Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Tamika Newhouse, Founder of Lit Diaries, located in Atlanta, GA, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Our Lit Diaries journey started with a pop-up event hosted by me. I'm the founder of the African Americans on the Move Book Club, Inc. (AAMBC). The event was held just two months before the pandemic hit. It featured creative black women in publishing and film, providing them a safe space to share their journeys and create authentically. The purpose of this event was to dare women to dream and heal together through intimate conversations - sort of like the way you would engage with your personal diary. The energy from this event was so positive and palpable, and it was immediately apparent that our work with Lit Diaries was just beginning. Through surveying the event attendees and our extensive network of over 15,000 Creatives affiliated with AAMBC, we discovered the strong need and desire for a physical space dedicated to literary arts entertainment within the African American population.
Tell us about yourself
My passion for writing and literature led me to start Lit Diaries, a platform for writers and readers to connect and share their love for the written word. My mission was to create a space where diverse voices could be heard and celebrated. What motivates me each day is the knowledge that I'm making a difference in the lives of writers and readers. The joy I receive from hearing the stories of how Lit Diaries has inspired others to pursue their creative passions drives me to continue to grow and expand the platform. I am passionate about the power of storytelling and its ability to bring people together, and this is what fuels my commitment to Lit Diaries.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Being able to connect the dots for aspiring writers who lack the resources and knowledge to explore their dreams.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Well, of course, money lol. You have to stay on it to make sure contact revenue is flowing through the doors.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Study your concept.
- Identify your demand.
- Monetize that demand.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://ourlitdiaries.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourlitdiaries
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourlitdiaries/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ourlitdiaries
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lit-diaries/
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