Handmade Seller Magazine Issue 47 | August 2019 | Page 6

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Question

"My biggest fear was just taking the leap and doing it. Leaving a consistent 9-5 steady paycheck has been holding me back for years. Now that I feel I am ready to move forward, it feels freeing!"

Holistic Energy Healing, LLC

Melissa @holistic_chakra

"Doing a DIY workshop and getting in front of people to teach it. I was invited to offer a class, so I said yes which forced me to prepare; it was a success. Workshops are now part of my business."

Deep Leaf Organics

Robyn @deepleaforganics

06 QUESTION OF THE MONTH

What fears have you faced while growing you business & what happened when you overcame them?

"When I first started with wholesale, several of the companies I approached were only interested in private label. By opening my mind, I was able to grow in an unexpected (and profitable) direction."

Ridgeway Soapworks

Molly @ridgewaysoapworks

"I thought I was not good enough and that nobody would buy from me. It stopped me starting my Etsy shop for a bit, but then I decided that I had nothing to lose and just went for it. My biggest fear was me."

Tasha and Ted

Emma @tashaandted

QUESTION OF THE MONTH

"I have finally taken myself seriously as a business owner! I have also been holding myself accountable."

Holistic Energy Healing

Melissa

@holistic_chakra