Growing and scaling a business is hard and we wanted to hear from business owners who have successfully scaled a business. Below, you’ll find our conversations on scaling with some very talented and insightful folks.

Malky Allouch

One day, I had enough of playing victim. I was a year postpartum and hadn’t worked in a hot second. I had experienced postpartum depression and it was really difficult to break out of. My husband was in school to become a doctor at the time. We needed the money and I knew I had to make a change. I was scared but I was determined. I literally started from ground zero at $0. I was already a great writer and had learned copywriting techniques in the past. Every day I left the house. I sent out cold pitches, honed my process, and crafted my offers. I preserved. I changed my mindset from freelancer to CEO. Some nights I worked until midnight, once my son was asleep. Read more>>

Carson Wagner

When I first started Lifetime of Love Nannies, my main focus was on providing inclusive care for all families, with a special emphasis on supporting children with special needs. I noticed a gap in the industry where families who needed specialized care often struggled to find qualified, reliable help. I knew I wanted to change that. My vision was to create a 24/7 one-stop shop that offered customizable childcare solutions, where families of all backgrounds and needs could feel seen, supported, and prioritized. Read more>>

Natahia Corsey

“Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.” -Oprah Winfrey Some people are born into very poisonous environments. In some conditions, you can find a ‘cure’ and escape to a better life. For some, the poison is too strong and it is almost impossible to leave. Growing up, I knew the environment I lived in was not my true identity. I had big goals and dreams that were laughable to my friends. I was constantly reminded that I was just like everyone else in the hood. But I never lost the fire I had in me to escape and grow into who I could only dream to be. Once I went to college, I finally felt a sense of accomplishment. I attended the University of Houston in the greater third ward area. I felt out of place at time because there was a dramatic shift in my environment; however, I knew my goals were finally within reach.  Read more>>

Stephanie Ferrato

Here’s the thing, when most people start in real estate, they think they’re going to become the next millionaire. It seems easy, right? You pass the test, get your license, and boom, you’re a realtor. I thought the same thing. But the reality? Being a successful realtor is so much more than just passing a test. It takes time, effort, and consistency. This is not an overnight success kind of business. Read more>>

Hannah Azim

My business was a very slow and steady growth until the beginning of 2024 when I began to “crack the code”. Since my online reselling business is done through Instagram, growth and relies on social media presence and the community that allows Styles of Shea to exist. I realized that the best way to reach new customers was to consistently post Instagram Reels and TikTok videos every single day. I post a TikTok video every single day- sometimes twice a day, and have been doing so for the past year. The “viral” ability and reach of TikTok allowed me to reach many people who love to thrift and shop secondhand like me! Those people followed me on TikTok, and in turn followed my Instagram business page to shop my story sales and live sales. This is how I went from 10k followers on IG to over 30k in just a few months. Read more>>