There is often more than one right answer, and this seems to be particularly true for the question of whether folks should lean on family and friends for support with the brands. Your circumstances, relationships and other factors can determine what’s right for you – but we wanted to get a conversation going on the topic as it’s something that comes up often in our chats with entrepreneurs and creatives in the community.

Kenyan Richardson.

The biggest challenge I faced as a new agent was having a “lack of experience.” Buyers and sellers want to know that you know what you are doing. Conducting a real estate transaction takes skill and knowledge and people want to know that you have their best interest at heart. I had to gain peoples’ trust so they would invest their time into my platform. Read more>>

Michaela & Olivia Morin

We are two sisters who share a love for working with people! In both of our full time professions, we have been planning events for a combined 17 years. We thought it was time to share that with Connecticut! …. and so … The CT Picnic Co. was born during a pandemic! Read more>>

Hope Goins

I would like to do a feature on my debut children’s book, The Adventures of Chloe and Chris the Three Branches of Government. We could share that story and also in the story highlight my career on Capitol Hill. Read more>>

Scadarious Robinson

to me asking friends/family for support in your business is just a waste of time. if you really want support you can only get it from strangers, because strangers support more than family. Read more>>

Shauna Herbert

I have found that the most support you receive is from strangers who do not know you. Your friends and family expect you to be able to supply them with products at a heavily discounted rate but do not realize how much work and time you put into your creations. Read more>>

ALLISON JONES.

The success of my business has been built on my sphere of influence, which includes family, friends and business affiliates. I was a successful Real Estate Investor before I decided to get my license. My sphere of influence knew my success as an investor, when I decided to get my license, they were excited for me but also trusted me. Based upon their support and word of mouth, I’ve been able to grow my business. Read more>>