We're excited to welcome Shennice Cleckley, CEO, Smart Cookie, as Richland Library's newest Entrepreneur-in-Residence.
We asked Shennice a few questions to help you get to know her better.
Well… in my old profession of baking, I spent 15 years waking up early, standing on my feet and having flour in my hair...I loved every minute of it. Truthfully, it was time for me to evolve from student to teacher. I gained tons of real world and academic experience so God said it was time to pay it forward.
It developed over time. When I first started in business, I knew nothing about business. I set out to learn as much as I could to help myself. That thrust for knowledge turned into a rewarding profession.
To help entrepreneurs embrace the lifestyle they dreamed of with owning a business, being present with family and serving.
I would say exposure to their ideal clientele especially online. Many local businesses don’t have a broad enough digital footprint that will bring their ideal clientele into doors.
Mentorship is an important part of growth. Most mentors have been there and done that so leaning on their experiences will help a SBO to not repeat the same mistakes. Mentors are also encouragers. Being able to bounce ideas off someone who has related experiences gives a SBO insight.
It’s ok to be different… so be different.
Connecting with all the local entrepreneurs and seeing them prosper. I am excited to learn how the entrepreneurial landscape is helping grow Columbia.
Power Moves by Adam Grant
Power Questions by Andrew Sobel
To schedule an Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) appointment or check out upcoming events, click here.