Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Wanda Montemayor, Founder of Community Arts LLC, located in Austin, TX, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

I run an Art Therapy Group Practice.

Tell us about yourself

I wanted to support myself and create a group practice that feels like a family and co-op. I also wanted to be my own boss and make large-scale community art therapy mosaics while earning a solid living.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

It is being able to invest in property and paying 13 people a month after being open for two years.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

Working 7 days a week and being the custodial staff and the bookkeeper are the hardest things for me.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Yes, it will be hard - it gets better.
  2. Hire people that you can grow with.
  3. Sleep 8 hours and get exercise every day.
  4. Don't get caught in the weeds.
  5. You have to spend money to make money.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

I love marketing, being a leader, and blinging up the world.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.communityarttherapy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/communityartsllc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/communityarttherapy/

If you like what you've read here and have your own story as a solo or small business entrepreneur that you'd like to share, then please answer these interview questions. We'd love to feature your journey on these pages.

Turn your craft into recurring revenue with Subkit. Start your subscription offering in minutes and supercharge it with growth levers. Get early access here.