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September 2018
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HOW ONE FACEBOOK POST TURNED INTO A BUSINESS
The Story Behind My Side Hustle: Claire Court Designs
When I started Claire Court Designs in 2014, I had no real intention of making it into something big. As a matter of fact, I never intended Claire Court Designs to exist. When my husband and I moved into our home, we had a desperate need for wall art. It may sound silly, but there’s something comforting about walking in the door to a well-decorated home. There’s a sense of harmony when everything in your house flows together. For me, I think that warmth increases when the decor is personal. But when we started this venture, it wasn’t because we wanted something intimate. We just needed something on the walls and didn’t want to invest a ton of money into something generic.
I think the pieces are so desirable because they aren’t something generic you can get off the shelf at a big-box store. We apply ourselves to creating something special and meaningful. For example, for one of my clients, we recreated the handwriting of a family member to transfer their words onto wood and create an heirloom. I then painted it and made sure every detail was exactly as if the person had done it themselves. You can’t get that at Hobby Lobby. I love working this as a part-time venture, but it would all be for naught without the love and support of my husband. He’s the one part I need to make this business work. I think a side business like this can often create a strain on
“Our company is an extension of our marriage.”
My husband built a frame for our first piece, and I
those who do it, but it has drawn my husband and me closer together. Our company is an extension of our marriage. We’re a team when we’re raising kids. We’re a team when we run our home. And we’re a team when we operate this business. Our marriage wouldn’t work if we weren’t mutually invested, and neither would Claire Court Designs. Luckily for me, I have a man of integrity and passionate support standing right by me as we try to make something meaningful for people. The opportunities this business has opened for our family are nothing short of incredible; it helps us both artistically and financially. It has allowed a single-income family to pay for ballet lessons and volleyball camps, and we even took a much-needed trip to Disneyland. If you’re interested in starting your own side venture, I’d like to leave you with a parting tip. Strive to be genuinely unique and creative in what you do. Don’t crumble under pressure to copy what else is out there. Go with your strengths, and you’ll find success and joy in what you do. It worked for me, and I hope it works for you.
painted it. After our project was complete, I proudly posted it on Facebook. What happened next was an
outpouring of support I still find overwhelming to this day. My friends started asking me if I could make them art for their homes. The requests kept coming, so I decided to turn my new hobby into a business. We got a business license, and my husband and I each spent our free time doing our own parts of the projects. I’m the artist, and he’s the builder.
– Nellie Coleman
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The Pullman Strike and the Origin of Labor Day How a Railroad Protest Laid the Foundation for a National Holiday
Today, Labor Day mostly means a day off and the closure of public pools. But when it was first created, it was a president’s desperate attempt to curb the tension after one of the most violent strike breakups in American history. In the late 19th century, the workers of the Pullman Company, which manufactured luxury train cars, all lived in a company-owned town. George Pullman, the owner, lived in a mansion overlooking houses, apartments, and crammed-together barracks, all of which were rented by the thousands of workers needed for the operation. For some time, the town operated without a hitch, providing decent wages for the workers while netting the higher-ups millions of dollars. But after the economic depression of the 1890s brought the country to its knees, everything changed. George Pullman slashed his workers’ wages by nearly 30 percent, but he neglected to adjust the rent on the company-owned buildings in turn. As a result, life became untenable in the town, with workers struggling to maintain the barest standards of living for themselves and their families.
In response, the workers began a strike on May 11, 1894. As the event ramped up, it gained the support of the powerful American Railway Union (ARU). But Pullman, stubborn as he was, barely acknowledged the strike was happening, and he refused to meet with the organizers. The tension increased when Eugene Debs, the president of the American Railway Union, organized a boycott against any trains that included Pullman cars. The strike continued to escalate until workers and Pullman community members managed to stop the trains from running.
Eventually, President Grover Cleveland sent in soldiers to break up the strike. Violence ensued, with soldiers making a great effort to quell the strike at its core. By the time the violence ended, 30 people had lost their lives and an estimated $80 million in damages had been caused throughout the town.
A few months later, President Grover Cleveland declared Labor Day a federal holiday. Many experts believe that this act was an effort to build rapport among his pro- labor constituents after handling the incident so poorly. This month, as you fire up the barbecue and enjoy your day off, take a moment to remember the workers who fought for labor rights in our country.
Why Settle for Just a Home, When Your Agent Can Find You a Job as Well?
