Women in business face many common challenges: negative stereotypes, gender bias and family demands are just a few of the hurdles they must jump. Kimberly Porazzo, an award-winning journalist and editor, has been reporting the stories of female entrepreneurs for several years now, a beat that’s become a lifelong passion. “I have met and learned so much about success and failure from so many women. I want to continue to tell their stories, but in a way that inspires and informs other women.” Porrazzo recently initiated a Kickstarter campaign for Woman-owned, a digital magazine that aims to engage business-minded women. With strong writing, photography and embedded videos, the magazine will encourage readers to share the content and educate other women on starting and running a successful business.
Today, there are many more opportunities and support systems to give women a leg up in business. The majority of states in the US, for example, provide training and resources to woman business owners. Technology has made it easier to launch a business and increase awareness among potential customers. But to truly get a business off the ground, it’s all about taking things seriously. “For small business owners, such as Etsy sellers, you have to remember that, no matter how small your store is, you are building a brand,” advises Porrazzo. “Beyond designing and creating a product — often the most fun part of being an Etsy seller — there are all the details of running a business, from inventory management to customer service.”
Even if your shop is a fulfilling hobby, paying attention to small business details is essential for reaching the next level. “One of the most common habits among women who are successfully running their own businesses is that they look at the numbers every single day,” says Porrazzo. When Jacquelyn Tran, CEO of BeautyEncounter.com, took over the fragrance business her parents were running out of their garage, she followed such a mantra. “She told her parents that if they were going to grow the company, they had to make decisions as if they were a big company, not a garage operation,” says Porrazzo. “She now is at the helm of one of the largest online fragrance and cosmetics retailers in the world.”
Unfortunately, women are still falling short to their male counterparts. Over the last decade, only two percent of women-owned businesses have reached the one million dollar mark in annual revenue. But that statistic is steadily changing for the better. “I really sense more confidence among the women that I talk to. They don’t feel they have pie-in-the-sky ideas,” says Porrazzo. “I think, deep down, many of us want to run our own show. And today, women are making that choice like never before.”
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Katie Koshy from carpetshopprincess said 8 years ago Featured
We never fall short of our male counterparts! Revenues aren't the only measurement of success.
Melissa Stover from mbstover said 8 years ago Featured
Great post! I love the pin! I live near Washington, D.C. and recently had the opportunity to attend a women's leadership breakfast that included several women working for the national government that have been involved in research & trending regarding women in business. One topic of discussion was the gap in income between women and men, despite the fact that more women graduate from college than men. One of the findings presented was that a number of women tend to seek stability & take more calculated risks, whereas men tend to take more risks and seek to rise the corporate ranks. Of course this is not always true and it's not to say we don't still have obstacles to overcome, but it does help to explain the surprisingly low number of women CEOs. It may also help to explain some of the other observations noted in previous comments, such as the observation by Sara that more men seem willing to "talk up" their business and make it appear more successful than it is, ,,.But, as they say, Slow and steady wins the race. Onward!!
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Megan from MegansMenagerie said 8 years ago
Love this post!!!
Deodorant Shop from deodorantshop said 8 years ago
Women need to network better so that they can begin small business lending with a focus on women-owned, women-operated and begin the process from the ground up. The process has been started, but it will take decades to have a lasting impact for our next gen women. It takes small steps to start any revolution though ...
LivingVintage from LivingVintage said 8 years ago
Great info. Etsy can be a good start, but having a business mind set can take time. Especially for women who have not been taught to value their time and creative self. Making money is a good thing. Not for the sake of money, but for what you can do with it. I always look for a profit margin, if that makes me a bitch so be it!
Matejka Max from NattyMatty said 8 years ago
Impressive!
iammieCLAYshop from iammieCLAYshop said 8 years ago
Interesting!
Jess from volkerwandering said 8 years ago
Thought provoking, and a good read!
Donna Kohler from TreadleLady said 8 years ago
Great points about running a business as a woman. Profit is important, if I make something and can't make a profit why do it? Etsy has been a great learning opportunity for me still trying to build my business.
Sylvie Liv from SylvieLiv said 8 years ago
Running a business makes women feel important and needed. This is good for us as long as we can remember that being a wife and mother is first and formost, and should always be a higher priority than our work!
Carmen Iris from OldSpoolVintage said 8 years ago
Thanks for this article. I really appreciated the info included in some of the links.
Amanda Gynther from CafePrimrose said 8 years ago
Great article!
