About ME!
I help people feel confident as they begin their business
You have an idea and you are ready to get started…
OR
You started a business because you wanted to… only, it’s not really working.
You want to build a business that uses your skills and passions; You want to make a difference in the world; You want to lead a happy, balanced life and successful business; But you feel scared. Will it work even work? Are you risking your family's financial security? You feel lost or unsure of where how to turn your passion into a real business.
That’s where I come in.
My passion is helping people build businesses that fulfill their souls…and their bank accounts.
I help you get your idea on paper, walk you through the startup steps and develop a plan for success you feel good about!
test your idea on paper
I will help you assess your idea. Walk through the startup steps and help you develop a plan for success you’ll feel good about.
We’ve all been there!
You are good at your craft, but this “business thing” is really dragging you down.
I can teach you solid business basics in an easy-to-understand way. No business degree or fancy language is necessary. You’ll leave with a clear guide, a list of steps to accomplish, and an understanding of how to make it happen.
I’ve been helping people start and grow businesses for 15 years. First as Network Navigator for KCSourceLink. Then as director of the Ennovation Center (kitchen and business incubator), the Director of Entrepreneurship and Small Business for the Independence Economic Development Agency.
Let’s Meet Up!
Are you local to KC? We can meet in person (I’m kid friendly!) or via zoom, or even catch one of my classes online or in person!
ONce upon a time, i was referred to as
“the stephanie experience”
I’m excited about life, business and spirituality. When I get in the flow, watch out!! Get your pen and paper out so we can make some magic happen!
I’m a personal development junkie. In my free time I listen to podcasts. I LOVE Brene and Glennon. They are my podcast besties, only they don’t know it. I’m generally addicted to business so you are most likely to catch me watching a reality show about businesses like Kitchen Nightmares or High Design. Foods That Built America is my most recent discovery and I’m geeking out.
I love people
I love my family and my animals…and my friends who could be described as both.
I love helping people and if I’m at a party and anyone is thinking about starting a business— give it time. They will find me and I can’t help pouring into them.
I’m a weirdo and I quote myself. Here are a few that you are guaranteed to hear.
““A person’s ability to successful (at any venture) is directly connected to their ability to access resources when they need them.” ”
““Successful entrepreneurs aren’t risky people.. They take calculated risks based on information and research.”
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““Hindsight is 20/20… But it doesn’t have to be your hind!” ”
““Business is the best personal development program. Your shit will always come up. It’s coming up to heal– and you can grow your business.””
If these quotes sound like work you’d like to do, check out my services page.
I have a variety of ways for us to work together.
Need a one off brainstorming session?
Want to vet your new idea before you jump in?
Need lots of help?
There are an infinite number of steps to starting a business. Check out my starting a business checklist and begin to get your thoughts in order.
Looking for some peer support and friendships with other parent entrepreneurs? I’d love to have you join the KC Parentpreneurs community on Facebook. It’s a great place to be real, raw and authentic with other people who get it. Plus I drop in regularly to provide free coaching and advice as I can.