We are thrilled to be partnering with Client Creatives (www.clientcreatives) for a contest that puts the spotlight on parents who were inspired by their families to become business owners.  For some, the decision to start a business is born out of a need to supply a product or service that their own family needed in some way and couldn’t find.  For others, it is the flexibility to find more balance in their lives. 

The decision to become a business owner is a major one.  Failure rates for small businesses are high and the demands can be overwhelming.  And yet, more and more people are making the decision to pursue their dreams and open up shop anyway. 

Join us on Facebook for details about the sweepstakes or visit www.clientcreatives.com.  Several business owners will be selected for interviews on our site and to take part in our next live discussion.   One winner will be selected, at random, to receive up to $500 worth of promotional items or a custom branding package for their business from Client Creatives a marketing company for small businesses and nonprofits.  

Good Luck!

More Events Coming in 2010

Our 2009 event was a huge success with the participation of prize-winning author and investigative reporter Peg Tyre, author of "The Trouble with Boys"; media magnet Lenore Skenazy, author of "Free Range Kids"; Teen author, Vanessa Van Petten, author of "You're Grounded!" and other nationally recognized authors.   This year, we're continuing our online book club for parents by focusing on authors and experts that deal with issues related to our families.  Last year's eight-week summit was a huge success because we were able to include a broad range of topics--from step-parenting, to connecting with teenagers, to the importance of free play for our young children. 

We don't believe that there is any one “right” way to raise kids—what worked so well with your first born may not work at all with your next child.  We believe parenthood can be challenging and rewarding at the same time and that the one thing we don’t need is any more guilt about how we’re doing things.    

This year we are continuing to bring parents, teachers and authors together, and want to expand our format to include panel discussions. 

Access to our site, and our live calls remains free.  Just join our community to be notified of upcoming events, opportunities to participate online, and access to recorded content after the event.  We look forward to hosting relevant, timely discussions on issues that affect our families and expanding our network of parents, educators and kids. 

Feel free to recommend books to us, or volunteer a review of a book we are featuring. 

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