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Nov 06, 2022 News
By Allyiah Allicock
Kaieteur News – After having a hard time finding employment back in 2018, it certainly was not the end of the road for Terrence Williams. In fact, that setback made a difference in his life, because he is now the proud owner of a flourishing handcrafted jewelry business called ‘Bugs Art Hand Crafted Jewellery’.
Twenty-eight-year-old Williams, who is currently employed at the National Insurance Scheme, Research & Planning Department as a statistical clerk, in a recent interview with this magazine said arts and crafts was always something he was very passionate about. Because of this, he equipped himself with an extensive knowledge of the Creative Arts, Business and Economics, and Effective Communication skills.
He related that what had inspired him to start this business venture was the love for the creative arts and nature. “A keen eye for intricate and intimate details and components of a thing, has led me in the ultimate form of purpose and expression. I always been hustling, even in school, I would often buy these bracelets and girls would take them from me with some sweet smiles. I got tired and said, “if you like it more than me, you can pay for it”, and I kept that mentality. Henceforth, I dived into bead craft even though I had not much clue about it, the skills came and I honed them by practice and repetition,” he explained.
Proud of the venture he has created, the young man said he would not have done it without the tremendous support he received from his mother and wife. “They always encourage me to refine my art to the best of my abilities and stronger reminders to never give up on my dreams. I am the epitome of zeal. The other close family and friends have supported me along the journey also,” he stated.
According to the young entrepreneur, though business is booming right now, in the past, it certainly had its fair share of challenges.
Some challenges he said it faced were lack of stocks. He explained that there are not many businesses that supply a vast amount of raw materials for his business, and oftentimes customers look for variety.
“After researching a bit and somewhat of seasoned online shopper, I had to source maybe 40-50% of the stock from overseas since I did not want my business to fail. Oftentimes, customers would order items and forget to collect, or even disregard the order which would lead to a loss of materials and time,” he added.
Another challenge he has dealt with is time management. With being employed, sometimes customers’ demands would take away his time. As a result of this, he said he has incorporated mobile money Guyana (MMG) and introduced it to his customers and in the policy of his business. “This helps to manage my time and resources well when taking orders and also supplying,” he mentioned.
As it relates to the pandemic, Williams shared that it gave him some time to think and reposition the business from a better angle.
In taking this approach, when asked what his long-term goals with the business are, he shared that he intends to be dynamic, while maintaining and elevating a business community that encourages networking between satisfied customers, other creative individuals and business owners.
“The vision is to reshape society’s view of the creative arts and culture, so that they may see the universe up close. Essentially my goal is to create a ‘Little Africa’ where the freedom to manufacture the beads and materials we use to create art and forms of jewellery, thereby molding the minds of the future in the royalty of arts, craft and creation in the whole,” he pointed out.
Ready to show the world his craft, when asked what responsibility he thinks entrepreneurs have in society, he mentioned “Young entrepreneurs play a very key and vital role in society, that of building and stabilizing of economy and society.”
He added also that entrepreneurs, who embrace the quality of integrity in society, will contribute to a greater nation than we have ever seen.
Williams noted that what can boost small businesses locally is for entrepreneurs to provide customers with exceptional artistic and creative services, while maintaining the highest levels of integrity and professionalism.
He concluded, “Establish an open environment that encourages individuality while promoting trust and cohesion amongst management, staff and the organization’s customers.”
To learn more about what this business has to offer, you can contact Williams on Facebook and Instagram at Bugs Art Hand Crafted Jewellery or on Tik Tok @BUGSARTHCJ or via WhatsApp on telephone number (592) 658-9131.
THIS IDIOT TELLING GUYANA WE HAVE NO SAY IN THE 50% PROFIT SHARING AGREEMENT WE HAVE WITH EXXON.
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