Petillante Candle Collection - Kiana Allen
Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in candle-making but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Kiana Allen, Owner of Petillante Candle Collection, located in Gonzales, LA, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
I created a small candle company that specializes in paraffin-free candles. Our candles are hand-poured soy/coconut wax blend. We are big on using natural products, and our customers love that about us.
Tell us about yourself
I’m a mother of 3 from Louisiana. I started making candles as a hobby after I was gifted a candle-making kit by my best friend. I would gift the candles to my friends and family before I realized I was really good at it, so I created Petillante Candle Collection. I’ve been in business since January 2021, working out of my kitchen with dreams of opening a storefront. My customers motivate me. I love receiving feedback; it pushes me to do even more.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Launching my website was a big accomplishment but receiving repeated customers is definitely the biggest accomplishment for me.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Keeping up with the competition. There are so many people out there doing the same things, so you have to find ways to stick out in the crowd, which can be very hard to do.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Surround yourself with people that motivate you.
- Stay Consistent.
- Make sure you love what you do.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://petillantecandleco.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petillantecandle/
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