member spotlight with millie elliott
Q: Tell us about yourself and The Social Circle?
My name is Millie Elliott, and I am a 23 year old Business Owner. I started The Social Circle two years ago with my sister Aimee. It began as a little side hustle, and before we knew it, it was our full-time job! We have over 20 social media accounts that we manage from businesses all over the North Island.
Working with my sister has been so amazing. We complement each other so well and work very well together. I feel so lucky to be able to work in my dream job and do the thing I love every day!
Q: What's your favourite and least favourite thing about being a small business owner?
My favourite thing about running a small business is being able to help others! My job allows me to work alongside so many amazing businesses and I really feel like I am part of the team! I love helping my client's visions become a reality and helping them to achieve their goals. Another thing I love about my job is that no two days are the same, which means I am always meeting new people, working out of new spaces and capturing exciting content.
Although running your own business is amazing, it certainly doesn't come without its challenges. I feel that the hardest thing for me is trying to balance everything. Business owners will understand when I say that there is a lot of hard work and energy that goes into running a business behind the scenes and this can be exhausting. The late nights, stress and exhaustion from the job is certainly something I am only just beginning to manage but I can truthfully say that it is so so worth it.
Q: What's the best piece of advice you've received, and who gave you that advice?
The best piece of advice I have received in business was from my business mentor - He said that it is so important to celebrate your wins! When running a business it is easy to over see these big wins and move onto the next thing. However, it is so important to stop and acknowledge how far you have come!
Q: What do you like to do outside of work?
In my spare time I love to be outdoors. Whether that's being out on the water, going for a walk, or swimming in the ocean, I absolutely love the feeling of being outdoors in nature.
If you would like to connect with Millie, please feel free to contact her:
Email: thesocialllcircle@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sociallcircle/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.social.circle/
Phone: 027 394 5102