My Business Plan: QUEORK
A quick look at the state of our environment today, and the daunting reality of global warming, sustainability is no longer just a necessity — it is our responsibility. In 2017, the United States Environmental…
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My Business Plan: Paw Books
Children’s books hold an appeal that transcends age, gender, preference, and everything else. Children in their formative years need books to help them expand their imaginations, develop critical thinking skills, and connect with the world…
My Business Plan: Inabel Shop
Where do good ideas come from? Honestly, it’s hard to tell. Good ideas, inspiration – they can come from anywhere, at any given moment, and most of the time, when you least expect it. For…
My Business Plan: Hulda’s Swedish Baked Goods
Much has been said about baking. But there is one quote from American author Regina Brett that springs to my mind at the very mention of the word. She said, “If baking is any labor…
My Business Plan: The Lavender Farm at Woodstock
A hobby that got out of control. That’s how Allison Horseman of The Lavender Farm at Woodstock likes to describe their business. Allison and her mother, Mary, sell handcrafted products made from lavender they grow…
My Business Plan: Nomi’s Naturals
Ever since I was a teenager, I struggled with monthly acne breakouts. I would use commercial products available in supermarkets and department stores, but none of them curbed the pimples. As I entered my late…
Theresa Troutman: Lessons From an Indie Author
Theresa Troutman knows a thing or two about being an independent author. This romance novelist and travel blogger has found inspiration during her travels and has published 13 books. Who Is Theresa Troutman? Though Theresa’s…
My Business Plan: Crescent Lake Bible Camp
I never attended camp as a kid. So growing up, I’ve had my misconceptions about camping. In my mind, kids are sent to camp when they’ve been too naughty. A punishment for those who disobeyed…
3 Inspiring Small Business Advice from Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. is a name synonymous to turning the impossible into actuality. A great leader in every step of the way, his fight against racism, as seen from his work in the American…