Our Storytime series is based on the premise that stories are one of the most powerful ways to learn and so this series explores topics we think matter greatly to the success of small business owners and artists and creatives. One of those topics is showing customers that you appreciate them because there is a vast body of research as well as countless anecdotes of how showing customers you appreciate them directly impacts the degree to which your business will succeed and grow. Below, you’ll find stories of how some very talented entrepreneurs have made their clients feel appreciated.

Jess Farinha

One of the most heartfelt gestures that we have made at London House Cleaner to show appreciation to our clients happened around the holiday season. Read more>>

Jill Liebhaber

One of my love languages is gift giving so I really enjoy thinking of a meaningful gift for each client that I am privileged to work with to show my appreciation of them choosing me as their family photographer. Read more>>

Whitney + Jared Noble

We want our clients to feel seen and heard, and of course appreciated. If it weren’t for them, we wouldn’t have a business at all! Read more>>

Shannon Brodlieb

I am amazed and inspired daily by my devoted Pilates clients! It’s not always easy to get to the studio, because life happens and there are a million excuses to not come in, but having them be devoted to their health and happiness inspires my daily life. Read more>>

Tracie Perkins

I love weddings, the joy is completely infectious. For the last 20 years I have had the pleasure of working with amazing couples , parents to be , and more. Read more>>

Clairessa Cruz

When I first started my tutoring company, Cruzversity Tutoring LLC., I did it because I wanted to help the Hispanic and Black population and I wanted it to be a service that parent’s did not have to stress over. Read more>>

Rachel Westley

As a wedding and portrait photographer, I am committed to providing my clients with images that they will cherish for years to come, rather than just a quick social media post. Read more>>