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

Hi Sawsan, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
I was teaching at an elementary school before I decided to do my own thing. I wanted to have more kids and be available for them. I decided I can manage a small flora business from my home and take on events on the weekends. It has given me the opportunity to work with what I love and also be there for my family. It’s a balance.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I graduated and got a masters in Curriculum and Instruction in Education. I loved working with kids. But having kids of my own made it hard for me to leave them from 6-5 everyday. I decided to stay at home and start my own floral design business. Its currently small but slowly growing so I can’t complain. I learned that there is a supportive flower community on the internet that is open to sharing their knowledge which is what we need. We need more people that are willing to help and support each other. Everyone has a unique style and design they sell, it’s not about where you buy your supplies and how much you charge.
I am happy when I’m working with flowers and it shows in my designs. When you love what you do, you do it best.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I love to go to museums and outdoor hangouts. I always enjoyed going to the arboretum in Dallas. They have seasonal events and the fields are always full of blooms and greens.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My husband would be my #1 supporter. He is my investor haha. He understands that if I’m not busy with flowers, I’ll drive him crazy so he supports me in my crazy decisions.

Instagram: Instagram.com/floralbysawsan

Facebook: Www.Facebook.com/floralbysawsan

Other: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FloralbySawsan?ref=search_shop_redirect

Website: www.floralbysawsan.com

Image Credits
Thelesphotography Mb photo co, queensimagephotography

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