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…
Making your way through your gift list, you stumble across that one person. You know, the person that has everything, that’s hard to shop for—and you’re wracking your brain for the perfect present! When off-the-shelf options just won’t do, pick from one of these personalizable candles. You can choose the scent, select the label design,…
Believe it or not, the holiday season is here. Are you headed to a shindig with coworkers or hosting a fancy night-in with family or close friends? We’ve rounded up a stunning slate of handmade nail polishes, lipsticks, eyeshadows, and jewelry so you can strut into any holiday party in style! Maybe you’ve spent the…
I founded the Indie Business Network 20 years ago because I believe in the transformative power of entrepreneurship. I also believe that 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…
Your shopping list is probably jam-packed with spot-on ideas for close friends and relatives—but what do you get someone you don’t know that well? The holiday season is full of surprise gift exchange games like Secret Santa and White Elephant that leave most of us scratching our heads for the perfect present! Whether it’s a…
As the founder of the Indie Business Network, nothing brings me greater joy than presenting you with this curated selection of artisan made products from cross the nation. Our members are going all out to make sure you have wonderful local handmade goodness to share with your friends and loved ones this holiday season. Click…
Winter is a heartwarming time of year. We hunker down around the fireplace with loved ones to enjoy warm drinks while sharing traditions and trading stories. We work together to recreate recipes passed down from passed-on relatives whose jokes still make us laugh in stitches. We gather around a crowded dinner table to retell legends…
Thanksgiving is next week, marking the start of a scrumptious time of year. It’s time to gather ’round the holiday table and enjoy good company, tasty home-cooked meals, and most importantly, delicious desserts! These 10 Indies aren’t just makers of soaps and candles—they’re basically pastry chefs and ice cream aficionados. They’re inspired by your favorite…
Feeling a little groggy? Out of sorts? Daylight Saving Time can have that effect on us! But there is good news: turning the clocks back means we’re on the road to longer days. But how can you stay bright-eyed and bushy-tailed as you acclimate to the time adjustment? Experts say it can take up to…
Meteorologists are sprinkling the forecast with way more parkas than bikinis—winter is officially in our midst! In the face of subzero temps and icy blizzards, we tend to spend a little bit more time indoors. This guide has everything you need to stay warm and cozy all winter long, from the skincare that defends against…
It’s Halloween Week! You’ve put up the spooky decor, exercised your fount of creativity to assemble the perfect costume, and plucked the plumpest pumpkins from the patch. What’s left? Trick-or-treating, of course! Grab your basket, bag, or jack-o-lantern bucket—it’s time to load up on candy-inspired candles, soaps, and skincare to sweeten up your self-care routine!…
Did you know that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer over the course of their lifetime? The stat underscores the momentousness of the month of October, known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s an important time of year to lend support to our friends and family currently in the battle, while also brushing…
Woo hoo! Yippee! Hallelujah! We’re in a stunningly bright mood, and we want you to join us for this feel-good dance party! You might think October is for all things spooky and creepy-crawly, but it also brings a lesser-known occasion—Positive Attitude Month! Whether it’s you that needs the mood boost, a friend, or a family…