Afrequent topic of discussion among my IBN members and clients revolves around the issue of, “Not having enough time to do it all.” Everyone deals with this issue at different points in their lives, most of all when they find themselves at the helm of a business of their own. But even when desperate for…
Today, I’m excited to share that I have been invited to speak at the Tennessee Soap and Candle Social on May 4th, 2013, at the Scarritt-Bennett Center in the beautiful city of Nashville. Hosted by Rachel Turner of Music City Suds, the Tennessee Soap and Candle Social is an annual gathering of soapmakers and candlemakers…
Today’s the day! Melissa Rivera, our Local Director in New York City, is hosting #IndieMeetUp today at noon at Vapiano’s New York City. If you’re looking for a fun way to connect and MasterMind your business this afternoon, head on over to Vapiano’s at 113 University Place in NYC. This month’s #IndieMeetup Theme is Get…
Today’s the day! Yesterday in this post, I introduced you to IBN new Local Director in Long Island, New York. Well, she got busy fast, and is hosting #IndieMeetUp today at noon. If you’re looking for a fun way to connect and MasterMind your business this afternoon, head on over to the Panera Bread at…
On Thursdays at 8pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a weekly Twitter talk show to coach, inform and inspire #handmade and creative entrepreneurs. If you’ve never attended, now is the time. #HandmadeChat is a fun, inspirational and supportive event where you’ll learn so much about making your business more successful. As you’ll see below, you can…
I am thrilled to introduce you to Christine Laureano, IBN’s new Local Director in Long Island! Christine is the founder and Chief Formulator at Ba6 Botanicals. Christine has been connected to the Indie community for years, going back nearly a decade when she led a company called Good Ground Botanicals. I am so pleased to…
Today, I’m honored to announce that I’ve joined the team at Global Shea Alliance as 2013 Global Shea Conference Social Media Liaison. You can read the Global Shea Alliance announcement here. For those who don’t know, I have traveled to Africa previously, in particular living for a time in Johannesburg, South Africa, where I taught…
Of course you must leverage all of the typical free and low cost promotional tools at your disposal. But if you really want to step up your marketing and create something special that stands out in the crowd, you have do to things that other people aren’t doing. One of your options is to host…
This quote, attributed to Dorothea Brande, has always fascinated me. Unseen forces are always at work, no matter what you do. Whether you act boldly or as a coward would, unseen forces will indeed come to your aid. The question is — what will they help you do? Will they help you be bold? Will…
On Thursdays at 8pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a weekly Twitter talk show to coach, inform and inspire #handmade and creative entrepreneurs. If you’ve never attended, now is the time. #HandmadeChat is a fun, inspirational and supportive event where you’ll learn so much about making your business more successful. As you’ll see below, you can…
Through an exclusive and limited time engagement, the Indie Beauty Business Regulatory Boot Camp is available via audio recording, interactive slides and handouts! You may recall that I hosted this event just a few days ago, and it was a smashing hit. It was delivered live here in IBN’s back yard, and simulcast to dozens…
Donna Maria announces IBN’s Pinterest Success Call with social media strategist Stephanie Nelson.
On Thursday evenings from 8 to 9pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a Twitter talk show to help handmade entrepreneurs sell more products, have more fun, and be more successful personally and professionally. While the show is aimed mainly at business owners who make and sell handmade consumer products, the topics and discussions can empower and…
Donna Maria shares the most recent article on her Small Biz Trends blog.
Donna Maria shares 10 of her most popular small business articles of 2012.
Donna Maria announces the January 2013 #HandmadeChat lineup!
Happy New Year everyone! “This is my wish for you: peace of mind, prosperity through the year, happiness that multiplies, health for you and yours, fun around every corner, energy to chase your dreams, joy to fill your holidays!” – D.M. Dellinger ENTREPRENEURIAL COACHING AND MENTORING The best coaching and mentoring for handmade entrepreneurs is…
Donna Maria shares a delicious recipe for decadent Spinach, Bacon and Swiss Cheese Quiche.
Donna Maria announces a new design for the Indie social networking site!
On Thursday evenings from 8 to 9pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a Twitter talk show to help handmade entrepreneurs sell more products, have more fun, and be more successful both personally and professionally. While the show is aimed mainly at business owners who make and sell handmade consumer products, the topics and discussions can empower…
I am pleased to introduce you to IBN’s New Events Coordinator, Katie McKiever (prounounced “McKeever”). Katie is a Charlotte transplant from Memphis, Tennessee, and is one of the warmest and most socially active people I know. No wonder she’s perfect to help us in the events planning and production area! Katie is a multi-talented, stand-out…