Starting a Business

Wow! So far this process has been one of the most exciting, exhausting, nerve-wracking and fulfilling adventures I have ever been on! Owning a flower shop has been a dream of mine for close to 10 years but I have found myself getting caught up in the "business" side of it. When I started researching on how to start a floral business, I was quickly consumed with taxes, business permits, wholesale accounts, blah, blah, blah! :) I know the creative side of the business - types of flowers, how to design, proper care of fresh flowers and plants, etc. But I knew that if I was ever going to start and operate a successful business, I would need to know just as much about the business side of it. I took my time and made lots of lists and have gradually gotten to the point where I feel prepared to start this new adventure. I started this blog and set up my business Facebook page last night (April 12) and I already have received such a positive response from local friends and family! I get so excited when I get one more person to became a fan!! I thank you all for the encouraging words and for those of you who have already placed orders! I still have plenty of tasks to get crossed off my list so I better get back to work!