Yin and Yang: How do you balance work and family?
I find this to be the biggest challenge in business. Especially because my 3 little guys are still so young. I find it best to dedicate specific time to work and family and to not let them cross into one another. Family always comes first: that is the main reason I did this, for flexibility, while still contributing to the home financially. My husband is a great support and his career allows for me to have time to work while he looks after the kids. Plus, it’s amazing how much you can get done once they are in bed.
The drive: What challenges have you overcome?
One of my biggest challenges, aside from the work-family balance, has been working with manufacturers. It’s so important to connect and work with people who have the same vision, find the same things important and those who want the best for you and you for them. Luckily, after a lot of research and sampling, I have found a great team to work with, which makes the whole process so much more fun.
For better or worse: What are the pros and cons of running your own business?
Running your own business is definitely stressful. Initially it’s expensive, it’s mind consuming and it’s so, so busy with a little family. But then it’s so rewarding, it offers flexibility, I can go to school assembly if I want to. It offers me a creative outlet, which I think makes me a better mum and wife. It allows me to network with likeminded people and it’s something I really enjoy. I am actually doing what I always dreamt I would do, which is a great feeling.
Hopes and dreams: What next?
Our sleepwear and clothing is still so new. We have only been doing it for 6 months. So my hopes are to gain more brand awareness, brand familiarity and I would really love to work with another organisation. We currently work with ‘One Tree Planted’ but would love to also work with a kids’ charity. I really feel like it’s important to give back when you are in business.
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