EP # 195 - Balancing Business Growth & Family Life - A Balloon Artist's Journey to Building a Dream Life

Guest: Paola Di Fonzo, Owner of Balloonique

What started with a $30 DIY balloon project during maternity leave has blossomed into Balloonique - a flourishing event decor company serving the GTA. In this episode, Paola shares her entrepreneurial journey, proving you don't have to choose between family dreams and business success.

🎈 The Journey:
• Maternity leave creative project → Professional decor company
• Solo creator → Team of three + company truck
• Weekend installations while homeschooling during the week

💫 Key Moments We Explore:
"I thought maybe in 5-10 years we could do this..." Paola reflects on how her hobby unexpectedly accelerated into a thriving business within just one year.

🔑 Business Growth Insights:
• Using creativity beyond balloon art - in marketing, processes, and problem-solving
• Building systems that protect family time while allowing business growth
• Finding and trusting team members who share your vision

✨ Most Surprising Discovery:
"Business sense is very close to common sense" - Paola shares how she transformed from doubting her business abilities to confidently leading a growing company.

💡 Biggest Takeaway:
You can build a successful business that works around your life priorities - not the other way around. It's about getting creative with your systems and trusting the process.

🎯 Connect with Paola:
Website: https://balloonique.ca
Instagram: @ballooniqueto