Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Kei Tyler, Founder of Astrology In The Wild, located in Ashland, OR, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
This is a spiritual business that links evolutionary astrology, body movement, and meditation while we jam with funky vibes and beats using in-house produced music. We are a nomadic team who offers our services throughout the United States. Our soulful customers/friends are entrepreneurs, business people, yogis, off-grid moms & dads, workaholics, addicts, veterans, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, musicians, actors, healers, and anyone left out who wants more out of life.
People who come to us question, "What am I truly here for, and what am I here to contribute?". No matter where you look, most people are trying to find practical solutions to some of life's toughest challenges, like having healthy relationships, making informed job choices, moving to the right place, and seeking one's authentic spiritual path. The tools my partner Feri and I develop through these practices uncover lasting change to the body, mind, and soul.
Tell us about yourself
I have the birth chart of an entrepreneur, and it took a long time to realize this was a part of my nature. How many of us hear that it takes 5 years, and then we may still fail? A tireless pursuit conjured for geniuses, those with connections, and unique inventions; however, long gone are those days! I chose to live my astrology, deal with fear boldly by using my voice and take the risk as many of us do-- jump into the cold and brackish waters of entrepreneurship. Many of us start businesses because we see a lack within ourselves or our communities and work to become a master of filling in the gaps; I feel that's propelled me to begin my healing path and to support those who need help with their journey.
Motivation to help others comes each day as people hold me accountable to lead them through a bodily practice that actually puts their mind at ease or the conscious information needed through an astrology reading. I make a personal connection to dedicate myself and stick with it because, at the core, I really love people. Seeing others become their best selves across from me brings great joy, sitting cross-legged, hands together and pressed gently at the heart, while the sun shines upon their faces. Music is my alter ego and awakens heaps of motivation as I create beats and post them to Spotify and our website. Afterward, I feel like I've given all the good I have to give to the world! Find our podcast under Astrology In The Wild.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Word of mouth is my biggest accomplishment to date. Others will talk and spread the word if you have services that truly work and provide results.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Getting clear that what you have to offer is of value and people are waiting for your services. Believing, Yes, you're enough.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Do not do things alone; ask trusted friends, family, or your community to help you with things you fall short on before you pay for training, classes, or expensive start-ups.
- Not everyone is excited to see you leap, so don't take rejection or non-excitement as a personal attack; instead, GO HARDER.
- Collaborate, collaborate, collaborate. We are stronger together.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.astrologyinthewild.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kei.tyler.79/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrologyinthewild/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4emZU3CcodwYAbuITS5VAB
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