The Magic of Tiny Business

Introduction

Almost thirty years ago, when my acting career filled seats but not my bank account and new responsibilities arrived in the form of a baby, I needed to change direction. I wanted to put my family first, generate a good income, and do something that would make an impact. I didn’t want the pressure that comes with a competitive position and a dictated work schedule. Jobs in the corporate world with windows (and doors!) that never opened felt deadening to me. I naively thought it would be easier to start something myself.

I Call Myself a Reluctant Entrepreneur

Find success, take charge of my own schedule, and make money—as easy as 1-2-3!

I grew up in a retail family business: Milt’s Army and Navy in Bloomfield, Connecticut. My father ...