CLEVER STREAK / BANNERBITZ
Bio
My name is Anne Maybus. I am a mother of 3 teenagers so life is swinging along subject to the whims of their hormones. I live in rural Victoria and love it. We are bossed around by our dog and fat cat. I have a background in Human Resource Development specialising in personal development and change management. I have also trained as a colour and style consultant.
Now I create web banners and write articles/blogs for other businesses. I work directly with women in home based and small businesses. I enjoy helping them reach their full potential personally and professionally.
What is your business name and your website url?
Clever Streak – www.cleverstreak.com
Banner Bitz – www.bannerbitz.com
How long have you been in business?
I have been in business for a few years now, with various online businesses. Banner Bitz began in 2007 but Clever Streak only began during 2008.
What made you decide to start your own business?
I originally started my own business because I wanted to be home with my kids while they were at primary school. I enjoyed it so much that I have kept at it even though my youngest has just started high school. I love the independence of it as well as learning more and more about business. There is always something new to pick up.
What strategies do you use to keep yourself motivated?
Some days it can be really hard to stay motivated. I need to get out and away from the desk for the day. Go and do something totally different and I find that my batteries are recharged. I also like to attend short courses or business info sessions (online and off) because they always give me some new ideas and new energy.
Do you have a current product or promotion running?
If you mention WAHM Biz Success when you make a booking with Clever Streak we will create a free 125 x 125 banner for your website or blog.
What makes your business/products unique?
Our creative attitude shines through in all that we do and ensures we provide the most flexible solutions to your business needs. We can write everything from poetry to reports! We also offer standby rates. Book your work in ahead of time and we give you a discount.
How do you keep the balance between family and work?
This can be very difficult but the beauty of being able to work from home means that I can juggle my time to suit myself. When you first start out in business, it can be very demanding and it seems to be the most vital thing in your day. That is how it felt for me. I soon settled down and the needs of my family always come first.
Do you have any advice for new WAHMs?
I have two pieces of advice that I always share. Firstly, don’t take on any business that you aren’t interested in or totally passionate about. You will be living and breathing business for a long time and if you aren’t fully committed to it, you will lose energy really quickly. It is the best way to start out as a business failure!
Secondly, I advise WAHMs to join forums and networks. It doesn’t matter if they are online or in your community, but you will need advice and support at some stage and this is the best place to get it. You are never alone when you belong to a network.