Sara Rampersaud from EcoAssist said 8 years ago
While mentoring under a number of male owned start-ups in Ohio (with a web-based business before my days on Etsy) and intense networking with women's organizations/networking groups I realized that one of the biggest differences between the women and male-owned businesses was assertiveness. This isn't the case for all women of course, but the men I observed tended to be quicker to seek VC, accept more risk (and let go of their fears), and were more likely to 'talk up' their business (or make their businesses appear more successful than they were in order to make themselves more appealing to clients/investors etc). The women, however, were more likely to grow their businesses organically without taking on too much debt, view their businesses as 'lifestyles careers' and not 'enterprises', and unfortunately...were more likely to undervalue their work and less likely to promote their businesses with the same confidence as the men. However, one of the greatest strengths that I observed was that the women-owned businesses were extremely supportive of one another. Having that support has been a tremendous asset for me. That said, I've known a number of successful women-owned businesses that have actually chosen to remain small, artisan businesses to maintain quality, service and authenticity. Still successful without hitting the 1 M mark. I don't know if there is a 'best' or 'right' way to grow a business but, in my humble opinion, a strictly financial perspective isn't an entirely accurate barometer of success in and of itself (business or personal). Personally, I'd rather run a business earning less than 1M and enjoy the art of running my business than own a 1M+ company and lose sight of my passion while trying to focus on ever-expanding. Thanks for the article and conversation :)
Lisa Rachel Horlander from ArtfulSoles said 8 years ago
Love the links! thank you for sharing!!
Sandy Ibrahim from PaddyCakeParty said 8 years ago
Hell Ya!
Lisa Rachel Horlander from ArtfulSoles said 8 years ago
I love what you said Sara Rampersaud
Anathalia from SCAVENGENIUS said 8 years ago
Great post!
creativeclassics from creativeclassics said 8 years ago
Good post and an interesting read, especially the tiny percentage of women that "succeed". I wonder though, while many shops run by women don't hit the million dollar mark, how many of them last longer than businesses run by men? If the business run by a man takes longer to turn a profit, do they give up quicker and hop back to full time work quicker than a woman? Or do women persevere and keep things ticking over longer, making small profits but over many years? Food for thought :)
Deborah Abele from luluwraps said 8 years ago
I will be a subscriber! I struggle with keeping my work a priority, rather than setting it aside to be 'on call' with family. (Three interruptions during this post!)
Sarah from CopperheadCreations said 8 years ago
Woo hoo! Go, ladies, go!
Laurie Abela from SoulSeeds said 8 years ago
Helpful post! Thanks also for the links.
Josie from JosiesBoutique said 8 years ago
Great article!
jammerjewelry from jammerjewelry said 8 years ago
Wonderful post, thanks
Katie Koshy from carpetshopprincess said 8 years ago Featured
We never fall short of our male counterparts! Revenues aren't the only measurement of success.
Margreet van Tricht from Vanna said 8 years ago
Wow, love this! "...make decisions as if they were a big company, not a garage operation..." Good advice!
masseyna olstynski said 8 years ago
Best post i'v ever read!!!!keep it up!all the best
Jennifer Beaudet from JBeaudetStudios said 8 years ago
Awesome post! There's so much to learn! I'd love to see more articles like this one. Thank you!
Vickie Moore from WingedWorld said 8 years ago
Women are so used to doing housework and taking care of our kids for free that we tend to devalue our own time, which is sometimes reflected in our Etsy pricing. To understand my true monetary value to my family, I remind myself to consider my day job and Etsy income, as well as the family health insurance my day job provides and the thousands of dollars I save by watching my children myself rather than sending them to daycare. As far as aggressiveness in business, I tell myself that if I don't ask for what I want, the answer is already no. That mindset helped me work up the courage to pitch my Etsy products to retail shops. I'm now in three shops — two because I asked and one because the shop owner found me. And those three retail shops are all women-owned!
Resa Wilkinson from ResaWilkinson said 8 years ago
Thank you for this article and it's very important points.
Beth from FiberWytch said 8 years ago
Great post! I'm still trying to discipline myself to keep better track of the numbers side of my business, which I am aiming to grow organically. I admit that I do enjoy the creative side more, and would never want to be so successful that I became just an administrator.
