Stories are one of the most powerful ways to learn because they allow us to understand at a deeper level. One of the most important things an business owner can do is help their clients win and so we wanted to create a space where the community can learn from each other’s experiences of how they’ve helped their clients succeed.

Ryland Rubens

Working with people as a surf instructor is a pleasure for me. One customer in particular had never surfed before, let alone seen a beach in their life, and was able to process the tips i was giving, and have a great time surfing. Seeing the smile on their faces makes it that much more enjoyable as an instructor. Read more>>

Amber Hurdle

McKenzie Stone & Tile is one of many client success stories, and is a perfect example of a business owner fully embracing the Velvet Machete® Brand Strategy to the benefit of the owner, the team, and customers. Narelle Hooker began as a podcast listener, and enrolled in my Velvet Machete Leadership Academy leadership certification program. Upon getting remarkably clear on her personal brand, she built on her self-awareness and renewed confidence to start aggressively tackling her employer brand. Read more>>

Adena Astrowsky

Customers with skin allergies or sensitivities are drawn to my products but are understandably hesitant to try something new. After all, they’ve experienced years of rashes, irritated skin, and blemishes and don’t want to waste their money and time on products that may not help. I am always careful not to promise anything other than handmade body and face skin products that are hand crafted with all natural ingredients and a reputation of helping other similarly-situated clients. Read more>>

Frances Rodriguez

Over the past three years I feel I’ve changed the way my customers think about a product. They think twice or read the ingredients before applying to their body. But one customer that stands out told me about her son, which is a teenager used my activated charcoal, we call Vikin. He had bad acne to start and was using different name brand companies to clear out his skin but was just getting worst. My soap helped clear out his face. It’s hard being a teenager in highschool. His self esteem was boosted, and hearing that really made me feel my products are really making a difference. Read more>>