Networking without the "work"
A supportive community so building your business is a breeze! Join District Bliss and get growing today!We get it. Building a business isn’t easy on your own.
You need your people!
Getting the prospects you need in order to be a successful entrepreneur can be stressful and time-consuming. Networking can feel overwhelming — let’s change that!
District Bliss is a community of creatives and business owners who want to expand their networks quickly, build their businesses with ease, and just find their people! We host socials that take the “work” out of networking and workshops taught by leading experts to get you on the road to success without the stress!
Fun, easy, supportive, and rewarding!
So, if you’re looking for networking that is fun and monetizes, business resources to get you those ideal clients, and a supportive community to help you achieve your goals, you’ve come to the right place!
NETWORKING SOCIALS
A Welcoming Spin on Networking for Ambitious Entrepreneurs, Creatives, and Small Business Owners!
Why does networking have to feel overwhelming? District Bliss is over that! We join forces with talented entrepreneurs to form the raddest networking socials with the best ROI around. Meet top prospects and expand your referral network in a stress-free environment. At last, a comfortable way to skyrocket your business!
Build a stronger network
WORKSHOPS
Talented Experts will Help You Skyrocket Your Business with Ease
Our workshops offer the support you need to build your business, monetize your networking, and so much more! Get your business growing with our in-person, virtual workshops and our ever-growing Online Academy that is packed with resources!
Build your business quickly — and get the support you need
MEMBERSHIP
A Community Of Business Owners Who Are Ready to Uplevel, Succeed, And Support Others
Are you a business owner who is feeling isolated, uninspired, and really want to grow but aren’t sure how? If you’re going to join one networking organization, District Bliss is it! We offer online workshops and support, light-hearted networking socials, support collaborations, help you feel more motivated, and cultivate friendships!
Get inspired and get going!
After ONE networking event, I booked three new clients and have continued to book new clients at each subsequent event! Because District Bliss makes the events so warm, engaging and welcoming, that awkward networking ice is broken right away and business owners can immediately connect with perfect-match, top paying, high integrity, fun customers. You won't find this at other events. With the top-tier sponsoring opportunity, we are truly thrilled and have found a comfortable, monetizing networking hub — couldn't be happier!
“District Bliss is fantastic! The events are impeccable and SO much fun. They bring together local talent to help you build your business in a comfortable space.”
“What an amazing find District Bliss has been! As a District Bliss sponsor, Sara immediately helped me connect with all the great District Bliss members by hosting my free workshop and promoting it extensively.”
The stress-free way to skyrocket your business!
May 2021
Member Event | Roundtable: Hiring
Monthly Roundtable | An Entrepreneurial Mastermind — for Members only. Each month, we have a master topic with a training and specific Q+A for District Bliss Members.
Find out more »Networking Social and Wine Tasting Workshop
Virtual networking with an in-person vibe that's tons of fun! Let's get together for some networking + wine tasting
Find out more »Member Event | Codeside Assistance
A weekly tech support call for entrepreneurs to get you going online!
Find out more »Book More Wedding Summit
This summit was created to help you attract more of your ideal clients and book more weddings so you can be more profitable and grow your wedding business.
Find out more »Member Event | How to Get the Most Out of Your Membership (Bonus!)
You signed up as a Member. Now what? We want you to get the most out of your District Bliss Membership!
Find out more »Member Event | Codeside Assistance
A weekly tech support call for entrepreneurs to get you going online!
Find out more »Member Event | Codeside Assistance
A weekly tech support call for entrepreneurs to get you going online!
Find out more »June 2021
Member Event | Monthly Marketing Pollinator
Monthly training and Q+A call with marketing expert Kristina Kury, CEO of Sprout Creative.
Find out more »Member Event | Codeside Assistance
A weekly tech support call for entrepreneurs to get you going online!
Find out more »Bookkeeping Tips for Entrepreneurs
Putting your financial health at the top of your list is empowering! Entrepreneurs with organized books have the ability to budget and plan.
