You can still make beautiful things in imperfect places. I come from a family of green thumbs. My parents keep a greenhouse, two porches, and a room full of indoor/outdoor plants; my Nana’s greenhouse, gardens, and orchards were constantly producing something edible and/or beautiful; and I have foggy toddler memories of wandering through my Great Mama’s flower gardens, which seemed to me like fantasy lands in bloom. Last fall, my Dad gave me an African violet plant he grew fr

Forming meaningful connections with other business owners can impact your own success in some huge ways! As a small business owner with a “can-do” personality, it’s often tempting to try to do everything yourself. From building a website to searching out new clients to keeping your books and beyond…after all, you decided to build this business yourself, so why shouldn’t you be the one keeping it running? However, there are some major benefits to connecting with other entrepre