The Entrepreneurial You

Part 2 of this series examines "Funding Options" - This is a vital part of developing your fashion business. Some possible sources include: ✅Personal funds ✅Loans from families and friends ✅Bank loan ✅Grants for small businesses ✅Equity Investment ✅Crowdfunding ✅Bartering your service 🟡If you have personal funds available, you may choose to use some of them to get your business off the gro...

The fashion industry is unique. It is driven by change and is constantly changing. It changes so much, we find trends revolving and re-surfacing again when we thought they died a natural death. The industry has several different parts making up the whole. The seamstresses, tailors, manufacturers, models, factory workers, forecasters, designers, pattern makers, sketch artists, embroiderers, store o...

Non-fungible tokens, widely known as NFTs, are the latest evolution of the cryptocurrency concept. They’ve been around since 2014 but recently gained notoriety. NFTs can be traded or exchanged, one for another as one of a kind digital representations of physical assets. They are essentially digital contracts, with certain rules such as the number of copies available for sale. Much of the current m...

He’s a man of inspiring principle, determination and composed appearance… John Mahfood is a certified public accountant and an experienced business leader who was introduced to the mechanics of the field from as early as he could remember. Most of his early years were spent cultivating his leadership skills by working in the family business; guided by his dad Adeeb Mahfood.  Before taking over as...

Serving her industry with pride, passion and purpose. A business mogul in her own right, Michelle Chong, co-founder of the successful Honey Bun Limited and 2016 Business Suite Businesswoman of the year is one high performing female leader with over 35 years at the helm of a baking company that has not only stood the test of time but continues to ace the test of quality. After so many years in busi...

It’s fair to say that Larren Peart is a data guru who has chartered new boundaries and prospects with data-driven analytics and insights, made accessible in unprecedented ways through his business Blue Dot, full-service market research and strategy consulting company. Founded in 2014, less than 7 years ago, Blue Dot is already making waves, claiming the majority market share for data insights in J...

If you aren't necessarily part of the tech industry, the name Stephen Spence may not ring familiar but this innovative, game-changing entrepreneur has led a transformative mobile marketing business that transformed the way local and regional companies communicate with customers…forever. He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of SMS Communications limited, a Jamaican company that was started...

Being an exceptional leader means more than having the ability to deliver results, it’s also about the capacity to empower from the inside out. Christopher Reckord is one such businessman who leads with heart and expertise.  Chris, chief executive officer and board member for tTech Limited, a leading IT support organization, has over 30 years of experience in the fields of information and communic...

Fierce, forward-thinking and certainly not afraid to take on a challenge. Nyanna Williams boldly leads a brand that bears a strong influence on its industry and a strong connection to her purpose. She’s travelled across geographical and professional borders to find her true calling as Chief Executive Officer of Lifespan Spring Water Co; a business that is globally recognized for its award-winning...

Her influence spans many phases of media development in Jamaica. From being credited with helping to transform the Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation (JBC) into what is now the number one free-to-air station; Television Jamaica (TVJ), to her pioneering work in video, live streaming solutions. This Fulbright scholar and media specialist have comfortably claimed competence and authority as a lecturer...

A zac of many trades; Zachary Harding has crafted a diversified career profile that has taken him from the dancehall to the boardroom and into the Forbes Business Council…and he’s just getting started. Dubbed a marketing guru, Harding has a track record of excellence in senior management and strategic marketing roles with prominent brands such as the Jamaica Tourist Board, ATL, Red Stripe, JAMPRO,...

I trust you had a Merry Christmas. I am praying that 2022 will be a year of victory for you. 2021 has been quite a year, as was its predecessor 2020. But I am here to tell you that I gave it all that I've got from a place of surrender, ease and grace. I was in no rush to go anywhere nor do anything. My modus operandi became one of simply being. I won't lie though, I have had some serious challenge...

Do you give time and space to that other voice in your head telling you that you are not good enough? I mean, those big audacious goals that you have written in your journal remain exactly there because you keep asking yourself, “who am I to want to be able to do this thing?” Actually who are you, NOT to want these things. Listen to this episode to learn how Arlan Hamilton has overcome imposter sy...

Have you ever seen pictures of entrepreneurs with their laptop while on the glistening and enticing shores with hues of blues and turquoise with the caption, “living my best life now” and wondered how you too can do that? This episode reveals someone who is successfully doing that and provides hacks for you to do it too. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:    Learn ho...

They lied to us, making us believe that as entrepreneurs we should be hustling and grinding constantly if we want to become successful. But is it success if it comes at the expense of our health? Can we have great health while pursuing wealth? Is it one or the other? This episode examines how we can navigate our health goals while still pursuing financial freedom. Here are three reasons why you sh...

Ever thought about what to say or do to get a meeting tipped in your favor before it even start? Words have power but when combined with the appropriate body language and action, they have the power to move mountains.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:    Learn the true meaning of communication Explore the four types of communicators and the steps to effective commu...

How do you view Culture? Have you taken stock of your personal biases and your outlook on issues relating to cultural diversity recently? I’m excited to share this episode as Genein Letford breaks down, “How to Connect, Create and Innovate Across Cultural Lines.” Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:  Explore the definition of culture.  Learn how the culture of your eve...

Have you ever thought about how a Facebook Community could positively affect your business? Self-made millionaire and Confidence Coach Christina Jandali is here to share with us ‘How to Get Paying Clients with Facebook Groups.’   Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:  Learn about the importance of Facebook Group Communities.   Learn how to transform community members in...

Have you ever thought how you could turn your trauma into triumph? Tracee Hunt did it and she is here to share her story and tell you how you can do as you “Learn to Lead Your Team Towards Success.” Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:  Hear Tracee’s story and how she turned trauma into stepping stones to success.  Learn about how to lead your team to success while wor...

Have you experienced failure? I guarantee you are not alone but, there is always a way to make a comeback, and today’s guest Teresa Heath Wareing is going to share with us some tips on “Turning Entrepreneurial Failures into Success.”  Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:  Listen to  Teresa share her own story of triumphs and failures that lead her to success.  Hear str...

Have you ever thought about offering a High- Ticket Business service? What is stopping you? This week's guest can help you overcome whatever fears you might be having surrounding this decision as we discuss High-Ticket Business Model Myths with Shayla Boyd- Gill.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:  Learn about the reasons for some of the myths surrounding High-Ticke...

Sounds True is one of the world's leading wisdom-based multimedia companies whose mission is to wake up the world. They publish groundbreaking authors and teachers with topics ranging from mindfulness, neuroscience, psychology, trauma therapy, and more. Today  we are joined by Founder Tami Simon in a riveting discussion about "Inner Skills in the Post-Pandemic Economy." Here are three reasons why...

In this episode, we are joined by Dave “Laundromat Millionaire” Menz sharing how his humble beginnings did not stop him from being successful as we discuss the topic from Poverty to Prospering. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:    Hear how Dave Menz went from selling candy in school to a millionaire.   Discover how Dave was able to make his business stand out and gr...

What does your digital introduction say about you? In this episode, we are joined by Donna Serdula as we discuss “Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile To Increase Visibility & Boost Your Sales.” Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:  Learn the importance of a LinkedIn profile  Discover how you can build a strong online presence using your LinkedIn profile.  Learn how you ca...

The adversities of life are inevitable, and one person who knows about this is Les Brown. However, he has never allowed the trials to get the better of him. He has allowed them to fuel him as he became one of the world’s most renowned motivational speakers. Today he is here to share with us that,' If You Can Look Up, You Can Get Up.' Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode...