Cyndi Prince's guest appearances

Cyndi Prince

The Beehive Product Launch Show

Artisans Who Wholesale hosted by Stefa Normantas

Kara Goldin

Matt Beaudoin

Felena Hanson

Sarah Kunst

Kim Ades

Kristen Ley

Molly Gordon

Michael Gaffney

Sharon Bolt

Kristen Robinson

Ade Hassan

Nancy Marshall

Malene Barnett

Shunta Grant

Susan Burns

OwlTail

Episode 10‘Will this sink my business?’ Almost every business owner has had that disaster moment. Cyndi Prince had hers early on in her business. Listen in on how she got through a packaging disaster to grow a business that is sustainable in more ways than one. With a background in science and art, she’s navigated both the practical and creative needs of her business. In this episode, she’ll share her story and seasoned advice for entrepreneurs and artisans at any stage!A little about CyndiCyndi Prince is the founder of LooHoo, LLC, a Maine-based company that makes and sells LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls, a reusable, energy-saving alternative to dryer sheets for those that are concerned with protecting their family’s health and the environment. Cyndi began her entrepreneur journey by completing business development courses including New Ventures through Women, Work &amp; Community.She has been a recipient for a MTI Seed Grant Award, the Eileen Fisher Grant, a SPANX by Sara Blakely "Leg Up" Promotion winner and featured entrepreneur and was selected as the SBA 2014 Home-Based Business Award for Maine and New England. She resided in Camden, Maine with her husband Scott and their son Graham.To learn more about Cyndi and her company, you can visit www.loo-hoo.com or email Cyndi at cyndi@loo-hoo.com.TipsYou can’t do it alone—you need the support of other people. Not just people you pay, but those that can cheer you on.For acquiring new buyers, look at other businesses that have a non-competing product and ask for introductions or connections. Or pair together to do joint cross-promoting giveaways on social media.Ask for help and be open to receiving that helpHave something else to go to—something different—that allows you to come back to your business fully rechargedRecommended ResourcesBook:  Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of DoneHealthy Habit: Regular exercise, eating healthy, getting good sleep. It’s the simple things, but important!Quotable“You need to surround yourself with amazing people and be able to let that evolve.”“Stick with it—it will continue to get better and you’ll figure out those hurdles and they won’t be so difficult.”“If you’re in it for the long haul, it so worth it. It’s a tough journey and challenging, but so rewarding.”

<h4>Episode 10</h4>‘Will this sink my business?’ Almost every business owner has had that disaster moment. Cyndi Prince had hers early on in her business. Listen in on how she got through a packaging disaster to grow a business that is sustainable in more ways than one. With a background in science and art, she’s navigated both the practical and creative needs of her business. In this episode, she’ll share her story and seasoned advice for entrepreneurs and artisans at any stage!A little about CyndiCyndi Prince is the founder of LooHoo, LLC, a Maine-based company that makes and sells LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls, a reusable, energy-saving alternative to dryer sheets for those that are concerned with protecting their family’s health and the environment. Cyndi began her entrepreneur journey by completing business development courses including New Ventures through Women, Work &amp; Community.She has been a recipient for a MTI Seed Grant Award, the Eileen Fisher Grant, a SPANX by Sara Blakely "Leg Up" Promotion winner and featured entrepreneur and was selected as the SBA 2014 Home-Based Business Award for Maine and New England. She resided in Camden, Maine with her husband Scott and their son Graham.To learn more about Cyndi and her company, you can visit <a href="https://www.loo-hoo.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.loo-hoo.com </a>or email Cyndi at <a href="mailto:cyndi@loo-hoo.com">cyndi@loo-hoo.com</a>.Tips<ul><li>You can’t do it alone—you need the support of other people. Not just people you pay, but those that can cheer you on.</li><li>For acquiring new buyers, look at other businesses that have a non-competing product and ask for introductions or connections. Or pair together to do joint cross-promoting giveaways on social media.</li><li>Ask for help and be open to receiving that help</li><li>Have something else to go to—something different—that allows you to come back to your business fully recharged</li></ul>Recommended ResourcesBook: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Finish-Give-Yourself-Gift-Done/dp/1591847621" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done</a>Healthy Habit: Regular exercise, eating healthy, getting good sleep. It’s the simple things, but important!Quotable<ul><li>“You need to surround yourself with amazing people and be able to let that evolve.”</li><li>“Stick with it—it will continue to get better and you’ll figure out those hurdles and they won’t be so difficult.”</li><li>“If you’re in it for the long haul, it so worth it. It’s a tough journey and challenging, but so rewarding.”</li></ul>

Sustaining A Business—How To Stick With It with Cyndi Prince, LooHoo

Cyndi Prince is the founder of LooHoo, LLC, a Maine-based company. She created LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls, which are reusable, energy-saving alternatives to dryer sheets.  The product was designed specifically for those who are concerned about protecting both their family’s health and the environment.  Cyndi has been awarded a SPANX by Sara Blakely "Leg Up" Promotion, was selected as the SBA Business Award and was a recipient of the Eileen Fisher Woman-Owned Business Grant. Cyndi's journey is really interesting.  She created her product based on a need that she discovered during a transitional time in her life. There's a really important lesson to be learned here.  New product or service ideas can be discovered by asking two simple questions:  1) What needs arise as a result of transition in life; and 2) are there compelling and innovative ways to solve those needs through a product or service?  Her Philosophy Build an incredible team.  Surround yourself with amazing people. Her Advice to Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs  Just start. Keep going for it no matter how many road blocks you hit. Ask questions.  People are out there to help.  You just have to ask the right questions.  Keep asking and keep knocking on doors. Focus on sales and get a lot of practice selling things.  This is crucial , especially with product based businesses. 

Cyndi Prince is the founder of LooHoo, LLC, a Maine-based company. She created LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls, which are reusable, energy-saving alternatives to dryer sheets.  The product was designed specifically for those who are concerned about protecting both their family’s health and the environment.  Cyndi has been awarded a SPANX by Sara Blakely "Leg Up" Promotion, was selected as the SBA Business Award and was a recipient of the Eileen Fisher Woman-Owned Business Grant. Cyndi's journey is really interesting.  She created her product based on a need that she discovered during a transitional time in her life. There's a really important lesson to be learned here.  New product or service ideas can be discovered by asking two simple questions:  1) What needs arise as a result of transition in life; and 2) are there compelling and innovative ways to solve those needs through a product or service?  Her Philosophy Build an incredible team.  Surround yourself with amazing people. Her Advice to Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs <ul> <li>Just start.</li> <li>Keep going for it no matter how many road blocks you hit.</li> <li>Ask questions.  People are out there to help.  You just have to ask the right questions.  Keep asking and keep knocking on doors.</li> <li>Focus on sales and get a lot of practice selling things.  This is crucial , especially with product based businesses.</li> </ul>

48:  Cyndi Prince Created LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls