The Indie Business Network was founded 20 years ago based on the transformative power of entrepreneurship. We believe it is time to replace traditional notions of entrepreneurship with the increasingly obvious reality that entrepreneurship is for everyone, and can be defined in different ways by different people with uniquely different lifestyle goals. You do not…
Our April 2022 Indie Business Book Club selection is Live Your Best Day Ever: Thirty-Five Strategies for Daily Success, by Anne-Marie Faiola. Everyone wants to live their best day ever every day, yet it often seems like a pipe dream. How can every day be a good day, not to mention the “best” day, when…
For the February 2022 edition of the Indie Business Book Club, we read Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us, by Seth Godin. The premise of the book is that every business owner can and should bring together like-minded people to create and lead a tribe, or a community, around their brand. If you’re not familiar…
Cold and dry winter air sure does a number on our skin. Not only that, but after a few years of constant hand sanitizing and frequent washing, your skin probably feels extra parched. If you’re feeling dry, flaky, tight, and downright uncomfy, we’ve got just what you need for soft, smooth, and moisture-kissed skin! Look…
It is critical that you operate your business according to a set of specific core values. Your brand’s core values form the foundation upon which you lead yourself, your team, and your business. Core values reflect why your business exists, what it stands for, and the principles you holds dear. This article shares IBN’s core…
The cold weather is rattling your bones and icy sleet batters the windowpane. Just when you’ve had it up to here with winter, that pesky groundhog promises six more weeks! So you scroll through your Instagram feed, swooning over breathtaking sun-soaked beaches glittering with teal tides and sugar-white sands. You can nearly feel the warm…
For the January 2022 edition of the Indie Business Book Club, we read Company of One: Why Staying Small is the Next Big Thing in Business, by Paul Jarvis. The book stands the notion of traditional entrepreneurship on its head. It’s exactly appropriate for our Indie Business Network members, who hack new definitions of entrepreneurship and…
One of the many, many things we love about our Indie members is our family-owned businesses. Whether you work alongside your husband or your wife, sister or brother, your kids or your cousins—we are in constant awe of our powerhouse Indie fams. This month, we want to share some of our black-owned family businesses with…
I am pleased to announce the March 2022 Indie Business Book Club pick: Get Different: Marketing That Can’t Be Ignored! by Mike Michalowicz. Do you sometimes feel like people don’t appreciate how unique and fabulous your products are? Does it seem like your brand is drowning is a sea of similarity, with no hope of…
Talking, eating, and kissing—we really put our lips through the wringer! And when the winter months bring added wear and tear, we need to give our lips a little extra lovin’ to defend against the elements. Because a dry, peeling, or cracked pout is no fun for anyone. These 9 Indies are lip lifesavers. They’ve…
At Indie Business Network, we LOVE to celebrate small business owners! We are always on the lookout for exciting ways to showcase the artisans that make up our thriving membership base. February is a special time of year to shine the spotlight exclusively on black-owned businesses from all corners of the United States! So let’s…
Valentine’s Day is only a few weeks away! If your list of ideas is full of the same humdrum gifts like last-minute flowers, drugstore cards, and that same heart-shaped chocolate box—we’ve got a treat for you! Whether you’re shopping for a girlfriend or boyfriend, husband or wife, secret crush or bestie, this year, it’s time…
What resolution is topping our list this year? Read more! Reading is such a great way to strengthen your entrepreneurial muscle. It’s almost a guarantee that you’ll walk away filled-to-the-brim with fresh ideas to invigorate your business. But, it’s also a wellness secret weapon: reading can improve concentration, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness! Did you know…
The holidays are over, but that doesn’t mean winter is going away anytime soon. The frigid and blustery nights call on a fresh set of candles, so we’ve put together a list of the ten scents keeping us warm until spring. Light one of these favorites to instantly transform your space into a warm and…
The February 2022 Indie Business Book Club pick is: Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin. The reason I selected this book is because I am more persuaded today than ever before that your business success depends largely on your willingness to create, nurture, and lead community around your brand. Your products…
Are you one of the 188.9 million Americans busily crafting your list of New Year’s Resolutions? Maybe it looks something like this: ⬜ Exercise more! ⬜ Start a business! (If this one is you, you should head here immediately!) ⬜ Find “the one”! Maintaining your goals for the new year requires focus and determination—and a…
As this wonderful year comes to a close, it’s fun to look back at some of our 2021 adventures in service. The Indie Business Network has been here for nearly 22 years, serving, supporting, uplifting, and mentoring American Makers. We’re thrilled to share what a wonderfully fulfilling year it has been. This post includes some…
Let Your Customers, Clients, Members, and Colleagues Know That Your Indie Business Network Entrepreneurship Membership is Current! The new 2022 Indie Business Network Entrepreneur Member badges are here! Our new Entrepreneur Member badges display our logo, with which we are so pleased. The new 2022 Entrepreneur Member badge is displayed below. Log in to our…
The January 2022 Indie Business Book Club pick: Company of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business by Paul Jarvis. Almost all Indie Business Network member businesses start out as companies of one. While all of them hire some kind of help as they evolve, the vast majority get a great…
Introducing Catherine Robinson of Wildwood Aromas in Springfield, Missouri. Catherine is our 1Q 2022 scholarship recipient. The Indie Business Network offers a valuable and transformative entrepreneurial experience, and we recognize that not everyone has the resources to access our suite of entrepreneurial mentoring, coaching, and training services, especially when they are first starting out. To help…
Ho-ho-ho—it’s the time we wait all year for! This week, we welcome the big man in the red suit! He, the Mrs., and their squadron of elves are almost done in the toy shop, perfecting every detail of all the must-have items on our list. They all took a morning break to send us an…