Business memo...

Here is an update for what is happening with the business right now!
I have got my lovely logo (obviously ;), but now I have to wait to get my stationary printed. Because I am self-funding the business, it is a struggle to ensure I have all the cash needed to get things done, such as marketing and self promotion. This is why I spend my time driving people insane with my facebook self-promo. I have a workshop booked with the local small business network next month, and am networking my little fingers off!! Some days it is really disheartening. Like everything, there is setbacks. But yesterday, i had an incedental meeting with some WONDERFUL and warm staff that made me feel really inspired and uplifted. They were sooo helpful and friendly and gave me a lot of encouragement. It goes to show, sometimes complete strangers are more supportive than those closest to you (honourable mention to the great staff at Gawler Colour World :)
It has been hard trying to get all of this off the ground. Shortly after I started the business, I was injured at my Nursing job. This set me back quite a bit, financially, physically and emotionally. Trying to juggle two jobs, motherhood, renovating, family commitments and trying to have a social life takes its toll. Some of my friends are quite frustrated with me for not spending enough time with them. But I have come to realise that this is what I need to do for myself and my family. When the dust settles, I can then go back to having a bit more social time, but for now, if I am not working, I am ttrying to find time for my family. That has to be my priority. For my own mental health, I have to get over the guilt and keep my goal in mind. I know that my true friends understand and are supportive :) Thats why I love them.

That all being said, I have met some wonderful people through this, and been very pleasantly surprised by the amount of support I have received. And sometimes, support comes from places that you least expect it!

The next step for the business is to get the printed stuff into action. I can then get my name out there and hopefully get some business!! I will keep you informed of what happens next.