Spot-light on: Katie Newman Gifts and Home

Meet the Mom Behind "Katie Newman Gifts and Home"

How did you come up with your business name?
It’s just my name added to the types of products I love to sell


When and why did you decide to start your own business?
I decided to start my own business a couple years ago because I wanted to work part time from home so that family could still be my priority, and I love choosing gifts and home décor that I think other people will like.

How did you get started?
I had previously often sold on ebay and then I discovered an online mall called Make Mine Pink that totally inspired me because they sell all my favorite things like handpainted roses, feminine décor and lots of pink! On that site I discovered a reasonably priced web designer who made me a web template and led me to a hosting site and then I figured out how to add all the products and market it.


What motivates you to keep your business going?
I stay motivated because I love doing it!


Do you have a particular product that's a best-seller that you are promoting on your site?
I sell home décor for any style but I specialize in cottage style décor and gifts and those are my best sellers although I really sell a big mix of products.


How do you advertise your business? Which methods proved successful/effective?
I made sure I was on the major search engines, I am members of two very successful online malls; Shabby Lane Shops and Make Mine Pink and I advertise in forums and in national decorating magazines.


How do you juggle family and work at home?
It’s easy now because both of my children are in school and I am a night owl so I do some work at night after everyone is in bed.


What advice would you give to moms seeking to become a WAHM?
GO FOR IT! Research the types of products you want to sell and study other home businesses you admire.


Current promotions/specials at Katie Newman Gifts and Home:
If you are reading this you can take 15% off your purchase at Katie Newman Gifts and Home by entering the word pink at checkout. Happy Shopping!


Anything else you'd like to add about Katie Newman Gifts and Home or about being a WAHM in general?
I am always adding new and exciting products so check back often and if you are interested in becoming a wahm yourself take a look at my wholesale and dropshipping information or my free affiliate program.


Visit Katie Newman Gifts and Home at: http://www.katienewmangiftsandhome.com





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Spot-light on: Twin Pregnancy And Beyond

Meet the Mom Behind Twin Pregnancy And Beyond!

Who is Twin Pregnancy and Beyond? Where are you located?
Twin Pregnancy And Beyond is a fun, interactive, informational online resource for parents and families who have or are expecting twins. We cover just about everything from pregnancy and birth to parenting twins and everything in-between. Including how to prepare, gear guides, personal stories, breastfeeding tips, visitor polls and some really great photos.

How did you come up with your business name?
Well, honestly, "twin pregnancy" was always the search term I used when I was pregnant with my own twins and trying to find information on the web. But, when I decided to build my own site, I didn't want the information to be just about pregnancy…Hence, the choice of Twin Pregnancy And Beyond. I felt like it left the door wide open for what could be added to the site.


When and why did you decide to start your own business?
I always wanted to start my own home based business, just lacked a great idea. So, in late 2006 following the birth of my twins, my inspiration came. After doing a bit of research, I decided to open a web based boutique specializing in clothing and gifts for twins and their families. Subsequent to it’s success in 2007, and a need to feed my own intrigue with twins, Twin Pregnancy And Beyond was born and has been growing ever since.

How did you get started?
I basically took everything I learned from my own experience with twins along with what I could gather from all around the web, in books, and from other parents and started to create an outline of what the site would finally develop into. I found a wonderful hosting platform, investigated keywords, got opinions and feedback from family and friends, and even learned a bunch of HTML and CSS code. It was lots of reading, even more typing, and still it's a work in progress.
What motivates you to keep your business going?
Truly, it's the wonderful response I get back from the parents and families. I always wanted Twin Pregnancy And Beyond to offer the best, most comprehensive "twin-specific" information and resources on the web. So, when I hear how much it has helped others going through twin pregnancy or raising twins, that's about all the motivation I need!


Anything on your site that you are promoting?
Yes! We are going to start offering some really fun and exciting twin related contests. Such as, a twin photo contest, twin story contest, and a twin birth video contest. All for a chance to win cash and prizes.


How do you advertise your site? Which methods proved successful/effective?
I do a lot of quality link exchanges, banner ads, directory submissions, and a free newsletter. I believe it’s the cultivation of all of these methods together that proves to be the most potent.

How do you juggle family and work at home?
I definitely juggle, to say the least! Having a daughter in preschool, two year old twin boys and another baby on the way doesn't leave me much down time these days. I find the need to choose my battles daily. If I can't get to the laundry because I have too many errands to run, then so-be-it. Not sweating the small stuff helps, as well as a really supportive husband.
What advice would you give to moms seeking to become a WAHM?
Whatever type of business you settle on, it should be one that you enjoy and are passionate about. Not only will it come through to your customers, it may even make you want to decalre, "I love my job!".

Visit Twin Pregnancy and Beyond at: http://www.twin-pregnancy-and-beyond.com and http://www.trendsintwos.com




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