We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Markane a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Markane , thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Being a business owner can be really hard sometimes. It’s rewarding, but most business owners we’ve spoken sometimes think about what it would have been like to have had a regular job instead. Have you ever wondered that yourself? Maybe you can talk to us about a time when you felt this way?
Only time I have been reminded of having a job oppose to operating a business would have to be tax time!
The first time I realized I was doing well in business was my tax bracket changed. I was sitting there with my tax lady and was told how much I owed and wasn’t receiving funds back like when I had a W2. I said wow then I was reminded of the freedom I have as an owner. I then didn’t miss a job or W2 anymore that day!
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
Fight For Your Life FFYL Brand with gifted to me as I battled my way back from an ugly bout with depression. It was an answer to my heart and the words my soul whispered through my spirit. That whisper grew louder and louder til God told me not to abandon this journey and task for now this is needed. Whether war cry, prayer, or mantra Fight For Your Life is the brand that Speaks to the Within.
Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?
The most effective strategy for growing business and clientele has been word of mouth and speaking engagements on engagement and mental health as well as overall health. Also my family, friends, and I rep the brand hard and support!
We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?
A lesson I had to learn years ago is patience and the quicker something comes the quicker it leaves. Good business is up and downs failure and success but most of all longevity!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.fightstruggle.com
- Instagram: Struggle_fight
- Facebook: Markane Alan
Image Credits
Director Ripper Brown Tiffany Germany