Jennifer Hardaway of KleanSpa to Speak at #IndieCruise 2013
Donna Maria announces Jennifer Hardaway as a speaker on #IndieCruise 2013.
Donna Maria is an entrepreneur mentor, the founder and CEO of the Indie Business Network, and the host of the Indie Business Podcast and the Indie Business Retreat. She has been recognized as one of the most trusted voices for Makers and Creative Entrepreneurs. Her coaching and consulting enterprise trains thousands of new and evolving entrepreneurs every day.
Top 10 Excuses For Not Attending #IndieCruise
Plans are underway for the next #IndieCruise. You can find out about our next destination and get registration details at this link.I’m stoked, and so are dozens of people who are joining me. But I’m still hearing some interesting reasons why people have decided they cannot join us. (See sad face on me.) I thought…
#HandmadeChat Q&A No. 31: Social Media and Publishing Tips For Your Small Business
On Thursday evenings from 8 to 9pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a Twitter talk show to help handmade entrepreneurs sell more products, have more fun, and be more successful personally and professionally. While the show is aimed mainly at business owners who make and sell handmade consumer products, the topics and discussions can empower and…
On My Small Biz Trends Blog: 10 Essentials For Handmade Business Success
Donna Maria shares the most recent article on her Small Biz Trends blog.
10 Of My Most Popular Small Business Articles of 2012
Donna Maria shares 10 of her most popular small business articles of 2012.
#HandmadeChat: January 2013 Lineup
Donna Maria announces the January 2013 #HandmadeChat lineup!
Happy New Year Everyone!
Happy New Year everyone! “This is my wish for you: peace of mind, prosperity through the year, happiness that multiplies, health for you and yours, fun around every corner, energy to chase your dreams, joy to fill your holidays!” – D.M. Dellinger ENTREPRENEURIAL COACHING AND MENTORING The best coaching and mentoring for handmade entrepreneurs is…
How To Participate In Indie Business Book Club
Donna Maria announces the new Indie Business Book Club format.
Spinach, Bacon and Swiss Cheese Quiche (Decadent)
Donna Maria shares a delicious recipe for decadent Spinach, Bacon and Swiss Cheese Quiche.
A New Design For Indie Social!
Donna Maria announces a new design for the Indie social networking site!
#HandmadeChat Q&A No. 30: Boost Your Health To Boost Your Business
On Thursday evenings from 8 to 9pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a Twitter talk show to help handmade entrepreneurs sell more products, have more fun, and be more successful both personally and professionally. While the show is aimed mainly at business owners who make and sell handmade consumer products, the topics and discussions can empower…
Welcome Katie, IBN’s New Events Coordinator!
I am pleased to introduce you to IBN’s New Events Coordinator, Katie McKiever (prounounced “McKeever”). Katie is a Charlotte transplant from Memphis, Tennessee, and is one of the warmest and most socially active people I know. No wonder she’s perfect to help us in the events planning and production area! Katie is a multi-talented, stand-out…
Honey Pots
Donna Maria shares the recipe for a Johnson family holiday favorite: Honey Pots.
Merry Christmas Everyone!
A Merry Christmas wish from Donna Maria and the Indie Beauty Network!
Life Is An Adventure
Donna Maria shares thoughts on the meaning of “adventure.”
Handmade Holiday Holiday Gift Guide: Ritual Waters, Herbal Body Blessings and Essential Body Pleasures
As we wind down the holiday shopping season, we are excited to feature three more Indies from our 2012 Handmade Holiday Gift Guide. Products from these ladies can keep you wrapped in handmade goodness all y ear long. Allow me to Ritual Waters, Herbal Body Blessings and Essential Body Pleasures.
Handmade Holiday Holiday Gift Guide: Joan Morais Naturals, Kayla Fioravanti
Have you been bitten by the DIY bug yet? If not, give it a few months and you will be. I was bitten over a decade ago when I learned how to make my own soap, and look what happened! Not only a passion for making soap and cosmetics for myself, but also, a whole…
Handmade Holiday Holiday Gift Guide: Senica Naturals and Waimea Body Essentials
Just a few more shopping days left! You can still get some goodies from the handmade entrepreneurs featured in IBN’s Handmade Holiday Gift Guide… Today, we’re spotlighting Senica Naturals in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Waimea Body Essentials in Kamuela, Hawaii.
Do you have questions about how to structure your business?
One of the hallmarks of a well organized business is a logical corporate structure. A solid corporate structure makes it easier for you to keep track of expenses, follow up on outstanding invoices and pay taxes in a timely fashion. Join me tonight as I interview Nellie Akalp, CEO of CorpNet.com, to learn the ins…
What Is The Best Day To Publish An Email Newsletter?
Donna Maria shares her ideas and experiences with newsletter publication days.
Handmade Holiday Gift Guide: Anna’s Potions and Lotions and Zhi Bath and Body
Today, everything is red and luscious and Christms-y! I just love the background designs that showcase our featured products. How is your shopping going? I hope you’re having fun discovering handmade products from across the nation. Today, we are celebrating Anna’s Potions and Lotions and Zhi Bath and Body.