When I was looking to relocate from Denver a couple of years back, I had very little idea of what to expect. I was speaking with a friend about possible locations to start my next adventure, and she mentioned how much she loved her time at Boise State during her undergrad. It surprised me because I was one of those people who almost forgot Idaho was even a state. I decided to try out a long weekend in Boise to see what the city had to offer. Like for so many others, the illustrious charm of this beautiful city sucked me in, and I knew moving here wasn’t a question of if, but when. Starting a transition like this is always a challenge, but having bought two homes at that point in my life, I knew I needed a good REALTOR®. I connected with Andy at Realty ONE Group in probably the most unique of ways. Andy was actually transitioning out of his career in physical therapy into real estate full time. I was looking for a job at a physical therapy clinic, and what transpired was almost an act of fate. Andy gave me his job, and he got to work on finding me a house.
Having someone who knows the area and has your best interests at heart is a real game-changer when you’re trying to find a house. Andy was super patient, took my lifestyle requests into account, and
provided a seamless process for me to find a perfect place here. The market was as hot as it is today back in October of last year, but Andy worked his magic and found a perfect home that accepted a contingent offer on my house in Denver. I’d recommend Andy to anyone who needs an agent. He’s efficient, helpful, and an awesome guy to work with. I needed a house and a job, and Andy got me both. Not many people can say that.
– Ryan Hasten
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Welcome to the gig economy, where your side hustle is the new path to financial freedom. Just last year, the Freelancers Union released a study showing that 36 percent of the American workforce operates a side business. In the cover, we learn how Nellie used authenticity and passion to build her empire. Here are three ways in which you can take your next small idea and turn it into something big. The farmers market is a full-blown Saturday morning tradition, and reserving a space to show off and distribute your goods in person is easier than ever. The benefit of farmers markets is the ability to cater to a particular demographic and guaranteed exposure. You know your custom creation will be seen by hundreds of people. Better yet, you don’t have to rely on slick marketing or a bag of tricks to find potential buyers. FARMERS MARKET
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Promoting a personally crafted project on social media can be far more appealing to buyers than a big conglomerate’s goods. Humans crave originality and love to support personal ventures. If you’re willing to put yourself out there, you might find that a side gig rooted in authentic creations can be insanely profitable.
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8 slices of bread (Pullman works best)
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8 ounces ham, thinly sliced
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1/2 pound Swiss cheese, sliced
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano)
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1/4 cup apricot preserves
Everyone wants the opportunity to generate another income, but not everyone is willing to put themselves out there as a personal brand. Shopify allows you to design your own online store complete with payment processing and even order tracking. If you don’t have a product to sell, you can dropship other items from third-party retailers as if they were your own. The modern economy provides an opportunity for everyone to find a market to sell something, and a side hustle is a great way to generate money for a down payment. If you’re interested in learning more about how to raise money for your next home purchase, contact your agent today.
1. Butter each slice of bread on the outsides and sprinkle with Parmesan. 2. Layer ham and cheese evenly on top of 4 slices of bread. 3. Spread apricot preserves and mustard across the other 4 slices. Press sandwiches together. 4. In a cast-iron skillet or large sauté pan over medium heat, grill sandwiches until golden, about 3 minutes per side. 5. Cut in half and serve.
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Oinkers That Saved Their Owners’ Bacon That'll Do, Pig
More and more Americans are keeping pigs as pets than ever before. With their keen intelligence, laid-back amiability, goofy snorts, and, of course, their stubby little legs, it’s no surprise that people take to these plump, fuzzy animals. And here’s an extra bonus: Apparently, they also save lives! Take the aptly-named Lucky , for example. When Illinois resident Ina Farler woke up to the frantic porcine screams of her best friend, she knew something was up. “He would jump down, run to the door, and then jump back on the bed and hit me really hard,” she told Chicago 5 News. “When I sat up, I realized the room was really smoky.” Her house was ablaze, and her room was quickly turning into an oven. But thanks to Lucky, she was able to grab her two grandchildren, escape from the house, and call the fire department to stifle the blaze before it took down the entire property. Lucky isn’t the only hog to have saved the day. Jo Ann and Jack Altsman adopted Lulu the pot-bellied pig after baby-sitting her for their daughter. Lulu grew to be great pals with Bear, the family’s
American Eskimo dog. When Jo Ann suffered a heart attack while her husband was away on a fishing trip and no one else was around, Bear and Lulu teamed up to rescue their beloved owner. Sensing something was up, Bear barked furiously to get the attention of Lulu , who was out in the yard. Though she’d never come into the house from the yard before, she crammed her bulk through the much-too-small doggie door. In the process, she scraped her belly badly, drawing blood, but she pressed on in order to check on Jo Ann. Realizing that something was seriously wrong, she slammed back through the doggie door and scrambled out into the road, where she lay down. Lulu eventually convinced one conscientious motorist to slow down and see what the commotion was about. He found Jo Ann unconscious in her home and quickly dialed 911. Though Lulu wasn’t allowed in the ambulance, her owner was rescued and recovered after an intense open-heart surgery. And, of course, Lulu got patched up too!
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