We are excited to introduce you to Ellen Demotses of Soul Holistic Health, our 3Q 2023 Maker Scholarship Recipient! Ellen offers small batch, hand crafted, artisan tea blends made with local organic, wild crafted ingredients. About Ellen In addition to her herbal business, Ellen runs a bookkeeping business. Unfortunately, many of her bookkeeping clients closed…
Your adventurous soul is probably bursting out of its seams, ready to jump into your list of trails and hikes to explore this summer. What did you miss the most? The cool spray of waterfalls kissing your cheeks? The dewy aroma of a tree-lined path? The hushed tones of nature quieting your mind? However the…
At the Indie Business Network, we help you design a business around the kind of life you want to live. It’s so freeing to be able to build a business that suits your life, complete with only those things that make your heart sing. Nothing more and nothing less. That’s why we’re so excited about…
Believe it or not, it has only been three years since Juneteenth became recognized as a federal holiday. But there’s hundreds of years of history behind this important day. It’s a second Independence Day, where we can all come together to collectively celebrate the achievement of freedom that was so long delayed for so many…
June ushers in a celebratory time of year—Pride Month! We love to see how handmade artisans tune into this special time of year through exclusive product launches and philanthropic efforts. Some are from LGBTQ+ businesses, others are donating a portion of sales to charities close to their heart. If you want to treat yourself or…
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Welcome to Episode 94 of the Indie Business Podcast! In this episode, you’ll meet Chelsea Selby Randazza of Witch Baby Soap in Cranford, New Jersey. It was nearly a decade ago when, in her kitchen, baby strapped to her chest, Chelsea first started making and selling soap and bath bombs and realized there was a…
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. Now that it’s in the rearview mirror, we can say hello to sunny summertime favorites! We’re eyeing beauty products as bright as the summer sun. Candles that radiate with pure joy. Oranges that gleam with summer bliss. Sun-kissed colors are a great way to boost your mood—so…
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…
Dad opens the wrapping paper, expecting another patterned tie. But not this year! This year, you’re tapping into a new slate of Father’s Day gifts handcrafted by artisan makers. Whether he’s an outdoorsman, a dapper dad, a music fan, or just loves to kick back and relax, here are top-rated gifts for dad that’ll make…
One of the greatest things about being in business today is that success is no longer defined mainly by the financial bottom line. While profitability continues to be important, other definitions of success have taken center stage as more founders reject the notion of growth for growth’s sake in favor of a lifelong experience of…
Barking dogs, wailing kids—that stack of unfolded laundry waiting in the corner. Working from home has a long list of perks—but it can be chocked full of distractions. But when you do finally get in the zone—you’re unstoppable. One overlooked work-from-home productivity hack? A perfectly scented candle or room spray. The right scent settles your…
The sun is breaking through the seams of spring, begging you to say goodbye to bulky rainboots and hello to sandals. Whether you’re a gladiator gal or love a pair of poolside slides, your toes and heels probably need a little TLC before seeing the sun. So we’ve rounded up the best in all-natural foot…
You know the old saying—April showers bring May flowers! May is officially here, introducing a fresh suite of floral-inspired spring skincare. Roses, lilies, strawberries, and lavender are here to revive your skincare routine with a new season of bright and bouncy goodies. Whether you’re seeking a dewy glow, a sparkling countenance, or a wake-up call…
There’s no debate that mom deserves a day of wild appreciation. But the only question on your mind: What unique gift will make Mother’s Day 2023 as unforgettable as everything mom has done for you? Whether you’re shopping for mamas, aunts, grandmas, or life-long besties, a thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gift tops anything from a big box…
When it comes to growing and nurturing an online business today, the hot button phrase that describes you as the CEO is “content creator.” That is — you must create and share information that attracts a specific type of person to the corner(s) of the internet where your content lives, and give them opportunities to…
Brighter evenings, dewy fresh blossoms hanging in the air—spring is the season of new beginnings! As nature transforms before our very eyes, it’s also an important time of year to look inward and think about Y-O-U. With a gorgeous new spring self-care routine, you can ready your mind for the bounty of a fresh season…
Finally, the transformative power of spring has lifted the veil of winter! Candy-colored flowers are abloom and bare branches give way to luxuriant greens. But Mother Nature doesn’t want to hog all the beauty—you can debut a lush and lively vibe indoors, too! Spring furnishings feature sunny color palettes, plant-inspired panache, and animal-inspired accents. These…
So you’ve said ‘yes’ and set the date—but now it’s time to dive feet first into wedding planning! Of course, you need to select a venue and hire a caterer (not to mention, find that perfect show-stopping outfit!) but don’t forget to put some thought into how you’ll thank guests and loved ones along the…
We are excited to introduce you to Ayanna Jackson and Kim Cross, our 2Q 2023 Maker Scholarship recipients. Ayanna is the founder of Arbria Creations in San Leandro, California. Kim is the founder of Zhi Bath & Body in Mint Hill, North Carolina. We are normally thrilled to welcome one new scholarship recipient, so you…
Toss those chunky knit sweaters back into the closet. Cross hot cocoa off the shopping list. It’s time to throw open the windows and relax into a new season of fresh and bouncy scents! Springtime means fruits and florals, mouthwatering and intoxicating scents that awaken our snow-sapped souls. With spring candles, you can turn your…
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As you know, IBN’s proprietary entrepreneurial framework, the Maker Method™, contains four sequential phases you must past through on the road to building a profitable business that makes you happy and successful and can generate income for life. Those phases are: Emerge > Engage > Evolve > Expand. Welcome to Episode 93 of the Indie…