Soap Making
Soap Making When I started making soap years ago, I never thought about starting a business. I thought I had a really cool hobby and was content. …
My first pallet
I remember the day I ordered my first pallet of oils for Alegna Soap®. The holiday season was coming up I needed to order more oils and butters. I …
Business Advice from Leaders in the Beauty Industry
Business Advice from Leaders in the Bath and Beauty Industry When I started Alegna Soap 10 years ago, I didn’t know anything about running a …
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My Kitchen Timer
I need to be more efficient with my time. Who doesn't? I decided to buy an old fashioned timer, the kind my mom had in the …
Support a Small Business Without Spending a Dime
I'm grateful for everyone who purchases a bar of soap from me. By supporting my small business, you allow me to do what I love. Did you know …
Typical Day in the Life of a Soap Maker
I started laughing as I typed "Typical day in the life of a soap maker". There is no typical day. And most days are not spent making soap. …
Staying Organized with a Full Time Job and Soap Business
People ask me all the time how I do it. I can honestly say I don't know. There are days I wonder how I keep it all together. Staying organized while …
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Running a Small Business is Hard Work
Running a small business is hard work. I don't mass manufacture my products so my prices are higher than many bath and body companies. I'm …
Typical Day in the Life of this Soap Maker
I thought you might be interested in a typical summer day in the life of this soap maker. I can't speak for all soap makers, but this is a …
Working a School Calendar. I Love Summer
I think that this exact week every year I'm grateful for the same thing. Working a school calendar. I love summer. …
Time Management
Every time I think I have my time managed, something happens and I’m off course. I realized we can all use more time management skills, …
Networking Tips from the Beauty Pros
Networking is probably one of the most important things you can do to grow your business. I reached out to the top people in the beauty and bath …