Why Small Business Support Means Everything
Being a small business owner is one of the most rewarding, exhausting, passion-filled journeys I’ve ever been on. Behind every product and every post is a whole lot of heart — and a whole lot of vulnerability too.
When you’re building a purpose-driven brand, you hold a clear vision of what you want your business to stand for. You want to show up polished, professional, and strong. But the truth is, it takes courage to share the raw parts too — the late nights, the doubts, and the constant balancing act of chasing a dream while running the day-to-day.
The Importance of Every Tag and Shout-Out
This is why those small moments of recognition mean so much. When someone tags us on Instagram, writes about us in an article, or simply shares our product with their community — it’s not just a post. It’s a lifeline. It’s a reminder that what we’re creating matters. That people see the purpose behind it. And those moments give us the motivation to keep going.
Mutual Respect Among Purpose-Driven Brands
I know other small business owners feel this too. There’s a quiet respect between founders who are pouring everything into their brands. We know the sacrifices. We know the passion it takes. And I want to say — I see you. I respect you. I admire the commitment it takes to keep showing up, even on the hardest days and I am inspired by you.
Community over competition is how we rise. Every shout-out, every collaboration, and every share has a ripple effect that lifts us all.
Collaboration and Community
This month, I’m proud to share that Love Bites Only has collaborated with Baie Botanique, a female-founded, organic and vegan skincare brand we admire. Baie Botanique creates thoughtful, natural products, and their sunscreen range — including a beautiful children’s sunscreen — is one of our personal favourites. Together, we’re running a competition on both of our socials, so if you’d like to enter, you can check out the details on Instagram.
Separately, I’m also part of the Buy Women Built community — a network that champions women-led brands and celebrates the incredible work women founders are doing. Being part of this community is inspiring and reminds me of the importance of connection, support, and mutual respect among business owners.
Belief in Redefining a Category
As for Love Bites Only — this is just the beginning. Our premium, natural insect repellent was created to redefine what this category looks like. I know what we’ve built is good. It works. It’s safe, sustainable, and something the world not only needs, but truly wants.
Our purpose is clear, and our commitment is strong. To everyone who has tagged us, written about us, bought from us, or simply believed in us — thank you. Your encouragement means more than words can say.
To the dreamers, the doers, the supporters, and the friends who hold us through the meltdowns - you know who you are.....
Love Bites Only, Always
Bree - Founder of Love Bites Only