More from Cathy Watters
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Sandra Garcia, Middle Child Marketing: on Being Mentored
Sandra Garcia, owner of Middle Child Marketing Inc., started her PR business four years ago after her best friend, an artist, asked her to help with a launch party.“That was the light bulb that went off in my head,” Sandra says. “I thought, maybe I should start freelancing and see how that goes.”
A few months later she had her website up and began pushing her brand. (She can now be found on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn as well.) But, what if things didn’t work out?
“I knew I could get another job at a PR firm,” says Sandra, “but I was a bit disillusioned by the whole corporate environment.”
Her first job out of university had been at a PR firm that specialized in the entertainment industry and did about 80% event planning. She enjoyed it at first: she gained valuable experience and was excited by the idea of meeting actors. But after awhile, she realized what she really wanted to do was hone her skills in media relations, come up with story ideas, pitch them, and see the results in the paper or on TV.
So, two years after joining the PR firm, Sandra decided it “wasn’t a good fit for me” and quit. …
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Review & GiveAway: “Glamheiress Kids” Accessories (CLOSED)
Glamheiress Kids is an online boutique offering glitter/glam clothing and accessories for children. There are some items for adults, teens and even boys, but most of the things are girly-girl kids and can fulfill the dreams of any little princess who loves to dress up. GIVEAWAY: Chance to WIN one of 3 Shopping Sprees valued at $25, $50, or $100.
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Review & GiveAway: “The Fuzzy Fella” Children’s Book (CLOSED)
A fun and imaginative children’s picture book from NischNasch Publishing is up for grabs in this WorldWide GiveAway. The author, Natasha Taylor, is giving away THREE books and YOU could be one of the three lucky readers to get one. Enter before Sept. 19. Open to: Worldwide, age 18 and up. One required entry, and several bonus entries available.
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How do I Bring Customers to My Online Jewellery Store?
Salma Khan from New York asks, “I am opening my online jewelry business soon, God willing. Do you have any suggestions for me as a new business owner, how can I get people to see my jewelry line and keep them coming back for more?” Cathy Watters helps her brainstorm ideas that include both on-line and in-person networking, sales, and strategic alliances.
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Review & Give-Away: Silk Spa Creations Candles (CLOSED)
Review & Giveaway of Silk Spa Creations massage oil candles. ENDS: August 14, 2011. OPEN: Worldwide. AGE: 16 and up. There are two Prize Packages to be given away to lucky Entrepreneurial Woman readers. There are many easy ways to enter, so read the review, check out Silk Spa Creations store on Etsy.com and have fun!
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From Employee to PR Entrepreneur: Dana Humphrey
Dana Humphrey, owner of Whitegate PR, was working for someone else when she decided to make the leap and become an entrepreneur. She took it slow, continuing her ‘day job’ while she built up her client base and learned the basics of running a business. Interviewed by Cathy Watters.
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Almost an Entrepreneur: Lynsey Croll, Wine Rep
Want to enjoy the perks that come with being an employee AND an entrepreneur? Consider subcontracting. Cathy Watters interviews Lynsey Croll, a Wine Rep who gets to work from home and make own work schedule (and other entrepreneurial perks) while still enjoying a regular paycheque and ‘employee’ security.
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Review and Give-Away! – “Me Myself & Us” Baking Kits (CLOSED)
Cathy Watters tests baking kits from “Me Myself & Us” with help from Girl Guide unit consisting of 16 girls age 9-11. Read the review, and enter before April 4, 2011 for YOUR chance to win a Gift Prize Package. This give-away is shipping to addresses within Canada only. Good luck!
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Mompreneur is Cooking Up Success with Baking Kits
Elena Duke is a brand new entrepreneur, just a few months out of the gate, and already she’s drumming up PR and sales. Her products have been reviewed by newspapers and blogs, and she’s already thinking of moving at least part of her business into a warehouse. Find out how this Mompreneur is building her business.
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Cathrine Ann: Rags to Riches…to Published Author
In spite of the many challenges Cathrine Ann faced throughout her life, including childhood sexual abuse and being homeless at 40, she was able to turn her circumstances around and create a million-dollar company. She’s also created a second career as an inspirational public speaker, and has just published a memoir of her life so far.
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Retail and Strategic Alliances – the Lüt Boutique way
New entrepreneur Jennifer Cummer uses strategic alliances to help promote her brick-and-mortar clothing boutique, creating win-win situations for everyone involved. In her first year she’s explored alliances with artists, jewellery artisans, emerging clothing designers and a business group.
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Mompreneur in Dubai Serves Up All Natural Desserts
When a mother in Dubai decided to create a healthier dessert to satisfy her sweet tooth, she had no idea it would eventually lead her to start up her own company and become the first manufacturer in the Middle East to offer ‘all natural’ dessert mixes.
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The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Coaching vs. MBA
What type of education should entrepreneurs take to become better at what they do? Cathy Watters interviews E-Myth master coach, Karin Iwata, to find out her thoughts on it.
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How-To: Start a Blogging Business
If you’ve ever wondered how to start a blog and monetize it, then read this. Biz writer Cathy Watters interviews Tenille Lafontaine, a stay-at-home mom and owner of “Feisty, Frugal & Fabulous” to find out how she got into product review blogging.
