From Financial Struggles to Business Wins

From Financial Struggles to Business Wins

We continue March Meet the Maker Challenge with the question “Explain the challenges and wins of your business” For 16 years of business there have been countless challenges but the first way to frame them was to believe everything is able to be figured out. 

Building Genuine Connections: Lessons from ‘Never Eat Alone’

Building Genuine Connections: Lessons from ‘Never Eat Alone’

“Never Eat Alone” by Keith Ferrazzi and Tahl Raz redefines networking as a lifestyle choice rather than a business tactic. It emphasizes generosity, consistent relationship-building, and leveraging social media while offering timeless advice on mentorship. The author advocates for cultivating connections proactively and cherishes community as essential for personal and professional success.

Understanding Toxic Personalities: Types and Effects

Understanding Toxic Personalities: Types and Effects

The author, a self-identified introvert who values conversation, discusses the impact of emotionally toxic individuals, labeling them as energy-drainers. They describe various categories such as Irresponsible Ivan and Emotional Vampire Edith, emphasizing the need to minimize exposure to these people for emotional well-being and personal growth.

Turning Failures into Business Success: Key Insights

Turning Failures into Business Success: Key Insights

Continuing with March Meet the Maker challenge, today the question is talk about trials and errors. Reading is a constant thing in my life… from blogs, posts, journals, to books… I want to get as much insight into life as i can.  And especially I 

Celebrating 3 Years at Our New Studio

Celebrating 3 Years at Our New Studio

In March 2026, it will be three years since the studio relocated from the Artcraft Building to the Cleveland Twist Drill. The new space, while smaller and more expensive, offers supportive management and a community of artists. Despite missing the old studio’s size and location, they appreciate the current environment’s security.

Surveillance and Convenience: The Shift in Urban Parking Solutions

Surveillance and Convenience: The Shift in Urban Parking Solutions

A few weeks ago Steve and I joined another couple for a professional hockey game in downtown Cleveland. The parking lot attached to the arena was full, so we drove to the next closest parking lot where we discovered there is only 1 person working