Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in health and wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Cecile Edwards, Founder of Evolution Solutions, LLC., located in Somerset, NJ, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
My business is Evolution Solutions, LLC DBA MommyEvolve, and we serve mothers/caregivers who are looking to heal childhood wounds, connect with themselves deeper, and learn holistic tools for overall wellness.
MISSION: Serve, educate, empower and advocate for perinatal/postpartum families and caregivers on principles of holistic family wellness, including culturally competent care and generational wellness.
VISION: To educate and empower 1,000,000 families and caregivers globally in culturally competent postpartum practices, restorative practices, generational wellness, self-care, and mindfulness.
Tell us about yourself
I got started because I had experienced a severe anxiety attack and realized I needed to take much better care of myself because working myself to death and not spending time with my daughter in meaningful ways was not how I wanted to live. I noticed many other parents experiencing similar as well as understanding their own inner wounds. I realized that while there isn't a handbook for parenting your specific child, there are things you can do to empower yourself up to and during parenting. I want parents to enjoy parenthood.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Serving clients as a postpartum doula, educating parents on resources, providing space for parents to speak their truths about their parenting and how they were parented, and parental advocacy I do with organizations are all accomplishments. I am happy to be a person that can serve in such a powerful way.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Dealing with your own inner blockages while serving someone else. Your mental health is very critical to your business. Ensuring that you care for yourself is critical to success that is sustainable. Ensuring financial consistency is tough as well. Your income may fluctuate, and you will have to learn how to manage to be yourself and build your wealth authentically.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Surround yourself with people who want to win in business so that you can share insights and be a positive resource for one another.
- Manage your finances wisely and seek out funding sources, including grants and business credit.
- Always remember your why and trust yourself. You started your business for a reason. Continue to remember it but pivot if you need to.
Is there anything else you'd like to share?
Go forth and be great!
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://mommyevolve.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momEvolve
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommyevolve/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/momEvolve
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecile-d-edwards-m-ed-b6543625/
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