Iyia and Jayde discuss how Iyia started her gift box business, Celebration Box. They talk about the bootstrapping techniques Iyia employed to start the business with limited funds, including partnering with a talented cake maker and using influencer marketing. They also discuss the challenges they faced, such as logistics and perishable items, and the lessons they learned along the way. In this conversation, the host and guest discuss various challenges and learning experiences in running a business, including shipping issues, logistical problems, and mistakes with orders. They also talk about the importance of marketing, leveraging partnerships and networks, and building a strong team. The guest shares advice for starting a gift box business and emphasizes the need to take action and learn from feedback. Takeaways Starting a business with limited funds requires creative strategies and partnerships. Influencer marketing can be a powerful tool for growing a business. Logistics and handling perishable items can be challenging for gift box businesses. Adapting and learning from mistakes is crucial for success in entrepreneurship. Running a business involves facing various challenges and learning from them. Marketing is essential for attracting customers, and influencer marketing can be effective. Building partnerships and networks can help grow a business quickly. Having a strong team with defined roles is important for efficient operations. Starting a business requires taking action and learning from feedback. Work-life balance can be achieved by prioritizing and adapting to different life stages. Pride can be felt in the success of a business and achieving personal goals. Teaching and inspiring others can be a fulfilling passion. Keywords gift box business, bootstrapping techniques, limited funds, partnership, influencer marketing, challenges, logistics, perishable items, lessons learned, business challenges, shipping issues Make It Happen Website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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