44 min
E29 Crafting Purpose through Self-Care Products with Dimitri Cotman Working Towards Our Purpose
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- Mental Health
A business that was built during the pandemic to allow health care workers to have a little bit of self care.
Today I sit down with Dimitri Cotman, the founder of Zenith Point Candles, as he shares his inspiring story of building a successful business from the ground up. From the challenges of starting a new business without any prior business knowledge to the importance of community support and self-care, Dimitri's journey is a testament to the power of determination and purpose. Join me as we delve into Dimitri's entrepreneurial endeavors, his passion for creating high-quality products, and the meaningful impact his business has had on his community. Get ready to be inspired by Dimitri's perseverance, personality, and insight into the world of entrepreneurship.
Bio: Dimitri Cotman was raised New Haven, CT in a home where education and church were prioritized. His parents instilled in him the importance of excelling in school and attending church regularly. Dimitri also grew up with his grandfather and spent a lot of time in a homeless shelter supporting his community. From an early age he used his personality to brighten peoples days and make connections. A skill that he took with him when he started his own business Z.Nith Point Candles, where he hand crafts candles, body butters, bath balms, and room sprays.
Topics in this episode:
Getting a good education A business born from a pandemic hobby The difficulties first charging for your productsCollab accelerator programHow community can support youCommunity service Getting your product into storesConnect with Dimitri:
Shop Z.Nith Point CandleFollow Z.Nith Point on IGFollow Z.Nith Point on FBFind Z.Nith Point locations
Anna V. Salon in Wallingford, CTAvant Garde Salon in Branford, CTGracious Gifts & Home in Branford, CTStoney Creek Depot in Branford, CT
Connect with me:
Subscribe to my SubstackFollow me on IGpleasantpodcasts.comIf you would like to start your own podcast you can download my free Podcast Launch Roadmap to help you get started
A business that was built during the pandemic to allow health care workers to have a little bit of self care.
Today I sit down with Dimitri Cotman, the founder of Zenith Point Candles, as he shares his inspiring story of building a successful business from the ground up. From the challenges of starting a new business without any prior business knowledge to the importance of community support and self-care, Dimitri's journey is a testament to the power of determination and purpose. Join me as we delve into Dimitri's entrepreneurial endeavors, his passion for creating high-quality products, and the meaningful impact his business has had on his community. Get ready to be inspired by Dimitri's perseverance, personality, and insight into the world of entrepreneurship.
Bio: Dimitri Cotman was raised New Haven, CT in a home where education and church were prioritized. His parents instilled in him the importance of excelling in school and attending church regularly. Dimitri also grew up with his grandfather and spent a lot of time in a homeless shelter supporting his community. From an early age he used his personality to brighten peoples days and make connections. A skill that he took with him when he started his own business Z.Nith Point Candles, where he hand crafts candles, body butters, bath balms, and room sprays.
Topics in this episode:
Getting a good education A business born from a pandemic hobby The difficulties first charging for your productsCollab accelerator programHow community can support youCommunity service Getting your product into storesConnect with Dimitri:
Shop Z.Nith Point CandleFollow Z.Nith Point on IGFollow Z.Nith Point on FBFind Z.Nith Point locations
Anna V. Salon in Wallingford, CTAvant Garde Salon in Branford, CTGracious Gifts & Home in Branford, CTStoney Creek Depot in Branford, CT
Connect with me:
Subscribe to my SubstackFollow me on IGpleasantpodcasts.comIf you would like to start your own podcast you can download my free Podcast Launch Roadmap to help you get started
44 min