According to the Organic Trade Association, in 2009, US sales of organic products grew grew by to $26.6 billion. Of that figure, $24.8 billion represented organic food. The remaining $1.8 billion were sales of organic non-foods, including cosmetics. As the founder and CEO of the Indie Beauty Network, a trade organization serving small scale cosmetics…
Each day, small business owners fail to maximize the most valuable asset they have: themselves. They invest hours creating marketing copy that touts the benefits of their products. They spend a small fortune on a website. They plunk down thousands on ingredients, supplies, labels and everything else. While those things are important, none of them…
Some things make a blog great while other things make a blog stink. Luckily, the things that make a blog stink are not only easy to recognize, but also easy to fix. While I wouldn’t go so far as to say my blog is great, I am pretty sure it doesn’t stink. But it used…
Donna Maria shares examples of businesses that can thrive, even if they don’t have a Web presence.
I hope this Memorial Day post finds you enjoying time off with family and friends, and remembering the people who sacrificed their lives over the centuries for our freedom. As the leader of a trade organization that celebrates the strength and tenacity of small business owners, I can think of no better way to celebrate…
Success means we go to sleep knowing that our talents and abilities were used in a way that served others.
Donna Maria shares: Top 10 Small Business Success Tips Of The Week
Donna Maria provides step-by-step instructions for adding a Reviews Tab to your FaceBook Page.
You can buy the stuff you want and need anywhere. But instead of buying just stuff, why not buy an experience? And why not buy it from companies run by people like you — people who not only support the Indie community in general, but also go out of their way to support your efforts…
You may know that one of the things I enjoy most is sharing information to help you maximize your Indie and business success. I think I do that by publishing this blog, a newsletter, and by hosting the Indie social networking site. But just because I think I am helpful doesn’t mean that I am,…
Donna Maria offers commentary on the meaning of “free” when it comes to social networking sites and media hosting.
Donna Maria uses this Running Journal to share how physical exertion enhances her life and her business, one day at a time.
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The Vault is an archive of my first podcasts so there is a record for you to enjoy. Welcome to the Vault Episode 194! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shama Hyder, the President of The Marketing Zen Group, a globally recognized full-service web marketing agency. Her remarkable achievements have earned…
Donna Maria announces the cover photograph competition for the re-launch issue of Indie Business Magazine.
Donna Maria shares here recipe for Collard Greens Marinated in Olive Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar and Sun-Dried Tomatoes.
Donna Maria thanks readers and sponsors of her efforts to serve and advocate on behalf of small and independent business owners.
This week’s Indie Business Shout Out to goes to Charlene Sevier, The Bead Dreamer! Last week while opening the mail, I noticed a box. I wasn’t expecting anything, so I saved it for last because I like surprises. Boy, was I surprised! Tucked inside was a handmade ear ring and jewelry set customized for me…
Donna Maria announces the impending re-launch of the Indie Business Magazine.
Donna Maria will be a live guest on the “Business Is Crazy” Show on 20 May 2010 at 3:30pm Central Time!
Donna Maria uses this Running Journal to share how physical exertion enhances her life and her business, one day at a time.
Donna Maria shares how to use the Gratitude Journal iPhone app.