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Ditching Corporate to Become a Storyteller Through Photography: Meet SF-based Photographer Vanja Markovic

November 29, 2021November 24, 2021 by Emily Merrell

Personal branding, wedding photography and more with Vanja Markovic. Credit - Morgan Kennedy.

After figuring out the classic “American Dream” no longer worked for her, Vanja Markovic decided to go on a journey of self-discovery. She realized photography was her calling. After mastering the technical aspects, Vanja discovered her second passion of storytelling through brand photography. Now, she helps entrepreneurs with brand recognition by telling their visual stories. Read more to find out what advice Vanja has to offer for photographers and entrepreneurs.

How to Promote Yourself Without Being Salesy

November 22, 2021 by Emily Merrell

How do you convince someone to buy what you’re selling? As a business coach, I hear my incredibly ambitious clients cower at the idea of self promotion and selling their product.

I’ve heard “who would pay that for what I’m selling?” or “my clients do n’t have that money”. Any and every objection under the sun, I’ve heard it said before. I’ve also heard them come back to me and say “you were right”

The Ultimate Mompreneur: Meet Stephanie Trzaska, The Woman Helping Moms Become Entrepreneurs Without Compromising Their Families

November 11, 2021November 10, 2021 by Emily Merrell

Stephanie Trzaska, founder of Little Scraps of Magic. Credit - Darling Rose Photography

In true entrepreneurial fashion, Stephanie Trzaska noticed an opportunity when her Instagram following continued to reach out and ask for help to start their own businesses. So, she stepped up to the plate and pivoted from her original idea. From a Montessori consultant to launching Little Scraps of Magic, she now guides moms to balance their businesses with their family lives, starting with finding their why.

Why Embracing Emotions at Work is Important

November 8, 2021 by Emily Merrell

I hate that I kept my emotions at work so private and wish I had embraced them with more openness and honesty. Here are my 4 reasons why I think it’s important to embrace your emotions at work.

How to Plan a Maternity Leave as a Solopreneur

November 1, 2021 by Emily Merrell

Planning a Maternity Leave as a Solopreneur - Six Degrees Society

I always thought I’d be at a corporate office for my maternity leave. I envied my past colleagues who took 3+ months off and had a temp fill their role while they were gone loving their new addition. Plus, the US doesn’t have mandated and paid maternity leave so as an entrepreneur that’s a whole other conversation.

It’s Not In The Cards: What Is and What Is NOT a Tarot Reading with Jade Rivera

November 4, 2021October 29, 2021 by Emily Merrell

We’ve all gotten to a crossroad at some point in our lives when we had to choose a path. Only if in that moment a wise fortune teller could show us what’s the best decision and what the future will hold for us. But, that’s not necessarily how real Tarot readings work. So, we asked Jade Rivera founder of It’s Not In The Cards to reveal the realities of Tarot reading and interpreting the signs of the universe.

Sweatworking: The ultimate virtual workout created by Amy Christman, Founder of The Fierce Collective

October 27, 2021 by Emily Merrell

losed, we were social distancing, quarantining and our workout buddies were nowhere in sight. That’s when Amy Christman steps in the spotlight by creating The Fierce Collective where sweating and networking – sweatworking, became virtual.

5 Easy Ways to Raise Money For Your Business

October 25, 2021 by Emily Merrell

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to start a business? Starting a business can financially feel very daunting. How does one build something without the money to build it? While you can definitely bootstrap your business with the money you do have saved up, you can also search for options to help you get your business off the group.

Top 10 Places to Work Remotely and Boost Your Creativity

October 18, 2021 by Emily Merrell

There is such a thing called a working vacation. For us, we’ve realized that the locations we work are just as inspiring to our work and over well happiness. So next time you need a burst of inspiration, think about mixing up your scenery to get your creative juices flowing. Plus, check out our list of favorite places to work and get inspired. Outside work anyone?

The Pediatrician Parent: Meet Elham Raker, The Official “Ask Dr. Mom”

October 8, 2021October 6, 2021 by Emily Merrell

are answers for your kid! Dr. Elham Raker is the official “Ask Dr. Mom” who has leveraged her experience as a pediatrician to help parents navigate the “shoulds” of motherhood.