge will assist you in finding the perfect new spot to venture to with friends or family this summer. We can provide you with a day by day itinerary filled with dining, lodging and activities based on your personal preferences.

MAKING YOUR RESERVATIONS: Fini Concierge will place all of your reservations. In addition to making reservations for flights, we will also be sure your hotel reservation is made and any sightseeing plans are booked and confirmed.

LAST MINUTE ITEMS: Fini Concierge will pick up everything you need for your trip. From travel activity bags to keep your kids occupied on the plane or in the car, to sunscreen, batteries, or snacks.

PASSPORT SERVICES: Fini Concierge will make sure all of your travel documentation is taken care of in time for your trip.

GETTING TO AND FROM THE AIRPORT: Fini Concierge will hire and arrange car service to pick you up at home and drop you off at the airport to be sure you arrive on time for your flight. With this option you eliminate parking hassles as well.

PEACE OF MIND CHECK IN: Fini Concierge wil check in on your home, giving you peace of mind. We can also check your mail, feed your cat and water your plants while you're away.

Tips on Choosing the Right Cape Cod Rental

So you've decided to rent a beach house this summer on the Cape for your next trip or family vacation. Great! But where do you begin? The amount of vacation rental websites can be more overwhelming than useful. Here are some great tips for finding a nice vacation rental and you're in luck because rentals are still available.

Start Early

Ideally you will want to begin planning your summer vacation right after the holidays. If you do so, you will have a larger selection to choose from. When you begin your early search ask about early booking discounts. Sometimes you'll find that in exchange for the security of having their property rented, an owner and agent will offer a discount, sometimes as much as 10 percent. But don’t worry if you didn’t get a jump start there are some advantages for a late planner.

Know What You Want

1. Need to bring Buster? Make sure pets are allowed.

2. Have small children? Make sure the house is equipped with baby gates for the stairs.

3. Vacationing with an older family member who isn't very mobile? You might want to make sure you're only a short walk from the beach and there is a ramp or first floor bedroom available.

4. Plan on having cookouts? Ask if the grill is in good shape. Get the details in writing and bring them with you to be sure everything is as promised.

5. Have your heart set on an outdoor shower? Make sure to ask before committing.

6. Planning on spending the entire time on the beach? Find out how long of a walk the rental is from the sandy shore.

7. Also, be sure you have the name and phone number of someone you can call if anything goes wrong during your stay.