“Networking” often brings to mind stuffy suits, formal events, and exchanging business cards like candy. But what if it didn’t have to be this way? Here at Ama La Vida we like to embrace creative networking strategies that involve thinking outside the box to make building connections more enjoyable and effective! In today’s career landscape, […]
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We’ve been renovating my condo for a year and a half. It pains me to say this, as my husband and I thought it would be a 3-month job. We’ve done some of the work ourselves and have hired out a few things to specialists, but the vast majority of the work has been done […]
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As a female-founded small business with a passion for helping others achieve their dreams, we believe in celebrating the wins of our community. Every month, we feature one Founding Female and the golden truths they acquired throughout their journey. We are endlessly inspired by the courage, grit, determination, and impact that our fellow Female Founders […]
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It was an absolute joy speaking with my friend and mentor, Disha Gulati, the founder of Here Here Market, for our Founding Females interview series. Disha is brilliant, generous and perhaps what I love most, keeps it very real. Here are my key takeaways from our conversation on How to Motivate Your Team When You […]
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It is common for people to use the words “creative” and “artistic” interchangeably. While the terms are undoubtedly linked, there is a subtle difference between the two. Being artistic refers to individuals with a specific skill set that allows them to create works of art like painting or music. On the other hand, creativity refers […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all of us in one way or another. Many businesses have folded thanks to the fallout from the pandemic, and even more are still working hard to keep themselves afloat. Whether you’ve had to take a break because of the pandemic, or you’re hoping to start a whole new business, the […]
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Did you know that 59 million Americans had a freelance business in 2020? That’s equivalent to 36% of the country’s workforce! And that percentage is forecasted to hit 50.9% by 2027. Meaning it’s a crowded workplace, and it’s only going to get busier. Here’s the problem: Your success as a freelancer depends not on how […]
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“Every success is a rectified failure”, the French author Charles Pépin made this statement full of truth. Usually, business failure is seen as a weakness. Intellectual and emotional stability will allow us to decide whether we take it as a catastrophe or a learning experience. Remember, if you have learned to walk, you know how […]
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In a previous article, we discussed how automation could help your small business become more efficient. Until very recently, automation was considered abstract and not applicable, especially for small businesses. Today, however, the available automation tools are not only capable of automating repetitive tasks but also handling those tasks with immense efficiency. The real question […]
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Growing a successful social media account takes a lot of time. It also requires high social engagement and interaction with other social profiles. Most of these social profiles will be unfamiliar to you. But, if you know anything about introverts, you know that we are comfortable being alone. Also, we aren’t the most social individuals. […]
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I don’t know about you, but I chafe against the term: personal brand. If you’re like me, those words evoke images of Instagram influencers being paid to go on fabulous vacations or test expensive beauty products from the comfort of their home. And while I applaud their hustle (and amazingly good fortune, let’s be honest), […]
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HR, or Human Resources, is an essential component of most businesses. Human Resources departments have various different roles and impact many different aspects of a workplace. HR can often be overlooked. However, the importance of an effective HR department is vital to the success of a business. Whether they are a small start-up or a […]
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