Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in web development but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Grant Emerson, Founder of Humangoodkind Designs, located in Nashville, TN, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Humangoodkind Designs is a Web Design and Development company based in Nashville with clients across the globe. We build sites for small businesses, nonprofits, and solo entrepreneurs.
Tell us about yourself
I started Humangoodkind Designs during the COVID-19 lockdown. Normally I am a full-time professional musician and travel 200+ days a year. With the lockdown, I had to find a different way to create income and also get my creative juices out in the world. I love helping clients solve problems, whether that is having a website that more accurately portrays their brand or incorporating features into their current website that will help their business be more dynamic.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment is collaborating with artists, chefs, and creatives that I admire. I also love being able to donate my talents to businesses that do not have budgets to hire me outright.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Work/life balance is challenging. I love being able to pop into my office and check an item off the to-do list; however, this can creep into family time. My two boys really help me with being in the present moment, and I am grateful for their patience.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Networking is such an important thing. Some of my favorite gigs have been from word-of-mouth referrals. Prioritize research and grow your knowledge base. Stacking your skills will help with commanding a higher pay rate. Have fun, and bring a bit of play into your work. Doing that has helped keep work fresh and inspiring.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.humangoodkinddesigns.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humangoodkinddesigns/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-emerson-14893831/
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