I’ve been running my own small business since 2012, and am still learning new things all the time. Being self-employed isn’t always easy, but I absolutely love it and it has taught me so much. The thing I love most about running my own small business is that there’s always an opportunity to keep learning, there’s always a chance to learn more. When you’re self-employed, you do a lot of different jobs. Yes, I’m a marketing consultant. But I’m also an accountant, an administrator, a sales manager, a customer service rep… the list can go on.

As a small business owner, I'm responsible for all aspects of the business. This means I can do things how I want, and make my business fit in with my goals and my personal and family life. And I did just that. Being a small business owner allowed me to focus on my education part-time. It’s definitely the best decision I’ve ever made. Yes, there are lots of challenges, but the reward of starting a new career I worked really hard for is absolutely worth it.