Posted on WebCami.com, February 26, 2022
In this blog post, I share how my mother's successful handbag business taught me valuable lessons about running my web design business. I highlight four key lessons learned from Mom: doing work you love, making a quality product, selling with honesty, and being kind to everyone.
About the author: Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, has 21 years of experience running a small, profitable, one-person web design business, so she can walk her dog whenever she likes. She has co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle since 2018 and has been an active member of the Seattle WordPress community since 2013. Cami has designed nearly 600 websites, provides services to 350 active clients, and manages over 200 websites monthly as a solopreneur.
The original post can be found here: https://webcami.com/in-loving-memory-of-jessie/ Transcript of Cami's Commentary: As Mother's Day approaches for the second year without my mom, I find myself reflecting on my childhood and the lessons my parents taught me. Last year, I focused on caring for my dad, which provided a distraction from the pain of losing my mom. However, this year is different, and I can't help but think of all the memories we shared as a family.
Reflecting on my upbringing, I realize how much it has influenced my career path. As I run my business, I see how my parents' entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic have shaped my approach. Without even realizing it, I had been learning valuable lessons from watching my parents run their own business. My passion for web design, in particular, stems from my parents' approach to selling handbags. Although they seem like entirely different fields, the same principles apply. A website is a tool for business owners, and it needs to be practical, lasting, and enjoyable for the user. Therefore, I strive to create websites that function well and bring the client joy.
When building a website for a client, it's crucial to remind them how beneficial it will be to their business. Just as my mom would show off a purse's practical features, I emphasize the website's practicality to the client. Your website designs will sell themselves if they are built with passion and you remind the client of their value.
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