Successful Side Crossword Clue

Successful side crossword clue. A daily crossword on Mail on Sunday UK newspaper on 30 July 2017. 11 letters (7,4)

Answer: WINNING JOCK

Whether it’s a hobby that evolves into something more, or a passion project that you work on in your spare time outside of work, one thing’s for sure, running a successful side business is not easy. Without being able to dedicate 100% of your time towards your business, it’s easy for things to fall by the wayside. Xero customer Candice Benge, who is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, has owned and operated her upholstery company, Benge Fabrik, for six years.

Although Candice’s business is successful today, the path to scaling it while maintaining work-life integration hasn’t been easy. Candice shared just what it takes to run a successful side business.

1. Find a mentor

Candice worked as playwright for 10 years before deciding to switch careers. She was looking for a job that wouldn’t tie her to a desk and would give her time to raise a family. Candice discovered her passion for upholstery and got her business up and running — working multiple jobs including waiting tables and babysitting. Then her business really started to flourish.