According to a 2020 report from the American Psychiatric Association*, 46.6 million Americans (nearly 1 in 5 adults!) live with a mental health condition, depression in particular, and suicide rates are rising. Welcome to Episode 92 of the Indie Business Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on one woman's mental health challenges, and how the… The post Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Through Entrepreneurship with Lauren Vanscoy of Essence One – Indie Business Podcast Episode 92 appeared first on Indie Business™.

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Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Through Entrepreneurship with Lauren Vanscoy of Essence One – Indie Business Podcast Episode 92

Welcome to Episode 91 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Tiana Coats of Winding Wick Candles, in Garland, Texas. Once upon a time, Tiana considered her position as a pharmacy technician to be her dream job. She eventually grew weary of doing the same thing every day, and began daydreaming… The post Grow Your Business by Solving People’s Problems with Tiana Coats of Winding Wick Candles – Indie Business Podcast Episode 91 appeared first on Indie Business™.

Grow Your Business by Solving People’s Problems with Tiana Coats of Winding Wick Candles – Indie Business Podcast Episode 91

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Jennifer Watt of Jenny the Hemp Goddess, in Armada, Michigan. Jenny's story perfectly illustrates the fact that a supportive spouse or partner is key to business success. Several years ago, Jenny and her family moved to a 10-acre farm and… The post A Supportive Spouse or Partner is Key to Business Success with Jennifer Watt of Jenny the Hemp Goddess – Indie Business Podcast Episode 90 appeared first on Indie Business™.

A Supportive Spouse or Partner is Key to Business Success with Jennifer Watt of Jenny the Hemp Goddess – Indie Business Podcast Episode 90

Welcome to Episode 89 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Lakisha McMillian of Simply Unique, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Not only is Lakisha leading her business, but she also works full-time and is earning her master's degree. You'll enjoy learning about how Lakisha organizes her time for maximum efficiency using… The post Lakisha McMillian of Simply Unique [Indie Stories: Episode 89: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Lakisha McMillian of Simply Unique [Indie Stories: Episode 89: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 88 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Brittany Hogan of Nefertem Holistic Skincare, in Park Forest, Illinois. For Nefertem co-founders Brittany and her husband, business is about so much more than money. The brand name itself borrows from Nefertem, the god of beautification in the ancient culture… The post Brittany Hogan of Nefertem Holistic Skincare [Indie Stories: Episode 88: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Brittany Hogan of Nefertem Holistic Skincare [Indie Stories: Episode 88: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 87 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Rhonda Walters of RareGlo, in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Rhonda has been in the beauty business for over 40 years. She is a cosmetologist, a hair stylist, a salon owner, and a cosmetics formulator. And a mom and a long distance runner.… The post Rhonda Walters of RareGlo [Indie Stories: Episode 87: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Rhonda Walters of RareGlo [Indie Stories: Episode 87: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 86 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Christie Krasteva of CEVARI, in Charlotte, North Carolina. A self-described “nature girl,” Christie grew up surrounded by all types of entrepreneurs including farmers, auto body shop owners, construction engineers, charter boat owners, horticulturists and more. Having been exposed to entrepreneurship… The post Christie Krasteva of CEVARI [Indie Stories: Episode 86: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Christie Krasteva of CEVARI [Indie Stories: Episode 86: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 85 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Christine Mineart of Sent Nudes, in Oakland, California. Shortly before the pandemic lockdowns, Christine and her friends decided to create a day centered around making their own perfumes and then visiting a local perfume museum. They ordered all of the… The post Christine Mineart of Sent Nudes [Indie Stories: Episode 85: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Christine Mineart of Sent Nudes [Indie Stories: Episode 85: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 84 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Patty Liu of Free Flow Botanicals, in Santa Cruz, California. As an educated herbalist and product formulator, Patty believes in offering a product line that helps people tend to their bodies from the inside out. In addition to a line… The post Patty Liu of Free Flow Botanicals [Indie Stories: Episode 84: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Patty Liu of Free Flow Botanicals [Indie Stories: Episode 84: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 83 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Sara Jennetten of Blank Mason, in Park Ridge, Illinois. With a newly proposed lease in her hand, Sara literally started her business the month the pandemic hit. She made an impressively quick pivot to the Internet and has not looked… The post Sara Jennetten of Blank Mason [Indie Stories: Episode 83: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Sara Jennetten of Blank Mason [Indie Stories: Episode 83: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 82 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Nadja Renise of FEMMENOIRE, in Alpharetta, Georgia. Nadja's personal business story begins with the low self esteem she once felt, especially where her hair was concerned. Not only did a stylist leave her with a style that can only be… The post Nadja Renise of FEMMENOIRE [Indie Stories: Episode 82: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Nadja Renise of FEMMENOIRE [Indie Stories: Episode 82: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 81 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Ayanna Jackson of Arbria Creations, in San Leandro, California. While Ayanna has a full-time job, which she enjoys, she has always had the itch to have a business of her own. As she encouraged her daughters to pursue their dreams,… The post Ayanna Jackson of Arbria Creations [Indie Stories: Episode 81: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Ayanna Jackson of Arbria Creations [Indie Stories: Episode 81: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 80 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Mindy Cheng of Fyve Beauty, in Cupertino, California. In numerology, the number “five” represents humanity, and Mindy's Fyve beauty brand uses five ingredients in every product, “for all of humanity.” Mindy started her business in 2011 after creating a simple… The post Mindy Cheng of Fyve, Inc. [Indie Stories: Episode 80: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Mindy Cheng of Fyve, Inc. [Indie Stories: Episode 80: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 79 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Patricia Nizalowski of Green Valley Herbal, in Grand Junction, Colorado. Patricia is a massage therapist and health and wellness coach who purchased her business based more on her enthusiasm for the brand and less on on traditional business and financial… The post Patricia Nizalowski of Green Valley Herbal [Indie Stories: Episode 79: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Patricia Nizalowski of Green Valley Herbal [Indie Stories: Episode 79: Podcast]

Welcome to Episode 78 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Isabel Alvarez of Albisa Candles, in Los Angeles, California. Isabel makes candles that are reminiscent of her Cuban heritage. After the pandemic, Isabel hopes to hire outside help, but for now, it's truly a family business at Albisa, with Isabel… The post Isabel Alvarez of Albisa Candles [Indie Stories: Episode 78: Podcast] appeared first on Indie Business™.

Isabel Alvarez of Albisa Candles [Indie Stories: Episode 78: Podcast]

Sharing the inspirational success stories of American Makers and Handmade Entrepreneurs.