Helping Women to Build Successful Businesses

What is your name?

Erica Brooks

Are you currently heading a woman-owned business?

Yes

If you are in business, what is the name of your business?

A Woman in Business

Where did you get your idea for your business or the business you'd like to start?

I wanted to own my own business to be able to stay at home with my children while still contributing financially to my household. While searching for ways to do that I came across many resources that I wanted to share with other women with similiar interests.

Where is (will) your business located? (City and State)

Glen Burnie, MD

If you already have a website, what is the address for your business?

http://www.awomaninbusiness.com

How long have you been in business? (Or when do you plan to open?)

6 years

How many employees do you have, if any?

0

What is your annual revenue?

I choose not to disclose

Describe your product or service, or the product you plan to introduce to the market.

Business tools and resources including business and networking opportunities, teleseminars, website design builder, newsletter solutions and more.

I also own Stress Away Gift Shop which offers all occasion gift solutions for business and personal gift giving.

How did you (or plan to) fund your business startup?

personal savings

What was (is) the biggest hurdle in getting your business off the ground?

Time

What would you advise other women interested in starting a similar business?

Research your business, develop a business plan, develop and follow a clear plan of daily action, stay focused on your niche.

What has been your biggest mistake?

Not marketing properly in the beginning.

What has been your smartest move?

Never giving up and being open to making necessary changes.

Are you willing to answer questions from other women business owners about your business?

Yes