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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Canvas n’ Color

Owner Christy Tureta shares what it is like to run a painting studio.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Christy Tureta, the owner of Canvas n’ Color. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Christy Tureta: Since we are so new, the hardest thing is getting people to know that we are open. It is hard to get the word out to the community at large. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Tureta: I go to work and I just paint everyday. It is such a relaxing, positive and fun environment. As a former principal, it is quite the opposite, although I enjoyed that. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? Tureta: It is like a little secret because there is so much. It has a small town feel but yet we have everything that the city…

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Canvas n' Color

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Dicksons Tae Kwondo Plus

Owner Bob Dickson shares what it is like to run a martial arts center.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Bob Dickson, who owns Dicksons Tae Kwondo Plus. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Bob Dickson: There is not that much that’s hard about doing business in Acworth. It is a very welcoming environment and we’ve actually been very well received by the community throughout the years that we’ve been here. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Dickson: Taking people from the idea that they can’t do what we do to the realization that they absolutely can. And it’s fun. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? Dickson: It’s people. It is one of the most welcoming environments that I have ever been around. I have been in…

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Dicksons Tae Kwondo Plus

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Clear Summit Realty

Owner Ken Jones shares what it is like to run a real estate company.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Ken Jones, who owns Clear Summit Realty. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Ken Jones: I think the hardest thing is getting the word out there and letting folks know how to contact you. It is hard to get your name and presence out there and let people know you have a good business. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Jones: The best thing is helping people. There is nothing better than helping folks either purchase or sell a home. It is the gratification of knowing that you did something good for somebody. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? Jones: Acworth has a good small-town feel but yet you’re close …

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Clear Summit Realty

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Salon Anastasia

Owner Anastasia Ragland shares what it is like to run a hair salon.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Anastasia Ragland, owner of Salon Anastasia. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Anastasia Ragland: I have to wear so many hats. When you are a small business owner you cover all job descriptions. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Ragland: I get to communicate with the community. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? Ragland: It is a good place to raise a family. I’m not originally from here, but I do raise my family here. Acworth Patch: Why did you choose to open up your business in Acworth? Ragland: It was kind of random actually. I didn’t really intend to be here. My husband came to Acworth and I …

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Salon Anastasia

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Small Business Q&A: A Peace of Mind Prep Academy

Owner Brenda Carroll shares what it is like to run a day care.

Acworth Patch Contributor April Zlotnik spoke with Brenda Carroll, owner of A Peace of Mind Prep Academy. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Brenda Carroll: The hardest thing is the marketing and getting clients into the daycare. If we can get the right marketing then we will have higher numbers of children at the daycare Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Carroll: Working with the kids, educating them and having fun while we do it. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? Carroll: It is a small community. Acworth is not that big. Acworth Patch: Why did you choose to open up your business in Acworth? Carroll: The location. It was close to the expressway and …

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A Peace of Mind Prep Academy

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Woodstock Furniture Outlet

Owner Brian Aaron shares what it is like to own a furniture store.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Brian Aaron, owner of Woodstock Furniture Outlet. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Brian Aaron: The hardest thing for a lot of us in the past several years has been the economy. I don’t think it’s very relevant to Acworth. There is nothing negative specific to where we are located. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Aaron: The best thing about my job is it’s like Christmas every day. I really enjoy working with people, like our staff, customers and vendors. We are in the furniture business so every day we get different stuff in. It’s not the same old stuff. It changes day by day, hour to hour. It is very diverse. …

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Woodstock Furniture Outlet

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Small Business Q&A: R&D Printing

Owner Richard Hight shares what it is like to run a printing business.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Richard Hight, the owner of R&D Printing. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Richard Hight: I don’t have any problems. My business is in the back of an industrial park and we do very well. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Hight: I like having the freedom and ability to make decisions on my own. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? Hight: I like the small-town feel of Acworth. Acworth Patch: Why did you choose to open up your business in Acworth? Hight: Because of the proximity of all the people that work for me. It’s a good location, because it is close to all of my workers. For 25 years my business …

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R&D Printing

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Artistic Designs Embroidery

Owner Deborah Hampton shares what it is like to run an embroidery store.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Deborah Hampton, who owns Artistic Designs Embroidery. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Deborah Hampton: There is nothing hard about it. There are a lot of people in the embroidery business. We pride ourselves on quality and customer service over price. Everybody can get a job done cheaply, but is the quality right? Our reputation speaks for itself with the quality, customer service, and fast turn around. All those things far outweigh getting the cheapest price. Our customers don’t have to worry; they will get their items on time. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Hampton: Customer satisfaction. Acworth Patch: What …

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Artistic Designs Embroidery

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream

Owner Kathy Dejoseph shares what it is like to run an ice cream shop.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Kathy Dejoseph, a franchise owner of Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Kathy Dejoseph: Being a small business in this economy, we don’t have the benefit of mass buying or bulk buying. So, in this economy, our cost of goods has gone up at the same time our customer base has gotten smaller and is spending less. We had a profit margin three years ago on the success of our business and now we don’t. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? Dejoseph: The independence. Being your own business is the best part because you have control over what you can control. Also, we are a community based business. When I…

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Maggie Moo's Ice Cream

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Small Business Q&A: Vintage Bottle Shop

Co-owner Jamey McGuire shares what it is like to run a package store.

Acworth Patch contributor April Zlotnik talked with Jamey McGuire, who owns Vintage Bottle Shop with his father Jim McGuire. Acworth Patch: What's the hardest thing about being a small-business owner in Acworth? Jamey McGuire: Reinventing your business to bring in new customers and new clients. Acworth Patch: What's the best thing about your job? McGuire: Serving the customers, selling the new products, and having the repeat customers come in. I like seeing their friendly faces on a regular basis. Acworth Patch: What is the best thing about Acworth? McGuire: Seeing it grow. I have lived here since 1970. It’s come a long way. There is a lot of diversity, which is good. There are a lot of new restaurants in the downtown area. I have enjoyed …

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Vintage Bottle Shop

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