Please introduce yourself to our readers..
My name is Vanessa and I’m from the tiny state of Rhode Island. I’m a small business owner, a mother, and I love my job!

Can you tell us what company you work for?
I am the owner of Post Road Soap Company. I make soap, bath, and body products that are detergent and chemical free. When my daughter was born, I started becoming more aware of the ingredients in food and the products around my home. I made our diets healthy and I started cutting out chemicals. My first product was a Bentonite Clay diaper rash cream. I did some research, whipped up a batch, and as I hoped it worked well! A few months later, I opened my business and have a variety of wonderful, all natural bath products!

What are the exact responsibilities of your job?
As a one woman shop, I handle each and every aspect of a business. I order supplies, keep track of the books, create and package my products. I promote my business everywhere I go and I’m always making new contacts.

What is it about your job that makes you love it?

I love the challenge. It’s a learning experience each step I take. It keeps me on my toes! From creating new recipes to making business decisions, I enjoy every bit of it!

What particular skills or talents are most essential to completing your tasks?
I feel passion and determination are most important in my line of work. Anyone can do what they love, but it takes serious drive to make a hobby into a business.

What level of education would you say is required to perform your role?

Being an entrepreneur requires a lot of knowledge, not so much college credits. Having a college degree can be beneficial but I don’t feel it’s required to own a business.

Do you find that you bring your work home with you? (And is that a good or bad thing?)
I work right in my home and it’s a fabulous thing! I wake up and make breakfast, have a coffee, water the flowers, read to my daughter, then start working. I’m spoiled!

How does this job compare to other jobs you’ve held in the past?
Where do I begin? No other job allowed me to stay home with my daughter. That’s the best part!

What is your favorite food?
Pepperoni Pizza… no contest!

Thank you for sharing Vanessa!  If you are interested in learning more about Vanessa’s business, be sure to check out her Facebook page and give Post Road Soap Company a like!