by Robin Stevenson | Jul 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
When Sales Slow Down but the Grind Doesn’t Stop: Summer Struggles as a Small Business Owner Summer is supposed to be the season of sunshine and success. But if you’re a small business owner like me—especially in the beauty, home scent, and skincare space—summer...
by Robin Stevenson | Jun 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
Navigating Tariff Uncertainty: Strategies for Candle Makers in a Volatile Climate As tariff volatility tightens its grip on supply chains, small businesses—especially those that import ingredients or packaging—are feeling the outsized impact. Case in point: recent...
by Robin Stevenson | Sep 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
Wood Wicks vs. Cotton Wicks: Which One is Better for Your Candle Experience? The Debate When it comes to candle-making, choosing the right wick can dramatically impact your candle’s performance. Two of the most popular options are wood wicks and cotton wicks. But...
by carlos.young | Sep 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Still Going Strong Three years ago, I took a leap of faith and turned a passion for making candles into what is now NTMS, LLC, a growing luxury home scents and all-natural skincare brand. It started as a simple idea born out of my love for creating candles, but it has...
by Robin Stevenson | Jun 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to Improve Your Google Ranking as a Small Business: A Comprehensive Guide Optimize for Long-Tail Keywords Long-tail keywords, such as “luxury soy candles in {your location} ” or “natural skincare products in {your location},” Are your secret weapon in the world of...
by Robin Stevenson | Apr 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Navigating the Candle Shipping Seas: A Witty Guide for Business Owners Ahoy, fellow candle enthusiasts and business owners! Today, we’re setting sail on the choppy waters of candle shipping. But fear not, mateys! With a little humor and a lot of know-how,...
