October is National Women's Small Business Month

As a female-owned business, we are proud to celebrate National Women's Small Business Month! It's not easy building a small business, but having a supportive community who understands the journey of a female entrepreneur can make all the difference. We are highlighting this community of inspirational women with advice for other women trying to start a business.

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Advice by Female Entrepreneurs for Female Entrepreneurs

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Veronica Swiatek

Massage Studio offers luxurious and affordable massage therapy in Tampa, Florida and St. Petersburg, Florida.

"It takes time, be patient and have confidence in yourself and your business."

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Savannah Pagnozzi

Green Spoon Co. is a meal service on a mission to make plant-based eating simple and delicious.

"Think long-term, think big picture, and then start small. Focus on making little moves every day, and making choices that will push your business forward. Doing anything else is just doing yourself a disservice. One of my favorite quotes is by Bill Gates and states, 'most people overestimate what they can do in a year, and underestimate what they can do in ten."

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Cheryl Engels

Island Life Pass-a-Grille has everything you need to put you in a coastal state of mind from sunglasses to sand-free beach towels.
Coastal Cottages by the Sea features quaint coastal cottage rentals in Pass-a-Grille Beach, Florida and Bodega Bay, California.

"Owning a small business equates to weekly challenges. Meeting a challenge head on builds confidence and makes me look forward to the next one."

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Marty Petty

The MPetty Group provides expertise in executive coaching, executive team development, and succession planning.

"Never lose your sense of humor and always try to take the high road."

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Kelly Pyper

Pyper, Inc. celebrates ten years of crafting bold brands and developing result-oriented strategies.

"Be determined, rely on your smarts, and be fair to everyone."