In this episode, Mia Canada, also known as Thee Gift Wrap Goddess, shares her expertise and experiences as a professional gift wrapper with almost 20 years in the industry. Mia discusses her creative beginnings, her transition from a corporate job to entrepreneurship, and the growth of her gift-wrapping business, including opening multiple brick-and-mortar locations.

She highlights the importance of taking action, learning from mistakes, and staying persistent. Mia also promotes an upcoming conference for gift wrappers and related businesses, aimed at fostering community and professional growth.

Mia Canada has an eye for style that goes well beyond tying the perfect bow. Her passion for fashion and interior design inspired her to channel her talents into an avenue for stylistic flair that had been overlooked: gift design. Mia has been teaching gift wrapping business education courses since 2020 and has excelled in assisting aspiring gift wrapping business owners in turning their passion for gift wrapping into profitable and sustainable business. Clients from all over the world have traveled to learn specifically from her.

www.thatsawrapatl.com

@theegiftwrapgoddess

Episode Highlights:

0:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:05 Mia's Background and Early Creativity

02:40 Starting the Gift Wrapping Business

05:41 Challenges and Growth in the Business

10:12 Expanding and Teaching Gift Wrapping

15:14 Seasonal Business and Scaling Up

17:34 Opening a Year-Round Store

23:50 Teaching and Pricing Strategies

30:09 The Art of Gift Wrapping: Resourcefulness and Style

31:01 Starting a Business: Training and Education

32:19 Design vs. Fulfillment: Finding Your Niche

34:41 Financial Challenges and Overcoming Obstacles

36:40 Learning from Mistakes: The Path to Success

42:22 The Importance of Community and Conferences

49:20 Final Thoughts and Contact Information