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6 Video Apps to Make Creating Reels a Total Breeze!
Let’s talk about Reels, babe! Either you love them or you have a complicated relationships with them. But how about we save you some time and share some video editing and creation apps that will make creating Reels a total breeze and dare I say…. a joy?! Reels are an amazing chance to connect with your dream clients. Sharing Reels like a day in the life or a peek into your processes gives your potential clients a chance to A) get to know you and B) receive confirmation that YOU are the pro they need to reach out to.
Here's How 8 Entrepreneurs are Prepping for Retirement
Business owners are visionaries! You’ve taken an idea and turned it into something tangible that sustains your beautiful life. Here’s the thing– I want your vision for yourself to expand even more so present and future you are taken care of. This month’s blog is all about how real business owners are prepping for a secure & happy future by setting up financial freedom & retirement strategies TODAY. Hear from 8 amazing women on how they’re actively working towards a secure financial future.
Our Annual Galentine's Giveaway is Here!
Guess what babe?! Our annual Galentine’s Giveaway is HERE! Are you excited as we are?! Of course– this bundle is our best yet and includes the perfect combination of pretty goodies and amazing experiences. Build your business AND have your best Galentine’s Day yet! This giveaway is open from Monday, Feb. 8 through Friday, Feb. 11 at 5 PM (EST).
35 Stories to Celebrate Black History Month With!
Happy Black History Month, babe! We’re celebrating with 35 amazing stories that mostly center on Black Excellence, Black Joy and Black Girl Magic. Every movie and TV show on this list is currently streaming on platforms you already know & love. Cheers to kicking off the holiday together!
Meet Ellie Vates of The Heart Temple!
Fill up your mug & settle in, babe! Get ready to meet the wonderful Ellie Vates of The Heart Temple. Ellie is a Love Embodiment Coach, Ordained Minister and Holistic Bodyworker for people who feel fed up and frustrated with the sh*t that’s not working and want lasting transformation. She empowers people with skills to attend to their own mental, physical, emotional wellbeing so they can live a well-balanced life.
Meet Djeneé Dunn of D.TAMU and Prymel Elements!
Born and raised in the US Virgin Islands, Djeneé made Tampa, Florida, her home upon graduating from the University of Tampa with a BA in Advertising and Public relations in 2013. She’s the Founder of D.TAMU, Inc. and the co-owner of Branding Agency, Prymel Elements, with her business partner, Allysen Kerr. Djeneé loves every aspect of branding, including content development, graphic + web design, and strategy.
7 CEOs Share Their 2022 Word of The Year
We’re in the year 2022… can you believe it?! We are continuing to survive a global pandemic. We are continuing to rise against challenges we’ve never faced before. We are continuing to show up as our fullest selves and be open to growth. That’s a lot to celebrate, girl. So let’s keep the confetti vibes going with 2022 words of the year.
11 Podcasts to Rock Your Holiday Break With
Merry Christmas and happy holidays! I hope you have an amazing holiday break and enjoy plenty of your favorite hobbies and time with family. But most of all, I hope you get some great rest. You’ve earned it, you hard-working babe, you! Enjoy some inspirational podcasts (and YouTube channels!) over the break.
8 Amazing Small Business Saturday Deals To Shop This Weekend!
Happy Small Business Saturday week, friend! It’s such a special time of year and it’s so heart-warming to see people showing up for Small Businesses in such a big way. When you’re shopping local this holiday season, you’re not only supporting someone’s dream (amazing!), but you’re also making a direct impact by keeping more wealth and resources in your community (epic!). Snag some gifts on your shopping list and support some dreams! Here are 8 incredible deals for you to rock this weekend.
Meet Vana Shipton of Shiptonville Candle Company!
Meet candle goddess, Vana Shipton of Shiptonville Candle Company. Vana is a South African-born Greek living in beautiful St. Petersburg with her Husband (who’s also an entrepreneur) and sweet dog. You may have seen her around St. Pete, coffee in hand, with a large top knot and platform shoes. Her premium, soy candles and room sprays can be found on the shelves of over 20 retailers around Tampa Bay.
