Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business

Stephanie Mojica is a long-time copywriter, editor, and writing coach. She has worked with a wide variety of businesses, educational institutions, coaches, authors, realtors, and attorneys in multiple capacities. Some of her past and present clients include Harvard University, Lockheed Martin, CBS, NBC, and Verizon. Stephanie has also coached dozens of authors through the book writing. Quote for t...

On this episode I speak with Kelly Hackney of Caffeine with Kelly, LLC. Starting in December 2020 with the vision of adding some caffeination to marketing plans, Kelly has a mission and passion to add more positivity to the world, one cup of coffee at a time. With 10+ years of marketing experience, she brings authenticity, customization, and deep strategy work to the marketing space. She prides he...

On last week’s episode I spoke with Jennifer Grayer formerly of Lollibops Sweet Shop. Deidre Bembry aka The Insurance Lady,  a State Farm insurance agent for 12 years and Monica Van Landingham, a serial entrepreneur and current owner of a social media strategy firm in Nashville, Vier Media. These ladies were generous enough to share their time with me and answer questions in regards to being an en...

I speak with 4 mompreneurs who share their stories of raising kids and running and growing their businesses at the same time. On this episode we talk mom guilt and the pros and cons of being a mompreneur.  Episode Quote: I think every working mom probably feels the same thing: You go through big chunks of time where you’re just thinking. “This is impossible--oh this is impossible.” And then you ju...

On this episode I speak with Moona Mohammed, owner and founder of The Perfect Dress Atlanta. Remembering the feeling of frustration in not having the conveniences of a dress shop in her own community,  In February of 2019 Moona set a 30 day goal to open a dress shop for women in Southwest Atlanta, at the age of just 23. Though she did not meet her 30 days goal, she did have her dress shop opened i...

It is hard to believe it has been one year since I launched this podcast. I have learned alot during this process. I share with you all that I have learned, and they are not only things that have impacted my life, but they are things that can impact and change all of our lives.  Episode Quote: God has a way of turning our pain into our platform. In fact it is through our pain that we often find ou...

On this episode I am discussing some of our current struggles. Having a team that is stretched thin and me trying to juggle being a wife, a mom with kids who have not been on their normal school schedule in over a year, and a business owner that has very little time to work on the business for working in it right now. As an entrepreneur I have a desire to create new businesses, this podcast, cours...

On this episode I am discussing Intellectual Property or IP. Are you licensed to use someone else's intellectual property or do you own your own or perhaps its a combination of both. Having your own IP is ideal, but how can the use of someone's IP affect your business if your contract changes or the relationship comes to a halt.   Episode Quote: Intellectual Property is a key aspect for economic d...

On this episode I bring to you the second part of my interview with Hayley Luckadoo. Owner of Luckadoo Media. A podcaster, motivational speaker and marketing coach Hayley shares her challenges, the biggest mistake she feels she has made in her business, and what you need to know before hiring a social media expert.  Hayley's Contact info:  Email address: hello@hayleyluckadoo.com Website: www.hayle...

On this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Hayley Luckadoo. Such a fun interview partner. This is the first part of our interview. We had so much fun chatting we went on for quite a while. Hayley is a marketing coach and motivational speaker who empowers entrepreneurs to let go of the things holding them back and take the steps toward bigger dreams and a better life. She is an audacious...

In this episode I discuss customers and how they help us business owners beyond simply purchasing our goods and services. Looking back over the growth of our company, we have found that our customers have actual helped build our business into what it is today. They have provided us with ideas and direction over the past 18 years of our business through their requests, questions and challenging pro...

On this episode I speak with Jeff Cooper a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual. Northwestern Mutual one of the nation’s premier financial services firms offering services and products ranging from insurance & investments to retirement and business planning services. Jeff is a graduate of Emory University and former law enforcement officer working on the local, state, and federal leve...

