The Day We Put Down a Deposit on the Perfect Retail Space Without Actually Having Any Money
The flood gates have opened before us; it’s time to jump in and hold on for dear life.
Katrin Franklin
Katrin enjoys learning, writing, and eating. An entrepreneur at heart, she owns a small boutique maternity and children’s shop in historic downtown Pinehurst, NC. Passionate about creating a life of liberation and healing, she works with energy, whole foods, oils, and intent to heal the body and mind. Joyful laughter and sincerity are her weapons.
How to Get Money in the Bank When Product Shipment Is on the Way, But You Still Have No Retail Space
Never miss an opportunity to make money! There is always a demand for gorgeous goods and moving cash into the bank is a nice (and validating) change.
How to Get a Small Business Loan: Work on Your Credit Score and Manage Your Debt
Our commercial loan officer understands exactly who we are and the importance of what we’re doing: filling a really empty niche—maternity—in our community.
Starting a Business in 7 Simple Steps
All these small details create distinct separation between you and the business. The IRS loves that.
The Business Plan: It’s a Living, Breathing Entity
Your business plan becomes your world. You’ll tweak it constantly as you fill in the blanks. And we truly did just that: fill in the blanks.
Essential Small Business Resources for Starting Our Baby and Maternity Business
Through my community college’s Small Business Center, we learned the basics like writing a business plan.