MEET YBB MEMBER | Miranda Amey - Framiras Digital Media
A boutique digital media firm helping businesses establish and improve their digital presence - making sure they stand out in their industry.
A boutique digital media firm helping businesses establish and improve their digital presence - making sure they stand out in their industry.
We produce high-quality targeted video content for social media, websites and can record special events. As well as videography work, we offer digital marketing audits and strategies.
If you are thinking of having some videos produced, or want to know why you should be adding videos into your marketing mix - reach out to see what we can do for you!
Miranda Amey
(587) 566 3579
MAD LOVE MONDAY | Fanny Kung
My FK*IT Lash business started on my drive to work one day. It was dark, cold and early, and my falsies were NOT cooperating.
My FK*IT Lash business started on my drive to work one day. It was dark, cold and early, and my falsies were NOT cooperating. FK*IT. I’d worked in retail for a decade, cosmetics for a large portion of it, but I’d never been able to find anything that would work on my Southeastern, Asian, mono-lid eye.
It was rare that I met a makeup artist who knew how to work with my eye shape until I entered the industry myself. It’s amazing that brands are becoming more inclusive, and I hope to be able to contribute to that growth, even a little bit.
I reached out to many different sources to find false lashes that could truly be comfortable on all eye shapes and look badass at the same time. I got samples from all over the world and asked friends in the cosmetics industry for their feedback.
The best decision I made was to hire a professional graphic designer once I had secured my product.
I ran into a friend who’s a graphic designer, and I’m so happy I invested in the packaging and marketing from the get-go as opposed to waiting until the business picked up before re-branding. Not only did a professional help me gain a sense of confidence in my vision for my brand, but it also helped me to make sure I stayed true to myself. At the end of the day, this is my business, and the packaging is me—on a box. No one who knows me can say they are surprised by the color palette, design, and accent details!
FK*IT Lashes is a brand-new venture for me. Despite having just launched September 7th this year, I’ve already had the pleasure of being invited to showcase my products at four events. I’ve learned to refine what I do to better reach my target customer base and had the opportunity to meet and learn from so many amazing entrepreneurs in our welcoming city.
My parents are both entrepreneurs, so I saw all the benefits and hardships first-hand very early on. I love the flexible work hours when it comes to work-life balance, but I also know how that scale can tip dramatically the other way whenever things at work get stressful. Ultimately, this is a project that I can feel very fulfilled working on after a long 9-5 at my day job.
No matter what, you’re your own boss, and every dime you make goes towards your own future.
My husband and parents have been incredibly supportive. My friends have been amazing cheerleaders. Other entrepreneurs are now my close confidants and trusted advisors. Together they have pushed me out of my comfort zone in ways I couldn’t have imagined within such a short period of time. People I’ve met have generously introduced me to their connections in the industry, openly rave about my products, and think of me whenever opportunities arise.
I hope to be able to do the same for them and pay it forward.
I have connected with so many amazing #BossBabes over the past 13 weeks, and I cannot wait to meet more. There are so many more exciting events and launches to come, and I am hoping to collaborate with even more local #YEGBOSSBABES!
Fanny Kung | FK*IT Lashes
instagram.com/fkitlashes
Reduce Stress Like a #BossBabe Over the Holidays
So how do we reclaim control and decrease stress during the holidays to ensure we get the rest we all deserve? Jamie Bay from Wellness Warrior is here to share her go-to tips for actually enjoying the 'most wonderful time of the year'.
The holidays can be tricky - it’s stressful for many of us (myself included) and it truly doesn’t have to be! Yes, we’ll always have things we need to do and places we need to be, but a few tweaks can make everything much more manageable.
So how do we reclaim control and decrease stress during the holidays to ensure we get the rest we all deserve? Below are my go-to tips for actually enjoying ‘the most wonderful time of the year.’
Don’t try to do it all (aka Keeping up with the Jonses).
All the parties, events, and activities you want to do are great but know your limits. Don’t overplan or overcommit yourself to too many activities. You’ll regret it at the end when you feel your holidays flew by and you still don’t feel like you had any time to rest.
In terms of kids, I’m not a mama, but our Head of Events, Jocelyn Davison, is. Jocelyn’s wise words: don’t worry so much about the mom who does all the Christmas crafts with her kids or brings cookies for the whole class. There’s no need to stress ourselves out over it when there are more important things in life. Have to bring a dessert? Go buy something! Voila!
Remember what matters
When it comes to gifts, Sheldon and I have a very specific and shortlist of people we buy for and even set limits for spending on each other. There’s no need for us to overdo it during a time that can already be financially stressful.
Are there certain people in your family who want to buy gifts for everyone? Set boundaries in advance, or better yet, do a simple gift exchange. This is something we started with both our families. It allows us all to keep costs low and no one feels the need to buy something for everyone. We use drawnames.com for our exchanges where you can create wishlists, limits and more!
Continue taking time for your wellness
Don’t completely book yourself up and forgetting to take time to relax and enjoy the season. Although I don’t keep up with my regular 5 AM routine during the holidays, I do continue taking time to move my body, journal, and meditate. This allows me to be present with family and show up fully ready for catching up with family and friends.
Put your phone away
If there’s an affirmation I repeat to myself during the holiday season it’s, “be present, be here.” As mentioned, continuing my wellness regime allows me to do this, but so does getting off my phone and having conversations with people I don’t see often. Find it hard to stay off your phone? Out of sight out of mind works wonders. Leave it in your purse, or set it in a separate room.
Make a schedule or to-do list of priorities
I have a list I maintain in December that is just focused on the holidays. I know what events we’re attending, who I have to buy gifts for, and what else I need to do. No, I’m not going to get it all done in one day. Yes, keeping this list updated allows me to stay focused and calm despite the chaos around me.
What about you? Are there any tips you have for reducing stress during the holidays? We’d love to hear!
Post submission: Jamie Bay | The Wellness Warrior
@thewellnesswarrior_
The Warrior Collection (10% of all proceeds sold from the Warrior Collection will go directly to support Momentum Walk-In Counselling, a mental health non-profit triage in Edmonton).