Penny Birch-Williams from PennyBirchWilliams said 8 years ago
I'm glad that there is a focus on women-owned businesses and understanding how they differ from more traditional business models. While profit and growth is a commendable goal and gauge of success, many of us on etsy are not really looking to make it rich so much as to make a decent living and still be hands-on in our own art/craft/business. As an artist I don't aspire to having thousands of prints and paintings in every Target or Walmart, or having a factory of Chinese workers reproducing my crafts. Some businesses may fit that model, but as a fine artist/craft artist there is nothing that attracts me in that, not even for really big bucks! Sure I'd love to be an artist whose work can command thousands per painting, but realistically that's quite unlikely. If I can be my own boss and make an income to match or exceed what I make as an employee I'll be truly successful in my own estimation.
Natalie and Jeremy from TheSunshineGrove said 8 years ago
Great story. Etsy has been the stepping stone to get our shop going. Now we've extended to craft shows. Can't wait to see what's next.
Erika from ErikaPrice said 8 years ago
Great info. I too am simply looking to make a reasonable living, and not interested in becoming mega-rich, famous, running an empire etc! I feel it's so important to love what you do, and no single business model suits everyone's goals or circumstances. I'd be happy with a few more sales, and a few more hours in each day!
oldish from oldish said 8 years ago
Who says we need to reach this million dollar mark? I am satisfied with much less, I believe in much less, more is a bitch...Not many happy rich people out there I think.
Ellen Thurmond from ethora said 8 years ago
Great article. Thanks for the info!
Johanna N. from thefrontera said 8 years ago
YES
Lisa and Amy from FolkOfTheWoodCrafts said 8 years ago
I agree!!!!
Katie from paperfromheaven said 8 years ago
Thanks for this article
Natalia from KMalinkaVintage said 8 years ago
Very interesting post!
csburdick from callmebrazen said 8 years ago
I was just talking to two women farmers today who have been running their operation for 3 1/2 years now with great success Instead of focusing so much on tractors and equipment, they practice relational farming and create an atmosphere that is rich in care. That is only one example of many in which women business owners can utilize their unique perspective to benefit business.
lostindrawers from lostindrawersvintage said 8 years ago
Inspiring post!
Gisele from Eyecharts said 8 years ago
Hell yes, I hear you. Love to see women running their own shops!
Gillian from GoldAdore said 8 years ago
Great read.
Marta Lalova from MorfineDoll said 8 years ago
There are too many stereotypes out there and the whole women/men dividing isn't helping anyone improve so great article and ideas!
Gelsey Torres and Dustine Hockenberry from twoluckycats said 8 years ago
Fantastic. I can't wait to read/contribute to this potentially valuable resource!
TheSewingGin from TheSewingGin said 8 years ago
Very good read.
AlilJoy from KneeCapsByAliljoy said 8 years ago
First I'd like to say, "I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the title of this article." I am a mother of two with one on the way and I know that moms like me have to be pretty damn good at what they do to juggle a family and start a new business. I have to tell myself on a daily basis to not give up and power forward even while I'm simultaneously pulling my hair out to "why" questions a whiping my toddler's butt (can you say multi-task?). I can't wait to read more about "Kickstarter"!
IKA PARIS from ikabags said 8 years ago
Great article ! Yes go ladies :))
Akima Morgan from AkimaBotanicals said 8 years ago
Cheers to all the hard working women business owners out there! We really give it our all. I'm going to take a look at the author's kickstarter now.
Erika Kelly from PortlandApronCompany said 8 years ago
So true, if you want your business to be a big business, you have to treat it like one! Go ladies!
Meredith from VintagePatternPlace said 8 years ago
Could I PLEASE get permission to re-use that headline photo? That is so perfect!
Jen Schroll from TerraBellusPaperCo said 8 years ago
Thanks for the article!
FreshFromtheFlame from FreshFromtheFlame said 8 years ago
Great article. I love the idea of women helping women. What a great way to learn
CarlaJ from elementsbycarla said 8 years ago
I really liked the article. When we adopted our son, I decided that I wanted to be home for him since my mom worked throughout my childhood. Now my baby is 13 and doesn't need me around (I should say, doesn't want me around as much). I decided to start a jewelry business with all my free time. That was the thought; but with running a car service for him and his friends, paying the bills, shopping, cooking, laundry (you get the picture) I am not sure where my free time is. I love creating new pieces and try to eke out some creative time daily. It is a struggle but it makes it easier knowing that there a lot of women in the same situation. No matter what the size of my business is I know it is an amazing business because it is a part of me.
