April 2012
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Q&A with small biz all-star Kelly Dooley, CEO of...
Kelly Dooley, CEO and designer of BodyRock Sport wearing the Tzarina bra.
When Kelly Dooley was unable to find a fashionable and functional active wear line she did not complain, instead she created her own line to suite her needs. In 2009 she introduced BodyRock Sport to the marketplace. Kelly’s innovative and active wear line is not only stylish but it cleverly incorporates...
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UPDATE! Small business has risen: Britney Spears...
Yesterday I posted Small business on the rise: BodyRock Sport and I mentioned that Maria Menounos was spotted wearing BodyRock Sport on Dancing with the Stars this week. Well, today I have been informed that pop icon Britney Spears rocked a $20,000 sports bra designed by Kelly Dooley, CEO of BodyRock Sport. The superstar wore the 18K gold zipper and diamond-eye skulled tassel bra on...
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Vendor Relations: The lifeline to your business
Guest Post by Small Biz Diamond Contributor Monica Jackson
In today’s economic and environmental culture our attention has been directed towards “sustainability”. A word not common in many households and businesses nearly 10 years ago—from following our carbon foot print, to recycling and going “Green”, the nature of our everyday lives have changed.
Sustainability is vitally important for...
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Small business on the rise: BodyRock Sport
Fashionable and functional active wear for women, BodyRock Sport was spotted on EXTRA! TV Host Maria Menounos during rehearsals on the April 9th, 2012 episode of “Dancing With The Stars”.
Extra! TV host Maria Menounos rehearsed for her ‘Dancing With The Stars’ tango performance in a very “stylish and functional” bra and jacket by BodyRock Sport founder and designer...
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Q&A with Shawn Amerlinck, a superstar small...
Shawn Amerlinck, is a Registered Vet Technician (RVT), Animal Health Technologist (A.H.T), and owner of My Pet’s Butler based inWindsor, Ontario, Canada. Shawn opened his business and on December 1, 2011 and he has proven to be a small business superstar (in just four months!). Shawn provides in-home medical care, pet sitting and shuttle service for pets. In May 2012, Shawn will be a...
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Saying "No" to customers can help a small business...
Domino’s Pizza recently announced the launch of its advertising campaign that will tell customers “No!” if they ask to add or remove toppings from its signature artisan pizzas. The purpose of the the new ad campaign is to position Domino’s as a leading authority for pizza. The company has spent years ”perfecting the balance on our artisan crust...
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9 Really good reasons small business owners should...
What is a virtual office?
Before I move onto why a small business owner should have a virtual office, lets make sure everyone has a clear understanding about what a virtual office is. A virtual office is a service that provides an office address (typically at a prime and/or upscale location) and professional reception services without leasing the or buying the actual office space. Clients enter...
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11 Reasons Small Business Owners Should Write for...
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I am a freelance writer and entrepreneur, one of the places that I write online is for Examiner.com as the Atlanta Small Business Examiner. I provide localized content pertaining to small business. I have had a very positive experience writing for them and positioning myself as a small business...
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A Chat with the Queen of Boudoir Photography
Angela Yodice exhibits entrepreneurship at its best; she has a well defined niche, she is an expert at what she does, and she builds her network both online and off — chasing after the true American dream. She is the owner and principle photographer of WhirlieGirl Photography, a boudoir photography firm. She truly has a passion for helping women feel beautiful and sexy in a tasteful way....
March 2012
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Shouts out to all the Mom and Pop Shops!
March 29th is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day. Many Mom and Pop stores spend hours upon hours managing and maintaining there local businesses. Often times lack of staff and long hours, make it impossible for business owners to attend family and personal events. Mom and Pop business owners really know their products, unlike their larger competitors. They put their blood, sweat, and tears...
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Small Biz Diamonds International Pocketbra...
Toni Ibabaza, designer of the Pocketbra has partnered with Small Biz Diamonds for the very 1st blog giveaway!!!
One (1) lucky winner will receive a Pocketbra from the SportySexy Pocketbra collection!
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The patent pending Pocketbra by SportySexy is the only convertible sports bra with built in pockets. You can comfortably and securely store your essentials when you work, travel, gym,...
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Meet the owner of Pocketbra, the bra of...
Toni Ibabaza wanted to find a bra that was not only comfortable, but was also attractive and with built in pockets for convenience. Her search for the perfect bra, quickly came to a screeching holt because there was nothing on the market. Toni decided she would design her own bra, and several years later she introduced the Pocketbra. Small Biz Diamonds caught up with Toni to learn more about her...
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Are you the next Stiletto Woman 'Cover Girl'?
After attending the 2012 Stiletto Woman In Business Awards (SWIBA) 2012, I am a super fan and cheerleader of EVERYTHING attached to the Stiletto Woman Media brand. CEO/Founder of Stiletto Woman Media, Karlena Wallace is an amazing woman and entrepreneur that has tasked herself with the duty of honoring and highlighting successful women in business. Stiletto Woman media is searching for the Next...
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Q&A with PR2Politics Publicist Raven Robinson
Raven Robinson is a “political junkie” that has founded her own public relations (PR) firm Pr2Politics. She executes PR campaigns utilizing political and corporate tactics, with a focus on partnership development. Raven has taken time out of her busy (and I do mean busy!) schedule to share her experience as a publicist and small business owner. She also shares some important jewels for why small...
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Cash Mobs: Giving small businesses a financial...
Cash Mobs are the biggest phenomenon in small business news right now. Small businesses in cities across the country and even internationally, are receiving a local financial boost from cash mobbers —organized groups of people that support small businesses. Cash mobs are so unique because the groups meet at a pre-selected location and from there they go to a “secret...
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The ‘Other’ Reality
What do you get when you mix a group of successful business women, that are lesbians, and they come from diverse backgrounds? A reality show (duh!).
A few weeks ago I came across a rather interesting reality show concept, The Other Women of America (TOWOA). It is a reality series that focuses on the diverse lives of American lesbian women. The show is shot in Atlanta, GA and features...
