Topic: Behind the Business

Sometimes you just need a little inspiration. Go “behind the business” with hair stylists, mechanics, chefs, and more who saw a need and turned it into a community. Fellow business owners share how they stay motivated, advice that helps them grow, and other lessons from their entrepreneurial journey.

44 posts in Behind the Business

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A convo with Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat winner Bird Bird Biscuit

January 19, 2022

Bird Bird Biscuit recently secured the number five spot on Yelp’s list of the Top 100 Places to Eat for 2022. We heard from founder—and self-proclaimed capitán/biscuit whisperer—Brian Batch on…

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‘We are the change we wish to see:’ Finding harmony in life and business

January 5, 2022

Ashe Brown—owner of an apothecary that offers support for people navigating everything from menstrual health to white fragility—discusses finding and creating community as a serial entrepreneur.

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Turning a side hustle into a thriving business

November 3, 2021

Maryland-based baker and entrepreneur Caroline Ta has been building a thriving business of selling cakes and macarons—all while juggling the commitments of being a full-time college student. And now she’s…

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Paraíso Plant Studio nurtures hope and opportunity in Berkeley

October 15, 2021

Owner María Blum-Sullivan created an inclusive, welcoming space with her plant paradise. Hear her hopes for the business—from supporting local entrepreneurs to raising awareness for climate change.

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‘My flag needs to be raised:’ How Emily’s Garage is retooling the auto shop

October 13, 2021

Emily Chavez, owner of four auto shops across the Seattle area, is committed to helping customers—particularly women—hold their own in the male-dominated auto industry.

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Bonjour to Miami’s French hidden gem, La Fresa Francesa

August 25, 2021

When Sandy Sanchez decided to move back to her hometown city in Florida after spending over a decade in Los Angeles studying fine dining, she knew she wanted to open…

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How Akron Honey makes customers the heroes of its story

July 22, 2021

For Akron Honey founder Brent Wesley, running a successful urban honey business is about building a community and making a change in his Akron, Ohio neighborhood, one vacant lot at…

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Turning trash into treasure with Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse

July 7, 2021

Illinois nonprofit Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse shares how its “sustainable deconstruction” model—taking buildings apart and repurposing their parts—not only conserves resources but also empowers people with barriers to employment to find…

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How Fairmount Bicycles built the shop its neighborhood needed

June 9, 2021

Fairmount Bicycles, a queer-owned bike shop in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia, is known for its friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Owner Shelly Walker shares how she’s grown her business to…

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Serving sweet moments for all at Mina’s World

May 21, 2021

When partners Sonam Parikh and Kate Egghart decided to open Mina’s World, they set about creating the workplace they always wished they had. Colorful drinks, a cheerful space, and accessible…

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How a Korean twist on American staples is uniting cultures

April 28, 2021

“It’s a love story as old as time: Boys meet chicken, boys fall in love with chicken, boys open fried chicken shop in Chicago.” This is the tale of 10Q…

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How a Montreal restaurant went viral for reviewing its own dishes

March 31, 2021

Aunt Dai is my favourite Chinese restaurant in Montreal, but the REAL treat is the menu, featuring extremely honest commentary from the owner. pic.twitter.com/FpA1xt0GrF — Kim Belair (@BagelofDeath) January 10,…