France Gallery from FranceGallery said 8 years ago
Interesting!
Michelle from aroominthecottage said 8 years ago
Interesting read. Food for thought!
Paige's Perfections from paigesperfections4U said 8 years ago
This is definitely inspiring! Running your own business is tough but there ARE resources out there to help! Thanks for sharing :)
Rhubarb4719 from Rhubarb4719 said 8 years ago
This is so true! As a business owner from the age of 20, i have experienced so many things in such a small store. its all about thinking outside of the box and figuring out how to get an income one way if the other is not working. Certainly been a challenge from being flooded and living in such a little community and having to source business elsewhere! So here i sit just short of 23 and stress levels go up and down like a roller coaster! I wouldn't change it for the world though!
Paulette from dahliasoleil said 8 years ago
Sounds like a great idea ...but why did Etsy write this when the campaign has 3 days left?Would've given her some much needed exposure back in June to raise more funds.Deadlines are so crucial with those campaigns. I would definitely contribute my story to a magazine like that.Try breastfeeding while selling at an outdoor market.That was an adventure.lol.The challenges of juggling a family and a business can really make or break you as a businesswoman.
Emily from SoapForYourSoul said 8 years ago
Great read! Thanks!
Shelly from CharitableCreations said 8 years ago
Very inspiring! Thank you!
Peshka from Peshka said 8 years ago
Lovely and inspiring!
Amy Stafford from MemoriesManufactured said 8 years ago
Thank you for the fascinating statistics and great practical tips on thinking big, looking at your numbers daily and giving yourself the credit to think and behave like a brand (since we are brands). In my "day job" I consult lots of women on their brands and solo-preneur businesses and love to hear about others out there championing women's endeavors as well. Keep up the great work and thanks for contributing to the success of us all!
mungoandmidge from mungoandmidge said 8 years ago
Interesting read - very best of luck to Kimberly for the Kickstarter initiative! I agree with the earlier comments that question the $1m figure as a barometer of success. I think male-driven businesses are competition and incentive based - they respond and are motivated by the idea of meeting a financial target that asserts their place in the larger scheme of things. I think female-driven businesses are lifestyle based and, by necessity, take in a wider range of factors like running a home, taking care of children and also quality of life. Women don't want to sacrifice home, family or simply having a life to create their own success - or are judged differently for making that choice - yet men are allowed to do so, without comment. It is striving for balance that is a big motivator for many women to start their own business - a means of realising their own potential and creating an income on their own terms without sacrificing the things that are important to them. To achieve those things IS a success - but it may not be one that ranks as successful in the predominantly male business world. The real question here is - why not? If a business reaches its audience and makes a profit - does it need to grow beyond that? Isn't it enough to have enough? Over the past few years we've seen how financial greed and wanting everything has spun completely out of control and sent shockwaves through business communities around the world. When a system breaks, it is time for a change of thinking. As women, we have a completely different perspective on life and business (note which I put first!) and a unique set of skills to bring to the table when creating a business. It is not a weakness, it is a strength - and we need to be equally confident about creating our own definitions of success.
Joyce Weaver from joyceweaver said 8 years ago
As part owner in a heating and air conditioning business in central Texas, this article is great! In my illustrious careers, the most difficulties I ran into was as a bass and guitar player in Austin during the late '80s & early '90s - I would be passed over for many music jobs for lesser players just because they were men. However, a lot of those musicians are dead now, may they be resting in peace.
Melissa and Ross Rhoades from OldJunkAmbition said 8 years ago
I have found that people just don't take me seriously when I tell them I own a small business, but when my husband tells them they are all ears. Why does it seem so impossible that we as women can take an idea, nurture it, build it from the ground up and watch it grow? We do it with children don't we? The good thing is, I don't need the naysayers approval for validity in what I do. I need the passion that burns within and an overall "I'm gonna do this shit and no one's gonna stop me" attitude. This was a great article and I hope it is just the kick in the pants a lot of the self-doubters need. Melissa :)
Liesl Carlson from lcarlsonjewelry said 8 years ago
Thank you, great post.
