Rachel (not her real name) had always been a dedicated employee. And she was well-liked and respected by her co-workers. And even admired by her supervisors. But none of that helped her escape getting booted … Read the rest…
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I love entrepreneurs. Especially the ones who can face problems with a solve and smile attitude. And there’s nothing more stressful than unsolved problems. But, if you’re a tried and true entrepreneur, you’re not afraid … Read the rest…
Elena had always dreamed of sharing the rich flavors of her Italian heritage with the world. So, after years of saving and planning, she finally opened “Mama Mia Mobile.” It was her pride and joy, … Read the rest…
In the peaceful coastal town of Oceanview, Phil Wise (not his real name) was the undisputed big fish in a very small pond. Because Phil owned “WiseAcre Wines” a thriving wine store that was the … Read the rest…
This morning I thought about some hard working people I’ve had the privilege of serving over the years. And I imagined interviewing one small business owner, who sort of represents them all, about the success … Read the rest…
Danielle (not her real name) loved dogs. And that certainly doesn’t make her unique. Because who doesn’t love dogs. Right? But Danielle didn’t just feed, house, and love HER dogs. She also developed a little … Read the rest…
In 2019, Stella (not her real name) finally took the leap. And she opened “Dreamy Hair,” a salon dream she’d had for 10 years, in her hometown. And one big part, Stella had always seen … Read the rest…
Laura (not her real name) is a professional photographer with a keen eye for detail. And when she first started her business, and opened her own studio, she developed a creative marketing strategy to get … Read the rest…
Who doesn’t luv rose colored glasses? Especially those round ones you see hippies from the 60’s and 70’s wearing. Because they looked cool. And celebrities who wore them back then were “the in crowd.” But … Read the rest…
In a distant and mysterious land, there lived a young travel writer named Trevor (not his real name). And he most definitely had a way with words. In fact, one of his clients wrote a … Read the rest…