Unless you have been off of social media for the last year, you will have seen that direct sales or multi-level-marketing (MLM) businesses (selling a product or wares via person-to-person sales) are more prevalent in our feeds than ever. Many new moms or women with school-age children are choosing … [Read more...]
Deciphering the Dress Code for the Biz Trip.
Once in a while I have a business trip to attend....and it's those times where I look at my wardrobe and go running to the mall looking for a refresh! Whether it's a business trip for yourself or to accompany your partner some of us get a little stressed about what to wear especially when there are … [Read more...]
All things must come to an end.
All things must come to an end. Well, that's what I have been telling myself. But selling a business you started is almost like saying goodbye to a loved one. I know that there will come a time when I will reflect on this experience and all of the lessons learned and it will all make perfect … [Read more...]
Does the Media Skew Pretty?
Being pretty and being smart do not have to be mutually exclusive traits, but sometimes we're made to feel like they are. I liked playing with Barbie, but I never wanted to grow up & be her. We all have self-esteem issues, but all for vastly different reasons. One of the harshest … [Read more...]
Glow Marketing
Glow Marketing is the leading marketing consultancy in Western Canada specializing in marketing to Moms. It was started by Sharole Lawrence after she decided it was time to leave the agency life and make time for her family. The light bulb went on when Sharole was on her second maternity leave and … [Read more...]
The Little Stamp Company
Here in The Marketplace, we make it our mission to bring you stories of moms and their businesses. Are you a Canadian Mom who owns or runs her own business? Do you know someone who is? Submit a story for consideration in The Marketplace by emailing marketplace@urbanmoms.ca.This week, Leeann's … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: Organic By Nature
Here at the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace, it's our mission to bring you stories of great Canadian mom-based businesses. This week, we're thrilled to bring you Natalia's story: My name is Natallia and I own a small online shop focusing on organic and natural products for babies and parents. We are … [Read more...]
Entrepreneurship and Regrets
Even though I'm just entering my second year as an entrepreneur, I am already finding I'm kicking myself over things I wish I had done differently. Things that could have saved money, saved time, or saved me a bit of my ever-diminishing sanity. I decided to approach some fellow mom … [Read more...]
Mompreneurs 2008 Event
So, last weekend was the official Mompreneurs (r) networking event in Chicago. With space limited to 25 attendees I was lucky enough to get the 25th spot. I'm the one in the second to front row with the glassesI must admit, I'm always a little embarrassed to say I'm a 'mompreneur'. … [Read more...]
Featured Mom Business: Teach My Toddler
Are you a mom entrepreneur? Do you know one? Our mission at the urbanmoms.ca Marketplace is to provide a forum for women who own or run their own businesses. We'd love to share your story, too. If you have a story to share, send a short (100-200 word) submission to kath@urbanmoms.ca along with a … [Read more...]