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Designer Spotlight: Venus Parker

By Tracy Matthews | June 7, 2013

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. I a former public school music teacher and a professional violinist. I have always related music to everything…

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Are you paying yourself a Salary Every month? 5 actions to guarantee you get paid first.

By Tracy Matthews | June 4, 2013

Last month, I enjoyed a glass of wine with one of the community members of F&TA while she was visiting NYC. I’ve been following her for about a year now…

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Designer Spotlight: Katie Rose

By Tracy Matthews | May 31, 2013

A brief story of what you do and why you do it? I did a year of service in Denver at a preschool shortly after I finished my undergrad. I…

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The inside scoop: when should I hire a Contractor vs. an Employee?

By Tracy Matthews | May 27, 2013

Robin and I hear this all of the time:: “I feel so overwhelmed! I want to pull my hair out because I have so many things to do. I know…

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Designer Spotlight: Christina Torchia

By Tracy Matthews | May 24, 2013

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. I use my jewelry design as an outlet. I have been crafting from a young age and have…

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You ARE worth it!

By Robin Kramer | May 21, 2013

I just love our F&TA community of jewelry designers! There is so much support, sharing and love for one another… it’s truly awesome. A few topics having been popping up…

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Designer Spotlight: Leonor Heleno

By Tracy Matthews | May 17, 2013

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. I am a mathematician by career, and I needed to do now something more artistic and creative! I…

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Be careful what you wish for… cuz you just might get it!

By Robin Kramer | May 14, 2013

I love a good wish (business or otherwise) and I especially love having a sales goal/wish and going after it! I have been fortunate to have many wishes come true,…

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Designer Spotlight: Justine Standaert

By Tracy Matthews | May 10, 2013

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. I make colorful & eco-friendly jewelry. I want my pieces to be wearable and sustainable that's why I…

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The 5 signs that you know your are in the right place with your jewerly biz

By Tracy Matthews | May 7, 2013

Today, we Robin & I wanted to talk about how to know you are in the right place. Having your own business can be exhilarating, rewarding and fun! However, at…

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