Melissa Stover from mbstover said 8 years ago Featured
Great post! I love the pin! I live near Washington, D.C. and recently had the opportunity to attend a women's leadership breakfast that included several women working for the national government that have been involved in research & trending regarding women in business. One topic of discussion was the gap in income between women and men, despite the fact that more women graduate from college than men. One of the findings presented was that a number of women tend to seek stability & take more calculated risks, whereas men tend to take more risks and seek to rise the corporate ranks. Of course this is not always true and it's not to say we don't still have obstacles to overcome, but it does help to explain the surprisingly low number of women CEOs. It may also help to explain some of the other observations noted in previous comments, such as the observation by Sara that more men seem willing to "talk up" their business and make it appear more successful than it is, ,,.But, as they say, Slow and steady wins the race. Onward!!
Beverley Richmond from hurdyburdy said 8 years ago
Interesting piece. It would be good to see more info relating to financial and gen support (ie mentoring etc) for established businesses and start ups with a specific focus on vintage & handmade AND what's available in different countries.
Amber Lee from TossedTreasures said 8 years ago
This was a great article, and very glad to see you write an article focusing on women in small business.
Jane Pierce from zJayne said 8 years ago
I just backed that magazine model! They need your support by August 10th for it to fly. Pledge a buck or lots of bucks...it all adds up. Click the first link there highlighted " initiated a Kickstarter campaign for Woman-owned" - make a difference~
Jane Pierce from zJayne said 8 years ago
AND you can pin this article on Pinterest - Twitter it.... facebook it ... today's the 8th and I'm just seeing it! Women supporting women - socially get it out there. Thanks!
Nata from dekkoline said 8 years ago
Very interesting story!
Violet from violetsobsession said 8 years ago
Thanks for sharing! There are so many parts to a business and it is hard to find the right balance.
Amber Duckworth from ADuckworthDesigns said 8 years ago
Enjoyed reading, thanks!!!
Victoria Baker from LittleWrenPottery said 8 years ago
I think it is difficult to be taken seriously as a woman in business so often people think your slacking off by running an Etsy shop but it dies take real effort!
Dafne from seastarglass said 8 years ago
I find most women in the arts in particular, are not taken seriously. Good article and great comments here. Women should support each other better...
Amy from PeacebirdStudio said 8 years ago
Just being my own boss doing something I love is an incomparable success in my book, but also being able to encourage other women as they set out to make their way is as deeply gratifying as the joy of creation!
earthygirlshop from earthygirlshop said 8 years ago
Great article, really enjoyed reading everyone's comments.
Kelie from tadalyndesign said 8 years ago
@ Vickie Moore - GREAT COMMENT! What a great way to put it. I do all the "mommy" work, house work, appointments, etc too, plus a part-time job, plus try to sew for my etsy site. NOT always easy, especially with 2 1/2-year-old twins. Great inspiration here! Thanks!
Zen Akire from ZenAkire said 8 years ago
Wow! I am even more inspired after reading this story...................there is no limit to what we can do.
Stacy Novak from stacynovakart said 8 years ago
So Inspiring ...thank you.
LuAnn Poli from PaisleyBeading said 8 years ago
As always, Chappell, I so enjoy reading your articles! This post give good insight to what our business attitudes should be. Encouraging when I needed a boost.
Lillian Bolster from LilBeeDesigns said 8 years ago
I like this post and the conversation that it sparked. I graduated from college with a BA in ceramics. There was more emphasis on the creation of art than on the business side of art. (There was one class taught every other year that was not required- I took it anyway. To be fair this was ten years ago and I don't know how it is now.) The business side has become easier but I still struggle with it. I didn't have any grand ilussions that I would become monetarily wealthy artist but I would like to grow my business. I love that there will be another resource out there for women to learn business skills.
Katelyn Phipps from katelynphippsphoto said 8 years ago
Great article!
Jada Aloisio from HandMarked said 8 years ago
For so long, I sold my self short because of perceptions of the people around me. Although they loved my creations, they never felt I could make money doing so. With constant changes in the school system and many teachers faced with budget cuts, I slowly took the plunge of selling my jewelry. I have done everything backwards because I had no clue what running a small business would entail. I really thought I would just sell a few pieces a month and have a little spending money. As demand grew in such a short time, I started reading and trying to learn as much as possible...and boy, I still have a long way to go. Now, I see that I actually have a functioning small business with great potential. I don't see this as a pie in the sky business, but I do have steady income which happened in only 9 months. I now have real goals in mind for what I know I can make happen. I recently was interviewed by a national women's magazine and was asked what I wanted share with readers with dreams of opening a small business. My answer was simple...If you have a dream, follow it. Don't listen to others that tell you it is impossible. Just realize it takes work, lots of work. I'm working more hours now than I ever have, but I'm happy. I'm my own boss. I control the outcome in my life. Don't live with regrets and what ifs. Realize failure may happen, but we do not learn if everything always comes easy to us. Thanks for the article.
