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Emotions have been all over the place for the last Emotions have been all over the place for the last few days. It's overwhelming to think about all that we have been through this past year, these past four years, and before that. It's a relief to know that a fascist isn't in the white house anymore. However, it's tiring to think about the long road that lies ahead. There is still so much to be done to make this country a fair and equal place to call home. It's important to take moments to celebrate and moments to relax and reflect while we are on this long journey together. How did you relax this weekend?
Just a reminder that Black is Beautiful yesterday, Just a reminder that Black is Beautiful yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Black is Beautiful in every shade and in every country. Black Lives Matter and they always will. If you aren't an anti-racist who constantly lifts up Black people, then this is probably not the space for you.
I was in first grade when I realized that no one w I was in first grade when I realized that no one who looked like me had ever held the office of President or Vice President. My heart is filled with joy for the young people who will never know that feeling.
🙌🏽 🙌🏽
Please remember to stay safe this week! There are Please remember to stay safe this week! There are a lot of things happening in DC and all over the USA. Stay vigilant, stay away from people whenever possible, and stay home if and when you can! Also, remember that is it perfectly acceptable to celebrate tomorrow. These past four years have felt like a lifetime. We still have so many steps to take to make this nation a truly accepting, fair, and free place but let's hold on to the little happy moments along the way until we get there.
As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we s As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we should call ourselves?!) I haven't ever really experienced a winter season. I've enjoyed winter many times while in many different cities including, Edinburgh, London, NYC, and Boston. But I've never lived in winter day in and day out. After a week it was always time to fly home to my palm trees and theme parks. This winter is the first time that I am experiencing cold temperatures daily and often experiencing grey skies. It's only been about two weeks and I have to admit that it is a huge adjustment. But I am doing my best to embrace the season and stay as cozy as possible. I am used to being outside as often as possible in winter while hibernating with the A/C running all summer. So I guess now I will be reversing those habits and bundling up until spring gets here.
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Uncategorized · February 18, 2015

Women In Business: Nicole from Sparkly Ever After

Too often in our society, people picture men in their heads when they hear words like, “boss”, “entrepreneur”, or “CEO”. Being a small business owner has put me in touch with so many successful female business owners and entrepreneurs that when I hear these words, I often picture a woman or I just don’t assume anything at all. Women are obviously just as capable as men when it comes to the business world and it is high time that women business owners and entrepreneurs are more visible in the media in our society. This is where the idea for Women in Business was born. Women in Business is a monthly feature that highlights female entrepreneurs and business owners. Not only is it a fantastic opportunity to learn more about small businesses in various fields, but it is a great shopping guide for supporting small businesses.

 

An Interview with Nicole from Sparkly Ever After

Tell us a little bit about what you do and how long have you been doing it?

I write about Disney, Orlando and girly things at SparklyEverAfter.com and make YouTube videos on the same subjects. I also teach social media marketing classes online and do some consulting. I have an Etsy shop too. In the past I had an online iPhone photo apps class and I’ll have a new one out some time in 2015. Basically I like to put pretty, fun and informative things on the internet. I went full time digital entrepreneur in 2013 and haven’t looked back since!

Nicole89

 

What are some of the pros and cons you experience from working at home?

Some of the pros are flexibility, freedom, no commute, workin’ in my jammies. I feel like that’s a common conception about bloggers. Hey, sometimes it’s true. I feel free and independent working from home (or remotely) and my creativity is unleashed.

Some cons are getting distract–ooh, sparkles. Getting distracted is a big con for me. But I was just gifted an amazing planner that helps. It’s the Day Designer by Whitney English and it’s made for entrepreneurs. I’m loving it. Another con is talking to my dog and cat too much. They’re great but they don’t respond. Sometimes I miss talking to people. My boyfriend always gets a trail of words when he gets home.

 

What was the best piece of advice you were given?

The best piece of advice I was given was that I need to go for what I actually want. When I first left my part time job at Walt Disney World, at Star Tours, I thought I might do social media management or something to get started as an entrepreneur. It wasn’t where my heart was though. I enjoy consulting with others about their digital plans but not managing accounts and my real joy is in content creation. I went to school for Theatre, mostly dance, and Education and I love to entertain. Now my audience is on the internet. I wouldn’t have realized I was dancing around what I actually wanted if my friend and mentor, Jenn Selke, didn’t ask me what my real goal was. Many times in life I’ve chosen less scary or indirect paths to what I want. There’s still a chance you’ll fail so why not just go for the gold? Life’s too short to sugar coat or not express your feelings.

MK6

 

What goals do you have for your business over the next three years?

Over the next three years I want to do more online workshops and YouTube videos. I’ve been slowly but surely collecting everything I want to film with and have a bit of a home studio now. I want to make videos that inspire people and fun stuff like Disney Princess hair and makeup tutorials. I’ve been toying with some web series concepts for far too long and I’m ready to get them rolling. I’d like to offer some workshops on iPhone apps and editing. I’d like to go to Europe, too, and visit some real castles and share the experience on SparklyEverAfter.com. God sometimes surprises us though so I’ll see what He has in store.

