Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in arts and craft but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Sandra Larrota, owner and president of Renaissarts, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Decoration handmade art in wood and aluminum. My customers are people who knows arts and like arts.
Tell us about yourself
I am an entrepreneur, and with the Pandemic, I have decided to create my own business and sharing my passion for art with people. I like beautiful things that are unique and handmade.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
I'm proud the people like my art and starting from nothing and having my own business.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Being available 7 days a week, and if you stop just a few days, you realize that your sales are going down.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Believe in your dream and in yourself. Having a positive mind and attracting good things. You don't need so much money or investment when you have a good ideas or project.
Is there anything else you'd like to share?
In Quebec, the people are so creative, but they don't buy so much locally. I strongly recommend supporting our own local businesses
Where can people find you and your business?
If you like what you've read here and have your own story as a solopreneur that you'd like to share, then email community@subkit.com; we'd love to feature your journey on these pages.
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