Episode Duration: 45 minutes
Nia Bright shares her transformative journey from experiencing a severe health crisis to becoming the owner of Good Vibrations Rock Shop, a vibrant crystal shop and event space in downtown Stratford, Ontario.
Episode Highlights:- The unexpected path from health crisis to business ownership
- Transitioning into entrepreneurship with no prior experience
- Building and nurturing a team in a holistic wellness business
- The challenges and rewards of purchasing an existing business
- Expanding from retail to education through online courses
- Creating a space that combines commerce with healing
Nia Bright is the majority owner of Good Vibrations Rock Shop, a crystal shop and event space in downtown Stratford. Her journey into entrepreneurship began following a life-altering thyroid condition in 2016 that led her to explore holistic wellness. Today, she's an expert in the metaphysical properties of stones, curating rare and high-quality crystals from around the world. Beyond retail, Nia has developed online crystal courses, making crystal education accessible to a broader audience.
Key Takeaways:- How personal challenges can lead to unexpected business opportunities
- The importance of authenticity in wellness-based businesses
- Strategies for learning business management on the job
- Building a team that aligns with your business values
- Balancing commercial success with healing intentions
- Tips for purchasing and growing an existing business
Stratford Perth Centre for Business Website: https://www.stratfordperthbusiness.ca/ Email: info@stratfordperthbusiness.ca Book a Free Consultation: https://airtable.com/app2gRqysORdgAAlp/shrN489caaX9MAifL
The Centre offers complimentary consultation and resources for new and established small businesses, including:
- Business start-up services
- Strategic planning
- Digital marketing strategies
- Educational workshops and events
Presented in partnership with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)
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