Meet Martha VanCamp of Be Fit Systems!
Ready to meet an incredible business owner?! Martha VanCamp is the Founder and Head Coach for Be Fit Systems, an online wellness and weight loss coaching program. Martha coaches approximately 300-400 monthly clients all over the United States and overseas military bases, via an established online platform. She provides clients a customized meal plan, high accountability and wellness/life coaching to achieve their goals. She’s also a wife, mother and Margarita enthusiast.
7 CEOs Share How They Set Boundaries in Their Business
Let’s talk about the “B” word– Boundaries! It’s impossible to do 2 things without boundaries… 1) enjoy your day-to-day experience as a business owner and 2) scale your business. Without boundaries, you’re headed for burnout city. Thankfully we have 7 amazing She-E-Os to share what boundaries they have in their business and how it’s helped them maintain their sanity & joy.
How to Build an Online Business from the Ground Up
If you’ve been looking for a sign that it's time to be your own boss, this is it. Despite the rocky road that has been the U.S. economy in the time of COVID, a report at CO indicates that now is actually the best time to start your own online business. This is primarily due to the surge of online shopping, as well as the release of stimulus package over the course of the last 18 months or so. What's more, a recent survey from human resources platform Gusto showed that 49% of all businesses opened in 2020 were led by women. So, if you’re an industrious and entrepreneurial woman who's been dreaming of opening your own online business, it's time to strike while the iron's hot!
Meet Daphne Verzosa of Lathala Creative Studios!
Get excited… it’s time to meet an incredible local creative babe! Daphne is the Co-owner/Founder of Lathala Creative Studios, a commercial photography studio based in Clearwater, FL focusing on product photography and stop motion. People may find it difficult to pinpoint Daphne with a single descriptor since she’s a Photographer and so much more! She’s been a book editor, blogger, influencer, social media strategist, marketing pro, and now runs a commercial studio with her husband and creative partner.
Meet Bree Swezey of Authentic Edge Design & Co.!
Ready to get to know an inspiring entrepreneur today?! Her name is Brianne Swezey and you can call her “Bree!” She’s a mom of two boys and set out to stop building someone else’s dream and start creating her own in 2016. Enter scene, Authentic Edge Design & Co., a graphic design & marketing strategy business that helps entrepreneurs in the health, wellness, and life coaching spaces design a brand and a business they love.
How to Create Reels That Connect with Your Dream Clients
Reels are all the rage! And for good reason, babe. We already know that video content goes really far. But the other factor is that Instagram is competing hard with TikTok, so if you want an edge when it comes to showing up on Instagram for your Ideal Client, Reels is your best bet. Not only will using Reels on a weekly basis get Instagram’s algorithm attention, but it will also pique the interest of your Ideal Client. She’ll be able to get to know your personality and enjoy some value-building content before she hits that ‘book’ button. Here’s how 4 business owners are using Reels to build “Know, Like, Trust”!
Make Chia Mango Smoothies + Cottage Cheesecake Pancakes with Be Fit Systems!
We’re back with another round of yummy recipes for you, babe! Let’s rock brunch at home this weekend together. Today’s menu are Chia Mango Smoothies and Cottage Cheese Pancakes from Martha VanCamp of Be Fit Systems. All of Martha’s delicious recipes are designed to have lots of flavor but also provide you with nutrients to fuel you for the day. Grab a plate & let’s dig in!
4 Expert Approved Ways to Build Income Streams
If there’s one cliche that’s at the top of business owner’s minds, its “don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” COVID has definitely shown us how important it is to have multiple streams of income in case one (or more!) are effected. There are so many opportunities! You just gotta talk to other business owners, do some research, and think about what will work best for your business. Take a peek at what 5 CEOs had to say when I asked them about their income streams and get those gears turning for yourself, girl.