Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in mental wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Paula Power, Owner of My White Dog, located in Malmesbury, UK.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
My White Dog and My White Dog Youth is a training provider dedicated to raising mental health awareness and reducing stigma and discrimination in the workplace and communities.
We support adults in business and parents and teachers in the education sector - the focus is on mental health and wellbeing. Customers in business vary from Industry, Data, Legal, and Public sectors. Supporting leaders, teams, and individuals.
Tell us about yourself
Lived the experience of a sibling who experienced anxiety at a young age which developed into psychosis, and not knowing how to help was the key motivator to starting my business. Then recognizing the impact of watching others have lightbulb moments through the training continues to be a huge motivation.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Knowing that I am doing the right thing through repeat business is always a great feeling of accomplishment. Testimonials and feedback that have made a difference in others' wellbeing.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Marketing and selling are always a huge part of business development when you are self-employed, especially when you are keen to work on the stuff that you love; recognizing this part of the process is a big learning experience.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Pick something you are passionate about; this really helps when there are peaks and troughs with business development.
- Being authentic will help to give you the edge over your competition, and of course, people buy from people. Having the strategies to manage your own wellbeing through this process is really key to your success.
- Don't be afraid to ask for help; networking is a great way to get recognized, build relationships and get the support you need.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://mywhitedog.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mywhitedogpower
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mywhitedog.pp/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mywhitedog/
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