I spent the part of my day enjoying small town magic near Charlotte, NC, where I live. My first stop was the Matthews Farmers Market. Today was opening day, and the energy and excitement was all around. Fresh herbs and vegetables, organic meats, savory muffins and sweets, handmade pottery, and even freshly made omelettes were…
DetailsIn this video and summary, Donna Maria summarizes her interview with Laura McClain, marathon runner, editor of Run Momma Run News Blog and creator of the Runner Momma Medal Rack.
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DetailsDonna Maria shares tips on managing the chaos of simultaneously working from home and parenting, especially when things don’t go as planned. (What the background in this video for a good laugh.)
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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 188 featuring my interview with Laura McClain. Laura, a dedicated marathon runner and the insightful editor behind Run Mama Run news blog, brings a unique perspective on how running can forge robust family…
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Donna Maria previews mom and marathon runner Laura McClain as an upcoming guest on the Indie Business Radio Show.
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Donna Maria shares a clean, healthful recipe for Roasted Vegetables With Thyme, Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar.
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In When All Else Fails, Fail, I shared my thoughts on the importance of deliberately making things happen, even if you know they may not work out like you planned. I recommend this approach based on my belief that failure is not failure, unless you make it so. When you fail, you may not accomplish…
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Donna Maria shares simple tips for organizing the categories at your blog.
DetailsThe Indie Business TV set is coming along. It’s not much to look at right now, but I just couldn’t wait to show you these cheerful yellow walls! Who wouldn’t want to be in here as much as possible? I plan to spruce things up so it’s a fun place for us to connect. Our…
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Donna Maria shares how using Disqus and other blog content management systems create influence and help you expand your brand.
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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 187 featuring my interview with Melinda Emerson. She is the author of the book, “Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months”. CEO of MFE Consulting LLC, author, speaker, and small business coach, Melinda…
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Before I get to the fun things coming up this week, I want to share how fantastic I feel after nearly a month of concerted effort to up my fitness game. I have surpassed my goal of 10,000 steps a day. I even took over 18,000 steps on Friday! I am enjoying running, just as…
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Like many small business owners, wife and mother Jen Denslow didn’t know what to expect in 2000 when she launched Blooming Lotus, a natural cosmetics company in Kansas City. But she did know she had a passion for creating organic skin care designed with the health of humans, animals, and the planet in mind, and…
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