My business partner, Dian Mong, and I have a tale that never fails to amuse friends and customers alike. Our partnership began with a leap of faith, and Dian immediately took charge of what we fondly refer to as “her lane.” One day, she sent me an address to scout a potential location, and upon […]
So, you want to build a business? That’s a great idea! First, I want to inspire you, encourage you and bring clarity to the process. GETTING STARTED First, let’s define who your market is. Your market is a critical piece of the business because you must know and appeal to your audience. What is the […]
There are many well-written articles covering the technical aspects of building a business, offering step-by-step instructions regarding incorporation, marketing, etc. This isn’t that kind of article. I’m here to share the secrets that keep my business viable in adverse conditions. 1. NEVER GIVE UP. I believed I’d done all the right things. I hired good […]
Here Walt Pannell, president, Gulf Coast Division at Cadence Bank, and Derrick Jackson, a certified financial coach, reflect on the origins and impact of the bank’s partnership with Operation HOPE. WHAT IS OPERATION HOPE? Operation HOPE is the largest, on-the-ground financial literacy organization in the U.S., with offices in over 250 cities serving over 900 […]
I’m in the starfish-tree business, which proves that with inspiration, faith, vision, passion and perseverance, anyone can build a business around just about anything. Before I ventured into my retail, wholesale and online business of today, starfish always found a place in my home and former retail store, Flair Gifts in Bay St. Louis, which […]
Zeal Boutique was founded on two friends’ core belief about fashion: Life is too short to wear boring clothes. Ashley Verrett and Krista Reed started the business as a hobby, opening their first location in 2010 in a small Katrina cottage in Pascagoula. They have since added stores in Ocean Springs and Mobile, allowing even […]
Now that we’ve entered 2024, do you have a solid plan to stay focused? Once you step into a new year, it feels filled with possibilities that leave you energized and excited. If you haven’t created a plan for what you wish to accomplish in your life and/or your business, that excitement can start to […]
