What’s your view on asking friends and family to support your brand? We asked members of the community to open up and share their views on this controversial topic. Check out some highlights below.

Kim Mogul

It’s truly as simple as hitting share on your social media account, passing out my business cards. My mother is my #1 fan always bragging and calling me out in public- at times she’s better at networking than me. Read more>>

Brenica De La Torre

When I started my photography business in 2020, the world was in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. I had just made the difficult decision to step away from my career in teaching to prioritize time with my family, and launching a new business during such an uncertain time felt like a major leap of faith. Read more>>

Theresa Silva

Building my business began with a strong foundation of support from friends and family. Once my LLC was established and my online presence active, I let everyone in my network know about my new venture, encouraging them to follow, like, and share. My aim is to subtly plant a seed, ensuring that when the right moment arrives—either for them or someone they know—my business comes to mind. Read more>>