Tag Archives: Entrepreneur

All Work & No Play Makes You Grumpy!

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Every small business owner can relate … Working 24/7 for extended periods of time leaves you feeling tired and stressed. That’s how I felt on the morning of Friday, May 6th. I was sitting in front of my computer screen, … Continue reading →

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Dress For Success

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Maybe I’m old fashioned but I still think that if you want to succeed, you need to dress the part. On Sunday, I was shocked to see how some of the other entrepreneurs dressed for their pitch to the Dragons … Continue reading →

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Behind the Scenes at the Dragon’s Den

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Karyn Climans

I am frequently asked, “So what’s it really like during the taping of the Dragon’s Den”? A mompreneur called me today because she’s auditioning for the 2011-12 season of the Dragon’s Den. She is planning to pitch her Internet information … Continue reading →

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Small Businesses Are Feeling the Pinch!

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Karyn Climans

You can’t draw blood from a stone. I like this metaphor because it is relevant to my business. I have cut costs in every possible corner: I now use Canada Post instead of FedEx for all customer shipments; I personally … Continue reading →

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Blogging is a lot of work!

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Karyn Climans

In Spring 2010, I started blogging, developed a facebook site and began tweeting! Since then, I’ve discovered it’s a lot of work. No wonder some people do this as a full-time job! As a small business owner, my number one … Continue reading →

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Running My Own Business From Home

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Karyn Climans

How many times have I heard people say, “You are so lucky to own your own business and work from home”? And you know what … for the most part, they are right! I wouldn’t trade my lifestyle or routine … Continue reading →

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Dragons’ Den

Posted on October 8, 2010 by Karyn Climans

Even though we know they are going to try and embarrass us, why do we go on the show? Of course, I’m talking about the hit TV series, “Dragons’ Den”. In the US, the equivalent show is called “The Shark … Continue reading →

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What’s The Ideal Size Business?

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Karyn Climans

I’m at the enviable stage with my business, Tail Wags Helmet Covers, that I’m busy but not overwhelmed! I love what I’m doing and my life feels in balance. This equilibrium took a while to achieve because the first 3 … Continue reading →

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Busy, Busy, Busy

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Karyn Climans

I am a busy lady! It’s no wonder that after running my own business, maintaining a social media presence, spending time with my family, walking 2 dogs, supporting various charities and trying to find some personal time, there isn’t any … Continue reading →

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Lemonade Stands Now Illegal?

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Karyn Climans

This article was written by BunchFamily.ca at http://www.bunchfamily.ca/standby-selling-gourmet-lemonade#more. I have reprinted it because I am outraged by the latest licensing fee demanded by our government! This is even more ridiculous than the “Stuffing License” that Tail Wags Helmet Covers pays … Continue reading →

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