Abigail White and Jason Rhoades join me to discuss how they organically started their company after Jason could not find a job offering him the type of work he longed to do. We chat about the challenges they have faced in their business and what they would change if they could send their younger selves a message.  Toolbox #9 is a web development agency that places a strong emphasis on user ex...

Abigail White and Jason Rhoades join me to discuss working with each other in their business Toolbox #9. A web development agency with a strong emphasis on user experience. With clients like The CDC Foundation, Lego, and Cartoon Network they are making websites and apps easier to use, more simple, more engaging and sometimes even more fun. Quote for this episode: Relationships are the only thing t...

On this episode I hang with my husband and business partner Ethan King. We both share 3 tips that have helped us survive being in business with each other for over 20 years while staying in love and celebrating 18 years of marriage earlier this week. Quote for this episode: Loving is not just looking at each other, it's looking in the same direction. ~Antoine de Saint Exupery   Helpful E...

On this episode learn why continuing to market your business and brand is essential for the overall success of your business even during tough times when money is tight. Quote for this episode: Marketing is a contest for people’s attention. Seth Godin Zeus' Closet; Direct link to Logo Products. Save 15% just by mentioning this podcast. Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success: ...

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and other social media platforms are all great for reaching your community...your people,  but you don't own them. If they make changes, go away or suspend your account, your business will be in BIG trouble. You must own your community. How do you do this? Email addresses from your customers and prospects are key. Email is still #1.  Listen to this episode to...

We all learn so much through our experiences during our life. Have you ever thought about what you would tell a younger version of yourself if you had the chance. Especially as an entrepreneur, and I love asking entrepreneurs this question. Listen to the answers from the following entrepreneurs in this episode and find their common theme: Ethan King - An award-winning graphic designer.  His w...

Over the past few weeks many Americans have been waiting for legislators to decide if they would be able to pay their rent or their mortgage...legislators to decide if they will be able to put food on the table for their families another week. Well on this episode, I tell you how to plan to create your own stimulus check so you don’t have to rely on someone else to make these decisions that impact...

Happy Holidays! On this episode I talk about getting ready for 2021.  Do you set goals each year? How do you go about setting your goals? Do not be discourage by 2020 if you did not accomplish all of your goals. Come on over to the podcast’s Facebook Group: Stitched for Success and tell us about how you set goals each year. What works for you and what does not. Join the community today!  A communi...

On this episode I bring you an Amazon insider. She is the founder of eCommerce Boss Babes a thriving community for female entrepreneurs. Laura Buhl shares with us insights to being successful on Amazon’s platform. About Laura Buhl: Laura Buhl is an eCommerce Consultant who helps businesses build 7-Figure Businesses selling products successfully on Amazon. She is the founder of the eCommerce Boss B...

In this episode I bring you the 2nd part of my conversation with our business coach Wayne Kurzen.    Wayne Kurzen is an expert award winning business advisor and successful entrepreneur with over 18 years experience in helping hundreds of business leaders create organizations that become market leaders and highly valued companies.  His  accomplishments include:  - A decorated Air Force pilot and c...

In this episode I bring you the first part of my conversation with our business coach Wayne Kurzen.   Wayne Kurzen is an expert award winning business advisor and successful entrepreneur with over 18 years experience in helping hundreds of business leaders create organizations that become market leaders and highly valued companies. His  accomplishments include: - A decorated Air Force pilot and co...

In this episode I talk about gratitude as a business owner. Giving you a practical and doable exercise to help you lift your spirit and mind as we enter this holiday period. I don’t know if your business is extremely busy during this season, but this exercise will help you get your mind right and ready for the challenges this seasons holds if it is. Quote: Gratitude is the best medicine. It heals...

On this episode I bring another portion of my interview with Steven Yates a business consultant and business owner with over 20 years of marketing experience. In this episode Steven speaks of a huge mistake he made in his business that he doesn’t want you to make. Not only did it cost him $200,000 but it could have cost him much more. Steven enjoys helping small and medium sized businesses market...