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On March 1, ***@*******gn.com&utm_content=2662%253A%2520GRBJ%2520Daily%253A%2520Partners%2520revamping%2520urban%2520bar&ut” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>The GRBJ reported that Grand Rapids is the Number 2 city for “new small businesses” and we aren’t a bit surprised.
As a small business in our 11th year, we can attest that this City is an amazing place to take the leap and start a new company. Like all good things, starting a new business takes a lot of hard work, determination, and the ability to learn (quickly) from failure.
Lucky for us, and the other small businesses in our area, Grand Rapids offers a host of resources to help…there are actually so many we can’t list them all, but we do want to give a shout out to a few that have been instrumental in our growth:

The Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

We are proud Chamber members. Access to great programs and networking opportunities is really priceless, and we love that the Chamber works hard to connect with small companies. They are a great team that listens to our concerns and helps find solutions. They are moving into a new space soon to even better serve their membership, which shows how committed they are to Grand Rapids.

Small Business Association of Michigan

Ok, yes, this is technically a state-wide organization, but hear us out: we have met so many incredible business owners operating right here in West Michigan through our involvement with SBAM, in addition to great people all over the state. Being able to connect with local community members who have experienced the exact same challenges that we have is key to moving forward successfully.

Our Clients

8THIRTYFOUR works with hyper-local companies, international companies, and everything in-between, and we love them all for different reasons. There is, however, something cool about getting to work with members of our own City on their integrated communications needs. We have been able to help other people launch their own small businesses right here in Grand Rapids. People in this community are visionary, smart, and creative – and we get to be a part of their success.
So, what are you waiting for? Small businesses power the economy, and Grand Rapids is the perfect place to do it! Take advantage of all that our City has to offer, and take the leap!

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National Perimenopause Month starts today. We have a LOT to say, and we’re not going to be quiet about it, especially this month, so buckle up.

We were not prepared for perimenopause, much like our periods, sex, or anything else to do with our bodies. God forbid we talk about it openly.

We were taught to be ashamed, keep quiet, and to accept that it is just part of being a woman. We reject that narrative. In fact, like @bodespeaks, we want to bring it up in every conversation.

When we normalize perimenopause and the conversation around it, we stop isolating, and we’re all more prepared.
Join us for Uncomfortable Conversations: The Pause on September 24th — a powerful conversation hosted alongside the @smallbusinessassocofmichigan
Women’s Business Council, featuring some kicka$$ experts who will give you the real talk on perimenopause (more to come on them later).

Register at the link in bio.

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National Perimenopause Month starts today. We have a LOT to say, and we’re not going to be quiet about it, especially this month, so buckle up. We were not prepared for perimenopause, much like our periods, sex, or anything else to do with our bodies. God forbid we talk about it openly. We were taught to be ashamed, keep quiet, and to accept that it is just part of being a woman. We reject that narrative. In fact, like @bodespeaks, we want to bring it up in every conversation. When we normalize perimenopause and the conversation around it, we stop isolating, and we’re all more prepared. Join us for Uncomfortable Conversations: The Pause on September 24th — a powerful conversation hosted alongside the @smallbusinessassocofmichigan Women’s Business Council, featuring some kicka$$ experts who will give you the real talk on perimenopause (more to come on them later). Register at the link in bio.

You asked, we delivered.

Introducing the Women`s Owners Network - a new program built for what comes first, joining our proven Fellowship model to support Michigan women at every stage of business ownership.

Whether you`ve got a team of 10 or it`s just you and your laptop, you deserve a room full of women who get it.

Six months of leadership, finance, operations, capital access, paired with real support for the isolation, emotional volatility, and decision fatigue that come with owning your own business.

You`ll have your own board of directors in your corner, including @bodespeaks plus a group of mentors, instructors, and coaches who`ve been exactly where you are.

Applications due October 1. Apply now at the link in bio.

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You asked, we delivered. Introducing the Women's Owners Network - a new program built for what comes first, joining our proven Fellowship model to support Michigan women at every stage of business ownership. Whether you've got a team of 10 or it's just you and your laptop, you deserve a room full of women who get it. Six months of leadership, finance, operations, capital access, paired with real support for the isolation, emotional volatility, and decision fatigue that come with owning your own business. You'll have your own board of directors in your corner, including @bodespeaks plus a group of mentors, instructors, and coaches who've been exactly where you are. Applications due October 1. Apply now at the link in bio.

"I am big enough to admit that I am often inspired by myself" - Leslie F*ucking Knope

You are the hero in your own story. Be like Leslie and believe it.

Come to the Big Deal Energy Workshop, @bodespeaks will show you how.

It`s personal branding with a shot of tequila. Register in bio.

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"I am big enough to admit that I am often inspired by myself" - Leslie F*ucking Knope You are the hero in your own story. Be like Leslie and believe it. Come to the Big Deal Energy Workshop, @bodespeaks will show you how. It's personal branding with a shot of tequila. Register in bio.

THROWBACK THURSDAY: We took a walk to one of the houses @bodespeaks lived in Creston. There were 3 total. We also got a history lesson of @crestongr along the way. Of course we had to take Joey too.

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: We took a walk to one of the houses @bodespeaks lived in Creston. There were 3 total. We also got a history lesson of @crestongr along the way. Of course we had to take Joey too.
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