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MELISSA CAMILLERI started her career as a High School English Teacher. She loved teaching and being able to connect with her students. And then an idea that started as a fundraiser turned into a small business called Shop Compliment. That was 2011 and Melissa worked hard to ensure it was a success through fostering relationships and providing an amazing product (jewelry) and message (empowering young women). Through her journey, Melissa got married to husband Nick in 2015. That was followed by two boys that started the family (No. 3 is due in 2023 and it's a GIRL!). Then the pandemic hit. Melissa used the coaching leg of her business to develop what she has today called Stand for the And Education Company. Even more amazing is that she is co-owner with business partner Angela Greaser. Greaser lives in Maine and the two have never met in person. Today we get to hear Melissa's amazing journey and this amazing business she has created that truly has her stronger and better than ever!

HOST STEVE BUZZARD on Melissa Camilleri |  "Melissa represents what the podcast is all about. She had an idea. Made it into a business. Got married, Had kids. And then took her initial idea and shifted into something different. She has entrepreneur written all over her. And the best part ... I love her positive attitude toward life. It shines in this episode.  Our conversation hits THREE areas: 

• SEGMENT 1  ✨ | begins with the early days of Shop Compliment and its origin. Melissa discusses all the important pieces that went into taking an idea for a fundraiser and making it into her first business adventure.
• SEGMENT 2 ✨ | gets heavy into entrepreneur material. We talking about Action over Words, Going with your Gut, and the power of a Mastermind with other entrepreneurs. That leads into uncovering her new adventure ... Stand for the And Education Company. We break it down so much that I get excited about becoming a client!
• SEGMENT 3 ✨ | finishes strong with words of wisdom from Melissa. She does a beautiful job of providing some landmark thoughts for entrepreneurs young and old. 

Our Connection |  I was the DJ for Melissa and her husband Nick's wedding back in 2015 at the Firehouse Restaurant in Downtown Sacramento. Let's just say it was an EPIC night of celebration. That led to being the DJ at Melissa's brother's wedding in 2017. Along the way, I have tracked Melissa and her success as an entrepreneur. That's why she had to be on the show!

The video version of this episode is ALSO AVAILABLE on YOUTUBE.  Check it out and be sure to SUB

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