One of the most important things to me as a small business owner is to see other entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed! I firmly believe in the benefits of community and this belief exists in my professional life just as much as it does in my personal life!! And, I want to make sure that the world knows about the awesome people I get to know and work with as a part of my own small enterprise!! Thus, I have created the Passing On The Love interview series, a regular feature that introduces you to someone great and gives a little insight to who they are [and what their business can offer you]!!
Meet Terri, a beautiful, warm-hearted and super fun woman and Independent Stylist for Stella and Dot.
What are you three "fun
fact" things that people should about YOU?
I love to
shop; I love to talk; and I love to share fabulous finds with friends!
Tell me about your business. What are
you doing/offering, etc?
I am an independent stylist with Stella & Dot. I give
women an opportunity to shop for the latest jewelry fashions without having to
leave the comfort of their home. They can either shop online, or enjoy a fun
night in with their girlfriends by hosting their very own jewelry Trunk Show.
By hosting your own trunk show, hostesses have the opportunity to get hundreds
of dollars worth of jewelry to add to their wardrobe for FREE!
How long have you been doing what you
are doing? (When did you start your business, When did you enter this
profession, etc)?
I started with Stella & Dot in January 2012 after
downsizing in my previous career, forced me to have to look for another
position. However, I have been in the sales industry for the past 10 years.
Becoming a Stylist with Stella & Dot provides the opportunity to work from
home but continue be social and do something fun and exciting.
What do you
love most about what you do?
I love
helping women find styles to suit their personalities. When I see someone
wearing one of the unique pieces from Stella & Dot, I can't help but smile
inside because I know that it makes them happy inside as well.
Whether you
are offering a service or a product to your customers, there is an experience
that you they have when dealing with your business. What kind of experience do
you want you customers to have with you?
When a
customer decides to host a Trunk Show, they can be rest assured that it will be
a very relaxing experience with no sales pressure. All they need to do is
browse the catalogue, play with the jewelry samples that I bring to their home
and decide what they want to have for themselves. I always give the hostess two
days after the trunk show to gather more orders, if necessary and to decide
what they want to choose for their free items. A customer service is key, so I
want everyone to have a wonderful, stress free experience. If they have any
questions or concerns, I am more than happy to help them out.
What
inspires you to grow or be more creative in your field, and in running your
business?
I am excited
to share my products and offer the Stella & Dot opportunity to others in
order to grow my business. I would love to be able to share my sales training
and experience that I have been so grateful to receive over the past 10 years.
It is exciting to be able to offer other women the freedom to make their own
choices and be their own boss as well.
All of have us have dreams and goals
for our businesses. What are some of your dreams and goals that you wish to
share and experience with your customers?
My dream is to be
able to share this opportunity and continue to provide for my growing family.
We took our three boys to Mexico last year for a family vacation and since
then, they are hooked on vacationing in the Caribbean... my dream is that I
will be able to provide that opportunity, plus many more to them for years to
come.
Besides offering
your businesses services or products, what are some other ways you wish to
serve Charlotte County through your business?
I have been
a member of many services groups over the past 10 years in every business that
I have been involved in. I love to network and share my experiences (good and
bad) to others. I love to network with fellow business owners and feel that
being involved in my community is the best way for me to give back.
I don't think a lot
people know how awesome it is to live in Charlotte County. What are some
reasons why you have chosen to be here, and to own a business in here?
I love the
small town living that Charlotte County offers. I believe that Charlotte County
has a lot to offer and I am excited to see where we will be in another five
years. There's nowhere to go but up! We live in an amazing area... one that a
lot of people take for granted... the beauty and character of this community is
breath-taking.
What has been
the most challenging part of starting a small business or running a small
business?
The most
challenging parting of starting a business is making yourself known in the
community and having people understand your products and services that are
offered.
What has been the most rewarding part
of starting a small business or running a small business?
The most rewarding part of my business is being able to
offer something new to our small community. It's nice to have the ability to
buy beautiful things without leaving your own community and home. Also, the
flexibility that my business offers is a huge perk with a growing family.
I has so much fun hanging out with last week while photographing her modelling some of the gorgeous Stella and Dot jewelry she has on hand! Seriously if you have any interest in jewelry you have to check out the wide selection that Terri has. This stuff is beautiful, and high quality!
Love & Sunshine,
Shannon-May
