IndieBungalow’s Jody Olivier: Sometimes No Plan is The Best Plan

Jody Olivier’s motto is “If I can’t find it, I’ll make it.” From pegged jeans in high school to global textile lampshades, she’s always taken matters into her own hands to fulfill her fashion and decor dreams since her teenage years. She didn’t dream of starting a textile business, but by following her gut and figuring things out along the way, she’s built a booming brand and shares all from working from home tips to delegating tasks to grow. Tips and Tricks If you’re starting a business that sells products, take a deep look at shipping costs and challenges. Jody shifted stopped selling lampshades after learning the difficulty of safely sending them to clients across the country. Passion is the most important ingredient to build a small business. Be sure you’re extremely excited about your idea or company to stay motivated even when times get tough. Know what you’re good at and what’s holding your business back. Find somebody to help with things that aren’t your forte to free up your time to grow the biz.