Entrepreneurs' Advice

Just believe in what you are doing...

Just believe in what you are doing, the orders will come and the press will follow.

--Valerie Neustadt, Founder Valsey and Me personalized soaps

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Pursue your interests...

Pursue your interests!  Don't scare yourself from starting by thinking you have to make big changes all at once.  Take one small step, see where it takes you, and then take another.
--Laura Siner, Sweet Muse

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If you have an idea, just go with it...

If you have an idea, just go with it and do it!  Don't procrastinate or let fear overwhelm you.  If you feel overwhelmed and don't know what is the next step to take, take a deep breath and don't be afraid to ask your friends and people you may encounter questions. You would be surprised, how much you learn this way.
--Stefany DiManno, Di Manno Designs

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Don't worry too much about copycat competition...

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Really trust your voice...

Really trust your voice and your take on style and price point. As soon as you start to compromise your brand doesn't exist anymore.
--Rachel Dooley, Gemma Redux

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When economic times get tough...

When economic times get tough don't give up, get creative.
-Jill Frechtman, Fretzels

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As long as the result isn't...

As long as the result isn't:

• bail is set at
• incited an international incident
• time of death recorded as...

give it a try.
-Peter Shankman, HARO

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