A lot of people ask how to grow a business, you know, especially when you're starting from the ground up.
I know that story all too well, as almost everything I've learned in business, I've learned from me. Trial and error. Doing everything I could to make it work. And along the way, one thing I've learned is that the connections you make and relationships you build are some of the most valuable choices you can make.
Image courtesy of The Attic.
And whenever I possibly can, I love more than anything to build others up, to praise, recognize, and embrace all of you who are doing what you love and trying to make your way in the world too. Recently, I held a business card contest which was so much fun, and learned about many small businesses out there. After receiving all of the submissions, I visited the websites of the finalists and discovered Alisa and her vintage rental company, The Attic, which it turns out, serves my area! And because of what she does, I was able to open the doors of The Farm Chicks Show to her, in a unique sort of way.
A perfect connection.
You never know what's in store for you today, but be open to what's out there and the connections you can make. Because this is how you'll live happily ever after.
To learn more about Alisa's business, click here. To follow her business on facebook, click here.
P.S. All this talk of building each other up reminds me..... My Favorite Find will be here REALLY REALLY SOON! And it's all about Y-O-U . Because I love you, yes I do. Make sure to sign up today!
You said, "I love more than anything to build others up, to praise, recognize, and embrace all of you who are doing what you love and trying to make your way in the world too."
I think that's what sets you apart from some others in the business! I root for you to keep up the good work!
Posted by: Karen | February 28, 2012 at 06:11 PM
Love Alisa's style and what a clever business idea! Thanks for the intro…
You shine so brightly, dear Serena, sparkling with love and joy. You are a treasure!
Posted by: Stacy ~ Sweet Life Farm ~ Applegate, Oregon | February 28, 2012 at 11:58 AM
Thank you for the feature! Excited for the opportunity to work with all the Farm Chicks Vendors! Very grateful....Alisa
Posted by: the Attic | February 27, 2012 at 10:08 PM
Hi Serena,
Your posts always seem to be timely and relevent in my life...thank you for being You!
Amanda
Posted by: Amanda Coverstone | February 27, 2012 at 03:48 PM
What a fun business...you are so sweet to spotlight them.
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Posted by: teresa | February 27, 2012 at 01:42 PM
Alisa is one of my favorite people to work with! She is so inspiring and I'm thrilled to see her on your blog & teaming up with the Farm Chicks show! So exciting!!!
Posted by: Dana | February 27, 2012 at 01:39 PM
I am so happy for Alisa--thankful that you discovered here. I've been following her blog for a while now and she is really amazing and hardworking.
Everything just keeps getting more and more interesting around here...
continued success to you both!
Posted by: Whit | February 27, 2012 at 12:13 PM
Alisa is a great friend of mine and I'm so proud of her growing businesses! She is an amazing woman.
Mary Banducci
Posted by: Mary | February 27, 2012 at 10:52 AM
Alisa Lewis is so wonderful! I was able to meet her a couple years back when I had a booth up at the Funky Junk Show in Sandpoint and she is sooo sweet! I'm happy to see that you've featured her as she is talented and deserving. I think her business will go far!
I can't wait to see your new venture! I have so many favorite finds, it would be hard to pick just one.
Have a great week!
Kristen
Posted by: Kristen | February 27, 2012 at 10:23 AM