We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Carolyn “Cece” Mitchell. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Carolyn “Cece” below.
Carolyn “Cece”, so good to have you with us today. We’ve got so much planned, so let’s jump right into it. We live in such a diverse world, and in many ways the world is getting better and more understanding but it’s far from perfect. There are so many times where folks find themselves in rooms or situations where they are the only ones that look like them – that might mean being the only woman of color in the room or the only person who grew up in a certain environment etc. Can you talk to us about how you’ve managed to thrive even in situations where you were the only one in the room?
I’ve learned to be effective being the only one in the room by having the skills and knowledge to back up my confidence which is shining bright, to be in my presence is truly a gift. I really can’t put into words how captivating my spirit is and is growing to be. Also, not being afraid to speak has helped in a major way but at one point in my life I was afraid to speak and I’m so blessed to have overcome those challenges. Another thing that allows me to be successful when I’m the only one in the room is my product line. I have 5 star reviews, and I’ve helped a lot of people. One of my sayings is “The proof is in the product” and that statement definitely applies to me which allows me to sample my way to success and develop the clients base I have now.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
The Natural Way 365 LLC brand is growing and evolving everyday. We have gone from one product back in 2017 to now offering even more amazing natural products, plants, herbs, crystals, and all things for your physical, mental, and spiritual needs. I am a general herbalist and I specialize in the integumentary system and pain relief. I’m known for my Body Butter Bliss, a skin moisturizer, Arnica Instant Pain Relief which is a pain relief ointment, CBD infused products, and hair products. I think it’s special that each and everyone of my products has a story to go along with it rather it’s my own personal testimony or a clients and I even have grown some of my ingredients for my products. My products are truly a reflection of me. We are expanding and extending our products and services even more with digital content and becoming content creators. I am proud of everything thus far and all the accomplishments my brand has made and collaborations we have established. I’m proud of my first ebook Herbs A-Z and it’s available on Amazon now. And now I can add author to my list of accomplishments as well. We are making our way onto the shelves of many different stores and more to come. I’m super ecstatic about obtaining my farm and track number. That was a great accomplishment and our first product that will be mass produced for farmer markets and restaurants will be microgreens and we are looking forward to those new endeavors. We still offer all natural hair care, skincare products as well as healing salves, herbal blends, crystals and more. We also offer yoga sessions, herbal tarot readings, and birth chart reading too.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Looking back I would have to say, just know that your children are always watching. I can remember being a 4 year old little girl, my mother working for herself as a seamstress and my father working for himself as an electrician. Which inspired me to work for myself. It wasn’t until my later years in elementary that my mother started working for someone and my father after the military, he was always an entrepreneur. So, observing and working with my parents with their business had the most impact in planting a seed in me that was watered and nurtured year by year. I had my first business when I was 12 years old. I used to braid hair. Which brings me to my first advice for someone just starting out would be surround yourself with other like minded individuals and other entrepreneurs. Secondly, get you a mentor in your field of study and a financial mentor. Third, not only listen to your mentor but apply action to the advice you are receiving. Lastly, pray, plan, and prepare and remember if you are already ready, you don’t have to get ready.
What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?
The most impactful thing my parents did for me was be them. It was every life experience that made me who I am, that includes the good and the bad. So, it was very impactful that they were authentically themselves as they maneuvered through this thing we call life and I was there looking from the side lines till it was my turn to jump in and apply all the skills and knowledge that was instilled in me to continue my journey to adulthood.
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