The thing about being in a seasonal business is that you have to expect to be "in business" for only 2 to 3 months of the year. A seasonal business like mine (artificial Christmas trees) needs creativity, a good business plan, and a whole lot of strategy to thrive throughout the year. We have come to expect a time when products ... Read More
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Interview with Work-at-Home Artist and Designer, Debra Cortese
Debra Cortese is an avid nature lover, gardener, and tree-hugger who loves to create and share art. Read on to see how this artist's entrepreneurial journey began. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your entrepreneurial journey. My entrepreneurial journey started by accident in 1980. I had been employed for several years as an ... Read More
How This Mom Started a Photography Business with No Professional Experience
Sarah Jordan is a photographer, wife, and mom to two littles. She started her business, Miles of Smiles Photography, part-time back in 2010. Read on to find out how she started her photography business with no professional experience and has managed to grow it into a thriving full-time business. Tell us a little bit about ... Read More
From Hobby to Entrepreneur – How This Jewelry Designer Started Her Own Business
Elena Adams has been designing sterling silver jewelry for many years. With a passion for chain maille and gemstones, she aims to bring chain maille back into the limelight with newly refined jewelry designs. Read on to find out how she was able to shift from hobby to entrepreneur. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your ... Read More
10 PR Tools that Simplify Your DIY PR Efforts
I remember working at a large PR agency many years ago. Some of my older PR colleagues would tell me how fax machines were revolutionary in helping them disseminate information. Then came the email – and whoa! – suddenly, information spread as fast as lightning. While some would argue that disseminating information is easier than ... Read More
Tough Time Management Questions Asked By Moms
I'm so excited to introduce you to today's guest because she is here to answer your tough time management questions. Elizabeth Grace Saunders is a time coach and professional speaker who empowers individuals who are overwhelmed and frustrated because they want to achieve a life of peace and productivity but are struggling to make ... Read More