 

What do you do when you need some inspiration?

I usually go to Instagram for inspiration. You can just type in a hashtag and see whatever you want. Things that uplift and inspire you. I feel like I’m on the other end of the question though. I usually have way too many ideas floating around up there. Sometimes it’s like a t-rex trying to catch a bunch of helium balloons on strings.

Nicole41

How do you define success as an entrepreneur?

I feel like we have to keep redefining as we go along. I thought success for a blogger meant massive numbers behind the scenes. After a few conferences I realized it was just about having good content and connecting my dedicated niche of readers with monetization opportunities they might benefit from. I’ve carefully chosen sponsors and affiliate programs that will benefit my audience and found success as a smaller blog that way. At this point for me it’s about paying the bills and having a little to play with, enjoying the neat opportunities I get as a blogger and, most importantly, inspiring people. If I’m not making people better I’m not successful.

 

What advice would you give to someone who is looking to become an entrepreneur?

Don’t be afraid to ask people for help but Google will be your best friend. I learned how to do a million things by watching YouTube videos or reading blog posts. Always have some people that are killing it as entrepreneurs in close reach. Follow them on Twitter or Instagram and look at what they are doing when you have a down day because it happens. When you see other people reach success it’s a nice reminder you can too. Everyone started as a tiny baby. Warren Buffett and Beyonce were once tiny babies and look what they did. You were a tiny baby too. What will you do?

MK25

 

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I can't even put into words how excited I am to fi I can't even put into words how excited I am to finally be a part of the spirit jersey club thanks to my amazing sisterfriend, @booksandbees. My inner circle can tell you that I have spent ages going back and forth about buying a spirit jersey because I am the worst about spending money on myself even when I really want something and I can afford it. Morgan said enough with that mess and reminded me that I am worthy of having things that make me happy. This is incredibly comfortable so I plan to get quite a few more on my next visits to Orlando. In conclusion, buy the spirit jersey. You are worth it.
DC is always a beautiful city but it is especially DC is always a beautiful city but it is especially gorgeous at sunset. Have you caught any sunsets in 2021 so far?
Happy Monday! I am obsessed with this illustration Happy Monday! I am obsessed with this illustration that the talented and gorgeous @callmeadventurous aka @sips.tea.designs made for me! If you have never seen yourself turned into art, it's a fun and flattering experience that I highly recommend to anyone! Be sure to follow @sips.tea.designs to be notified when she is taking commissions!
Emotions have been all over the place for the last Emotions have been all over the place for the last few days. It's overwhelming to think about all that we have been through this past year, these past four years, and before that. It's a relief to know that a fascist isn't in the white house anymore. However, it's tiring to think about the long road that lies ahead. There is still so much to be done to make this country a fair and equal place to call home. It's important to take moments to celebrate and moments to relax and reflect while we are on this long journey together. How did you relax this weekend?
Just a reminder that Black is Beautiful yesterday, Just a reminder that Black is Beautiful yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Black is Beautiful in every shade and in every country. Black Lives Matter and they always will. If you aren't an anti-racist who constantly lifts up Black people, then this is probably not the space for you.
I was in first grade when I realized that no one w I was in first grade when I realized that no one who looked like me had ever held the office of President or Vice President. My heart is filled with joy for the young people who will never know that feeling.
🙌🏽 🙌🏽
Please remember to stay safe this week! There are Please remember to stay safe this week! There are a lot of things happening in DC and all over the USA. Stay vigilant, stay away from people whenever possible, and stay home if and when you can! Also, remember that is it perfectly acceptable to celebrate tomorrow. These past four years have felt like a lifetime. We still have so many steps to take to make this nation a truly accepting, fair, and free place but let's hold on to the little happy moments along the way until we get there.
As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we s As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we should call ourselves?!) I haven't ever really experienced a winter season. I've enjoyed winter many times while in many different cities including, Edinburgh, London, NYC, and Boston. But I've never lived in winter day in and day out. After a week it was always time to fly home to my palm trees and theme parks. This winter is the first time that I am experiencing cold temperatures daily and often experiencing grey skies. It's only been about two weeks and I have to admit that it is a huge adjustment. But I am doing my best to embrace the season and stay as cozy as possible. I am used to being outside as often as possible in winter while hibernating with the A/C running all summer. So I guess now I will be reversing those habits and bundling up until spring gets here.
For my birthday I wanted one thing and one thing o For my birthday I wanted one thing and one thing only, @hipcityveg. Although I still miss all my favorite Orlando foodie places, I am so excited to finally be so close to a Hip City Veg location. It's my all-time favorite plant-based restaurant and I have been craving this vegan milkshake for months! If you haven't been yet and you are in DC or Philadelphia, go right now!

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