As you may know, when I found out I was expecting Linnea, I set out on a mission to start a home-based business as a Virtual Assistant and developed No Strings Virtual Solutions. As is the case with most business ventures, it took some time to develop and get off the ground, and before I knew it, Linnea was nearly here and my world was taken over by all things baby. That's the beauty of owning your own biz- you can prioritize your life appropriately and focus on what's most important! I had a couple of project-based clients that I helped with the launch of their Web sites and blogs, but I put anything beyond that on hold as I prepared to become a mom.
My hubby went back to work on Wednesday, and I was finally settling into somewhat of a rhythm with the little one to where I would be able to start building my business and taking on clients again. That's when I saw a post on Twitter from the TomKat Studio (whose blog I've been following since I saw her on the cover of our local magazine, Go Gilbert! back in May) saying that she was seeking a virtual assistant for her paper and party business. Kim has THE CUTEST blog I've ever seen and it's clear that her business has taken off in recent months, so I jumped at the chance to be a part of it. I even had friends who saw the post and sent it to me knowing I would love it. Imagine my excitement when she e-mailed me to let me know that I was her top choice! I mean, LOOK at her adorable creations!
There are so many reasons I am so thrilled to work with her, besides the fact that she is one of the sweetest people I've ever talked to. She is immensely talented, creative and is genuinely living out her passion, and I love that kind of energy! Back when I started No Strings, my husband asked me what kind of clients I wanted to serve. I told him that I could work with almost anyone, but in a perfect world I would love to work with creative entrepreneurs- just like Kim! Her Web site was one I frequented when I needed inspiration and it also got me excited that I was having a little girl- bring on the pretty parties please! And lastly, that issue of Go Gilbert! is the only one I kept around the house because it was that article that inspired me to venture out on my own. It was only a few days after I read it that I found out I was expecting- and you can bet it gave me the confidence I needed that I could handle being an entrepreneur AND a good mom too!
So who would have thunk that a couple of months after our little one was born that I would be working with the very person who inspired me to start my own business? It will never cease to amaze me the way that God orchestrates things in our lives. We NEVER know just how good His plan can be until we find ourselves in the midst of it! And I am sure there is so much more amazingness to come! For now, I am looking forward to helping this successful, creative business owner and fellow mom build her company and realize its full potential. Cheers to Kim and the TomKat Studio!
Congratulations Andrea! You're amazing and I am so excited for you!
Posted by: Cheryl | 02/07/2010 at 01:28 PM
Congratulations!! What an exciting adventure! I wish you (and Kim) nothing but the very, very best!
Cheers!
p.s. Love, love, love your blog. Adding it immediately to my daily dose of fun.
Cheers and Blessings!
Brooke
Posted by: Brooke | 02/08/2010 at 10:55 AM
Congrats! I was lucky enough to have met Kim this fall and of course had to buy one of her amazing frames! She is so sweet so I know you will have the greatest time teaming up with her! Your blog looks lovely and I just added it to my list.
Congrats!
Heidi
Posted by: Heidi | 02/08/2010 at 04:34 PM
Congrats! And best of luck!
Kim
http://frostmeblog.blogspot.com
Posted by: Kim | 02/08/2010 at 05:09 PM
CONGRATULATIONS!!! There is no better person to work with then Kim!!! I met her in college when our husbands (then boyfriends) lived together off campus. She was so sweet from day 1!!! Best wishes on your new endeavor with her!!!
Posted by: Lorie | 02/08/2010 at 07:12 PM
Congratulations! I adore Kim too!
Posted by: Jodee Leader | 02/08/2010 at 08:28 PM
It truly does seem like a match made in heaven-congrats!
Posted by: robin | 02/08/2010 at 11:15 PM
Super! I am so happy for you!
XOXO
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Posted by: Frenchy chick | 02/15/2010 at 04:35 PM