We had the good fortune of connecting with Jackie Jacobs and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jackie, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
Entrepreneurship was no foreign lifestyle to me, as both of my parents are entrepreneurs. With no solid idea of the hows, my childhood desire to be a boss is what led the way. I spent three years trying to figure out what I wanted my business to be. I loved making candles but was unaware it would be life-changing. I was giving my handcrafted candles as gifts and my friends loved them so much they were demanding I sell them. When I finally stopped searching for what I thought would make me a business owner and let it find me, Ignite Within Candles was born.

What should our readers know about your business?
I make scented soy wax candles and wax melts with love and lots of loud music. My personality sets me apart from others. I love meeting new people love going down memory lane with them when they smell a particular fragrance. I am most proud of the relationships I have built and still building. I built my business on having faith and taking risks. I didn’t know much about having a business so it was a lot of trial and error. It’s definitely not easy. I overcame the challenges by remembering my why. I have learned how to take constructive criticism. Do not be afraid to ask questions. I have gotten over the fear of no. I just want to pour candles and pour into people. With every purchase, I include a personal message from me.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I want to shout out Sky. She believes in me when I forget to believe in myself. Thank you for pushing me and never letting me quit, Thank you for all the times you brainstormed with me, listened to all my ideas, and just being a great friend.

Website: www.ignitewithincandles.com

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Facebook: Ignite Within Candles

Image Credits
Caleb Hunter

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