Marva Reynolds from StitchesbyMarvaLisa said 8 years ago
I agree with the young lady that said, hitting the 1 mil mark is not the only way to determine success. Getting what you want out of the business is very important. I am however, looking for my business to be perfected to the point that it will meet my need and the needs of others. I enjoy creating for others, but more than that I enjoy doing it for me...Great article. I posted it on fb
Billie Bennett from portraitsbybillie said 8 years ago
Great article with alot of very good tips. For me success also means someone likes my art enough to buy it and display it in their home. When I buy something handmade I have a different feeling about the article. I know there was a real person with a creative spirit behind it and I feel I relate to this person.
Lyle White from LyleVintagePatterns said 8 years ago
beautiful article
Tank Nunez from LittleTankShop said 8 years ago
pretty good!
Kari from ThoughtofYouFabricAc said 8 years ago
Obviously, everyone has a different measure of success. There is a really great feeling that comes with selling something that you created...there is an even better rush when you get referrals. When someone likes something that you created and wants others to know about it! People want to feel like they are part of something special and about to be huge! We all want to see woman feel successful. And by purchasing from etsy vendors you are directly supporting a person, not just a business.
Diane from soveryhappyart said 8 years ago
Great food for thought and inspiration in the post and the dialogue created. Thank you!
That Leila Girl from onlineleila said 8 years ago
Start small... think big...keep track of your daily progress in writing...find a couple of mentors... remember your dream...new and past... be thankful daily to spread your talents around... notice what you are good at and what you need to empower within yourself...keep on keeping on...neither sex nor sunset can keep you below the horizons of your own efforts...there is no loss; only lessons...make a list of the three most important things you are to do the next day in a journel next to your bed and write in it every night the three things you are most grateful for the day...money does not measure true wealth but it certainly frees us up to be free to share more and be a better example of what to do with it...now 60 and still a child of the 60's...years, no decades of activism have allowed me to witness much positive change in the natural entrepreneureal spirit of women to create something out of nothing...we have it in us to shoestring our dreams into fruition...follow your passion and fear not neither the passages of time, trials nor testing...keep looking to the positive each and every day...train yourself in the use of positive thought, speech and acknowledgement of self and others...life is a daily miracle of new beginnings...let go of the past in every area of your life...there is always greater blessings on the horizon...accept the changes within and without...stay flexible...neither drink lousy coffee nor bitter wine...every time you catch yourself complaining or critiquing others make yourself do three random acts of kindness in the next 24 hours...breath deep and stay calm amidst the storms which inevitably do come...keep it simple and enjoy this remarkable journey on Etsy...I am making a committment to buy more from other vendors...thanks for the reminder...keep on trying and do not give up on your dreams...sometimes I am just stunned at how God has delivered the fulfillment of many dreams...the recognition of which sometimes happens as a full movie of the scenes of my life suddenly appear as one...the fruits of the spiritual are real...enjoy it all one day at a time...it goes so quickly and we all still have much to do...every day is as new as the ripeness of the little golden rosie apples I see growing in the orchard beyond my own yard...that I have the privlege of harvesting them without seemingly had any responsibilities for their cultivation reminds me that I am now gathering around me the wealth of all my own creative urges and choices to help others acheive their dreams in all that I do...the old is passing away and the newness is here...there is a season for everything and when you choose to make a new and ideally better choice, whether during the making or the marketing of your creative self, you are a true success...what goes around comes around...go for it!
Kelly Eckley from PinchedPennies said 8 years ago
I'm extremely proud of my small business and myself! Go ladies, let's rock this world.
Annie Maxfield from girlina said 8 years ago
After Romney's comments the other night, I found this really empowering to read. We don't need the workplace to behave in special ways - like being more "flexible" we just need to have more opportunity, create our own space, and support one another.
Michelle Couch from RhysandRaesCreations said 8 years ago
I am thankful for articles like this that help sharpen my skills. I must read information on running a business and use study tools so that I can keep up and learn new ways to grow my business. Thank you for the helpful advice!!
Amy Lucy from amylucydesigns said 4 years ago
Great article thank you, look forward to more, as a business owner and a mother this gives me the boost I need to keep going!