Soror Faye Lewis is President and owner of CSA Consulting Group, a consulting firm that offers professional development services to educators in New Jersey school districts.  CSA Consulting Group provides teachers with the necessary tools and resources to cultivate their professional growth and enhance the quality of their instruction.

In May 2006, Soror Faye decided to branch out with her own business after determining that she needed the flexibility to care for her young children and family without having to ask permission to take time off. Additionally, as an experienced educator, she realized that her earning potential, as well as the ability to make her own choices would be greater if she worked independently. Armed with faith and determination, she hasn’t looked back since and says the reward of being an entrepreneur is having the freedom to make your own decisions.

Today, Soror Faye continues to work on growing her business, and affirms that she encountered many challenges when she first started. “I didn’t have a written plan, and the goals that I did set were idealistic”, says Soror Faye. “I learned how important it is to plan and use the free resources that are available to small businesses, such as the SBA (Small Business Association). Additionally, I paid too much money to contractors when I could have done the work myself.” She says there will always be challenges and obstacles to overcome and admits to still working on some of hers.

Soror Faye shares the following advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: Do your homework, speak to people who are doing what you aspire to do, have a written plan, research the market, and don’t be too proud to ask for help.

Contact:

CSA Consulting Group

31 Providence Drive

Flemington, NJ 08822

Tel: 908-635-1513

Website: www.centerforschooladvancement.org

Email: info@centerforschooladvancement.org