Get to Know Victoria H. Boyd
Get to Know Victoria H. Boyd
Why did you start your online business?
I started my business because I saw that the "American Dream" wasn't what it was chalked up to be. I wanted to take that power back into my own hands. I grew up in a family that really pushed the "get good grades so you get into a good college then get good grades there so you get a good job" mentality.
And I did just that.
But when I got out into the real world, I struggled to get the good job that paid well, gave me the benefits I wanted (hello, work from home and vacation days!) and overall made me happy with my life. I decided to go for my masters thinking that would help me climb the corporate ladder just to realize half way through my masters that I wanted my own business!
From that decision, I landed my first client and the rest was history! I saw that through hard work, some creativity, a little bit of luck I could live a life I loved! Even if it went against the grain.
What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned about yourself?
Over the past year, I'd say the biggest lesson I've learned about myself is that it's okay to expect bigger and grow into more. OH - and also - having fun in business is a top priority!
Like many of us, 2020 was a hard year. In 2021 I found myself always afraid that the rug would be pulled out from under me. I found myself playing small and making decisions from a place of protection verses trusting my knowledge and my gut on what was right or wrong for me.
Just in the first quarter of 2022, I'm seeing myself emerge and bounce back from what 2020/21 did.
How do you measure success in your business?
My happiness level is 100% my measure of success right now! In the past I'd say revenue or profits. I've found the happier I am, the better my business is overall!
What do you like to do in your free time?
This sounds so basic but I love finding new coffee shops, practicing yoga, exploring new breweries, lounging with my dogs (Bonnie and Clyde) and traveling with my husband!
What will online business owners learn from you?
I'm SO excited to be writing about sales and marketing strategies!
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