Six months ago, I took the plunge into entrepreneurship. I left my job to pursue my dream of becoming an entrepreneur. Creating a small business that can make a difference and control my everyday hit that mark. Above all, I want to work with companies that need attention to their marketing and design, but didn’t have the resources or bandwidth to do it in-house.
And of course, there was a part of me that was tired of the “corporate America” I had been working in. I was done doing something to please your boss, even when you knew it wasn’t the right thing to do. I didn’t want that. I wanted to build a company with an environment that challenged the everyday. And did what was right, not what was most convenient, or most common, or easiest.
These six months have proven to be more challenging and rewarding than I ever imagined.
I originally didn’t think about the fact that I would have to write invoices, follow up on invoices, create and run payroll, pay taxes, and do all the other “fun stuff” that comes along with owning your own business. Quickly, I learned being an entrepreneur meant getting your hands dirty and learning new things every day about business. I learned I loved that challenge. Learning how things “behind the scenes” work and managing the everyday was fun! It certainly takes up more time than I thought it would originally, but it has taught me even more about business today.
The rewarding part of my job is when I have clients sending me other clients.
I love hearing from them how much they’ve enjoyed working with me. Each new phone call and email I receive from a new lead excites me. As I build my client base and portfolio further, I realize how lucky I am to have networked with such amazing people throughout the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area. I continue to work on improving the web presence of clients, designing new websites, branding new start-ups, and launching new ideas. And, I now look forward to the challenges and rewards ahead.
So, if you’re thinking about rebranding, or need some updates on your website, or maybe a new business card, let me know.
I want to help. I’d love to help.
And, if you’re one of my clients, thank you for taking the risk to trust your marketing in my hands. I look forward to continuing to work with you, and keeping your company and your brand at the top of the search engines. 🙂
Frequently Asked Questions
What inspired you to become an entrepreneur?
I became an entrepreneur because I wanted to build a business that made a real difference, particularly for companies that needed marketing and design help but didn’t have in-house resources. I also craved freedom from corporate limitations and wanted to create a company driven by integrity and meaningful work.
What challenges did you face in your first six months as an entrepreneur?
Like many entrepreneurs, I quickly realized I had to wear every hat, managing invoices, payroll, taxes, and more. It was overwhelming at first, but I embraced the learning curve and found satisfaction in understanding how every piece of the business works.
What do you enjoy most about being an entrepreneur?
The most rewarding part of being an entrepreneur is seeing my work make a real impact. When clients refer me to others or share how much they’ve enjoyed working with me, it validates everything I’ve worked toward.
How do you manage the balance between creative work and running a business as an entrepreneur?
It’s a juggle, but I find that staying organized and staying curious helps. As an entrepreneur, every task, whether creative or administrative, is an opportunity to grow and serve my clients better.
What types of clients do you work with as an entrepreneur?
I primarily work with small businesses in the New York and New Jersey area that are looking to improve their web presence, rebrand, launch new ideas, or create marketing materials that stand out.
