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Melanie Haynes has always loved animals. All animals, big and small. So when Melanie was in transition from a corporate job, she decided to take her eleven years of pet care experience and start a business that reflected that passion. In March 2017, Melanie officially registered Mel’s Space Coast Services, LLC, and from there Space Coast Pet Services was born. “I did pet sitting casually as a hobby and was a pet owner for many years before taking the leap and starting my own pet care business,” Melanie says. “There’s a huge difference between a professional pet care provider and someone who does it as a hobby, and I knew there was a need for qualified, trained and caring pet care professionals in my area. I decided I would fill that need.” Melanie puts in long hours for her business. What drives her to succeed, besides giving pet owners peace of mind, is providing for her family’s future. “There’s a great sense of pride in knowing that you’ve worked hard to create something from nothing all on your own and, in the process, are able to help others. I want my children to see that hard work can pay off when you’re passionate about what you’re doing.” As a new business owner, Melanie continually seeks to learn new best practices and to keep up with current trends in the industry. She’s had many opportunities to connect with and collaborate with other local small businesses. “When you can find a way to network with other small business owners who hold the same core professional values as you do, it can only lead to positive results,” Melanie says. “My experience has shown me that when you do good, good comes back to you.” Melanie also hired 1-800Accountant for tax preparation and advice. “The prompt and exceptional service I receive from 1-800Accountant has tremendously helped my success,” says Melanie. She’s thankful that her personal tax advisor answers any questions she has in a timely and detailed manner, and help is always just a phone call or email away. “It’s definitely been worth the investment as a new business owner to make sure my business has a successful financial ground from the start. I feel very confident going into tax season and beyond.” Melanie has big plans for her business. She’s currently enhancing the services she offers to ensure that Space Coast Pet Services continues to be the premier pet care company in the area. Says Melanie, “I’m really excited to see ideas become reality and watch my company grow into more than I ever dreamed.”

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Melanie Haynes Provides Expert Pet Care, Relies on 1-800Accountant to Boost Her Success

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For the past 10 years, Chris Williamson of Mesa, Arizona has been a casual farmer. Instead of farming as a profession, Williamson grew and donated fresh produce to cancer patients and the terminally ill just for the benefit of eating fresh food and the good feeling that comes from giving back to the community. In December of 2014, Williamson formally established Webster Willeford Farms, LLC with his wife and business partner, Jessica. The couple performs charitable work under a separate entity, as well as a for-profit daycare with a fun farm theme.“My wife started a daycare a few years ago, and it has really taken off. Last year, our charity dropped off 700 pounds of food, and my goal for this year is 2,000 pounds. So the business started with one idea and expanded to a daycare from there,” Williamson says of Webster Willeford Farms’ origins.The couple originally built up a daycare client base by advertising their small business on Craigslist, but it didn’t take long for word about the farm-themed daycare to get around.“Since making the initial posts on Craigslist, our clients have all heard about us through word-of-mouth. People go nuts over the farm theme and the animals. There are a lot of outdoor activities for the kids. We have the kids help us in a fun way so they all get to go around and help prepare the food that we all eat,” he explains of a typical day at Webster Willeford Farms.Williamson believes that the relevance of Webster Willeford Farms — and the growing demand for fresh food — will keep the small business afloat.“I think that it’s really where the culture of America is going. Our daycare moms choose us because they want their children to eat organic,” he says.The entrepreneur loves that he has built a small business for his family that gets him outdoors and helps to get the word out about the importance of healthy living. Most importantly, small business ownership has felt like more of a lifestyle than work for him.“I really enjoy it because it absolutely does not feel like work at all. I love every second of it. It’s what I do for fun. I feel like I’m on vacation every day,” he enthuses.Because of the demographic of the small business – millennial moms anywhere from 20-30 – the farm hasn’t had any trouble staying constantly busy. Millennial moms place more of an emphasis on healthy living and want to expose their children to a healthy lifestyle from an early age. The children at the Webster Willeford Farms range from ages 2-4.“We have a lot of daycare competition, but we have never been affected by it because our demand is so constant,” Williamson says. “We’re a cut above the other daycares, so we haven’t really been affected by the competition.”<h2>Challenges of Small Business Ownership</h2>Just because business is going smoothly at Webster Willeford Farms doesn’t mean the Williamsons haven’t run into their fair share of challenges.“We’ve faced a lot of challenges, especially financially. We struggled with farm problems like diseased animals or crops and insect infestations. There has been a lot of trial and error and lots of hot summers in the Arizona sun. We’ve been developing our own fertilizer formula and organic sprays,” he confides. “There is a constant thought of having to maintain a business.”<h2>Tips for Entrepreneurs</h2>For entrepreneurs looking to achieve startup success, Williamson offers the following advice.“Don’t give up because it’s pretty easy to get frustrated and overwhelmed. Stay persistent and work one day at a time,” he urges. “The advantages are that you definitely have a lot of freedom. You don’t have anyone looking over your shoulder.”<h2>Experience as a 1-800Accountant Client</h2>Chris Williamson is a satisfied client of 1-800Accountant. He is currently receiving assistance in the form of tax consulting.Photo credit: The photographs included in this blog post were provided by Webster Willeford Farms, LLC and are used with permission.

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Startup Story: Food, Fun, & Daycare Down on the Farm

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