The Painted PictureSeptember 30, 2017

What I doI own a highly profitable niche photo gallery, selling digital downloads, prints and supplemental products, operating on a residual business model that allows me the freedom to live a full life every day.

How I feelRefreshed, energized, rejuvenated & happy. Healthy, strong, young,vibrant & beautiful.Loved, appreciated, admired. Excited, aliveconfident & relaxed..

Business culture and spiritWe have a friendly, fun-loving, creative and candid culture.Our work is focused, effectivemeaningful, & efficient.We are free spirited, hard-working & well balanced.

My brand and imageWe stand for creative, atistic expression, adventure, beauty and an appreciation of the

natural world. We represent inspiring, dynamic imagery that captivates and influences people.

Profitability & AccomplishmentsI earn a 6-figure income and we grow more and more every year. I’ve added revenue streams through secondary products & affiliate partnerships. Our suppliers are valued friends and partners. We have high visibility, recognition and web presence and we continue to offer products unique to the marketplace.

How I show leadershipI face obstacles with creative problem-solving, common sense and clear understanding. I always have control over my emotions and foster relationships based on trust and candor. I lead by example and approach issues from different angles and views. I maintain a healthy balance in my life and help others to do the same.

How I communicateI have a rewarding social life and communicate with friends and family often online or on the phone. I also see loved ones in person for gatherings, trips and adventures. Clients are always sharing new insights with us and each other. Our encounters with the media include social networking & positive unsolicited articles.

Systems in placeMy business is automated. My head VA manages all orders and communications, solving problems without help seamlessly. We use an end-to end order fulfillment service and drop shipping to streamline orders and processing. I use Skype, Google docs and Intuit during my limited hours to stay updated online from anywhere.

My teamMy team works remotely. My head VA is a rockstar and manages the company; sending me scheduled updates and contacting me rarely with issues during pre-determined hours.Our small group of VAs & contractors are amazing, fulfilled and funny.We all have a blast together.

My lifestyleI have an amazing boyfriend and we vacation often. We have a small, beautiful home we rent to fellow travelers, always meeting new,

interesting people. I have an active but relaxed life full of recreation,learning, exploring, volunteering andcruising with my dog in the CJ.

Wellness & BalanceI stay present through yoga, gardening, walks & meditation.I stay creative with reading, music,writing, drawing & photography.I stay healthy through exercise, outdoor recreation & healthy food.I always balance my daily routine with novelty.

My MentorsLife hackers, flow hackers, creative leaders, artists, musicians, stoics, comics, explorers, authors, visionaries, activists, trail-blazers.

People I follow, look up to or try to emulate.

Natalie Sisson, Chase Jarvis, Lin-Z Pastrana, Shawna Cropas, Tim Ferriss,

Jim Carrey, Grace Potter, Jane Goodall, Nicholas Woodman among many others.

My loved onesI have a passionate and fulfilling relationship with my partner. I see or talk tomy friends and family often.I have many amazing friends bothat home and in far away places,and we all love visiting each other.