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LA’TICIA BEATTY
Speaklife
Durham, NC
What’s the one thing you wish you knew when you started out?
La’Ticia: I wish i knew that it takes more than hard work. It also takes faith.
When tough times come (and it does) that’s not the time to quit. That’s the
time to believe.
How do you balance the roles of entrepreneur and mom?
La’Ticia: I truly thank God for having two awesome boys that are very active
in spots and gifted in academics. In the beginning it was really hard. I missed
some important games but when i was able to hire staff and develop a support
system being a Mompreneur hasn’t been so bad but it takes time.
Share one business goal you’ve reached that you’re really proud of
La’Ticia: The one business goal that I’ve reach that I’m truly proud of is being
able to teach , empower and inspire other business owners to keep going.

LORI HOBSON
Finding Your Beauty with Dr. Lori
Hampton, Virginia
What’s the one thing you wish you knew when you started out?
Lori: I wish I had known who would provide the best help for me in my business. I worked with a few business coaches that did not deliver what I really
needed. I have to admit that it took a while for me to learn what I needed.
How do you balance the roles of entrepreneur and mom?
Lori: I got custody of my youngest Goddaughter, Kirstin, when she was 16.
I did not have children of my own but I was very active in parenting both of
my Goddaughters. Going from free and single to single parent overnight is
overwhelming. I was also working full time. Once I got used to the added responsibilities, I added new challenges like: finishing my first book, developing
and delivering workshops, going back to school, training as a speaker etc. I
started my full time life coaching business after Kirstin was grown.
Share one business goal you’ve reached that you’re really proud of
Lori: I no longer work primarily out of my home. I have space in a professional office building complete with all of the amenities. Now when someone calls
my receptionist answers with “Be president of you own fan club. Dr. Lori’s
office. May I help you?”

March / April 2015

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