Thanks To My Readers And Sponsors
Donna Maria thanks readers and sponsors!
Indie Business Podcast: 8/23: Dan Marshall On How Small Businesses Can Positively Influence Public Policy
Donna Maria announces 8/23 podcast with Dan Marshall to discuss how small businesses can positively impact public policy.
Featured Indie: Katherine Corkill of Sterling Minerals [Video]
Donna Maria introduces IBN member Katherine Corkill of Sterling Minerals Cosmetics in Nampa, Idaho!
Fancy Thanks, To My Readers And Sponsors!
Donna Maria thanks the companies and business leaders who sponsor her mission to inspire and encourage women and families to maximize their potential through small business ownership.
Going Out of Business Success Story: Aromaleigh and Mineral Basics
Donna Maria bids a fond farewell to Chandi Plank and Kristen Leigh Bell, owners of two amazing Indie-owned cosmetics companies.
Indie Product Showcase [Video]
Donna Maria showcases products made in the USA by members of the Indie Beauty Network: MJ’s Herbals (New York), Grapeseed Company (California), The Bead Dreamer (Virginia), Aromaleigh (South Carolina), Hill Country Haiku (Texas).
How To Get More Rest
Donna Maria shares tips for getting more rest, based on research conducted by Matthew Edlund, MD, the Rest Doctor.
Featured Indie: Tammy Brodbeck of Milk and Cookeez [Video]
Donna Maria introduces IBN member Tammy Brodbeck of Milk and Cookeez in Hudson, Ohio!
Thanks To The Indie Sponsors And Readers!
Donna Maria thanks the companies and business leaders who sponsor her mission to inspire and encourage women and families to maximize their potential through small business ownership.
Sound Advice For Combat, Life and Business, Courtesy Of The US Military
Donna Maria shares advice she heard from a military man seeing his sons off to recruit training.
Small Business Success Notes To A Young Lady
Donna Maria shares details from her impromptu in-flight mentoring session of an aspiring woman entrepreneur.
How To Pace Yourself For Small Business Success
I have observed several parallels between running a business and running for fitness. When I run in the morning, I enjoy seeing different types of people at the track. Obviously experienced runners breeze around, passing me two and three times before they’re done. Other runners (especially newer ones like me) are slower and more measured…
My Last Day Posting At This Blog About The Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010
Except for periodic posts that fit well at both blogs, today will be the last day I will publish a post at this blog that deals directly with H.R. 5786: the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010 (SCA). The post that follows this one today summarizes the reasons for the Indie Beauty Network’s opposition to the…
Thank You To My Readers And Sponsors
Donna Maria acknowledged Indie Business Blog readers and sponsors.
Thank You To My Wonderful Readers And Sponsors!
Donna Maria thanks her readers and sponsors for the amazing journey they are taking together!
Building A Business With Talent, Guts and Common Sense
Donna Maria shares the story of how one determined mother provided for her children one day, and ended up starting a business.
Video Interview: Some Of My Best Small Business Tips
Recently, Dr. Greg Henley, director of the Herman J. Russell Center For Entrepreneurship at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Ga, interviewed me for his “NexXt Entrepreneur Day In A Life Video Series,” sharing the stories of entrepreneurs in all 50 states. I’m excited to share his video interview of me. It’s 28 minutes long, and…
How To Nurture Life's Most Important Relationships
Donna Maria shares personal thoughts and commentary on how to nurture and preserve life’s most important relationships.
4 Simple Strategies That Will Make Your Cash Register Ring More
Donna Maria shares simple strategies and action steps to maximize efficiencies and increase sales.
How To Help Your Spouse Through A Layoff
Donna Maria shares how women can support their husband’s through loss of employment.
Indie Craft Beers Portend A Bright Future For Small Business Nationwide
Donna Maria shares a CBS news video showing the growth of Indie-crafted beers, portending a bright future for small and family businesses nationwide.