Find out more »Latest Posts
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DIY: How to Craft Candles and Create Gifts at Home
Make your own candles! We love DIY projects and these candles are no different! It was surprisingly easy to do and really fun! Sometimes it's cheaper to just buy items than DIY, but that was not the case for these little cuties. We made 100 candles for $91! They can...
Take the “work” out of networking | Coffee No. 5 with Lara Schoisman
Taking the Work Out of Networking with Sara Alepin
What do you think when someone says “networking”? Do you feel stressed or anxious? Sara Alepin found out that many people felt this way, and that’s why she founded District Bliss, a company for business owners that want to expand their network.
Follow @districtblissevents on Instagram!
Have you ever wondered how CEO @sarawithoutanh does what she does?
Have an idea that you want to kick around with her?
She's here for it!
Get all of your burning questions answered during Ask Sara Anything: Monthly Office Hours with the CEO of District Bliss!
Not a District Bliss Member yet? Click the link in bio for more information!
What's your brand story? Share it with us in the comments!👇
Are you ready to tackle email marketing?
TOMORROW, 5/6, 💫 Monthly Pollinator Sessions with @SproutCreativeLA --- Marketing Tactics + Q&A
On the first Thursday of every month, Sprout Creative hosts a marketing pollinator session for District Bliss Members!
What to expect:
⚡ Come with your questions
⚡ Leave with a To-Do List
⚡ Start gaining clients
⚡ Join other entrepreneurs just like you as we tackle a specific Marketing Tactic and walk away with action items
We will also have a Q&A, so bring your questions.
What you might be struggling with others will be, too. 🤯
Nurture and grow your Marketing Efforts with us!
See you on May 6th, 2021 at 1pm ET / 10am PT!
All you ever wanted to know about email marketing...
📬 When to send marketing emails to your list?
📬 How often should you be emailing them?
📬 What’s the strategy that results in sales?
"Kristina is knowledgeable, experienced and genuinely interested in understanding and supporting small business owners to help them develop and market their businesses efficiently & effectively. I really appreciated her enthusiasm and looked forward to our calls. She has gifts of encouragement, listening and communication and I felt like she truly believed in me and what I had to offer. I highly recommend her and her services!" -Robin, Harmony Yoga & Wellness
Meet Kristina!
Kristina Kury has over 10+ years in marketing. She made the leap to launch Sprout Creative as she realized the passion in small business owners was being stunted by the lack of time, understanding and commitment to their business's marketing needs. Their expertise lies in their business and supporting that dream. Marketing is overwhelming, laborious and confusing. She decided it was time to jump in with them and help build a cohesive marketing plan to get them back to making their dreams shine so they can affect positive change.
RSVP on our events page — link in bio!
PS: This event is a Members-only event. If you're not a District Bliss Member yet, it's not too late! Sign up with the link in our bio and start skyrocketing your business with ease today!
You've tried to figure out how to get motivated and live a healthy lifestyle, but it's been trial and error. Get in shape and have fun!
Are you...
✅ Feeling frustrated because you didn't keep your New Years' resolution?
✅ Dreading swimsuit season?
✅ Not ready to go back out in public?
✅ Worried people might think you've "let yourself go?"
✅ Not sure how to sustain a healthy lifestyle?
Join us for Create and Sustain a Healthy Lifestyle (Workshop + Workout) on 5/6 at 3pm ET / 12pm PT with Claire Yanta-O'Mahoney MS, CEO of Fleur de Lis Fitness!
This workshop is for you if...
💪 You need a balanced routine
💪 Want to feel confident and empowered
💪 Embrace your inner spark
💪 Regain your stamina
💪 Are ready to create a sustainable healthy lifestyle
You can totally create a balanced routine that empowers you to feel alive so that you can share your special gifts with the world!
RSVP today! Link in bio!
(PS: District Bliss Members get free access to ALL of our events! Click the link in bio to get the info)
This may sound silly.
Mentally preparing for "normal life" — what are you even talking about, Sara?!
But, the truth is, if you've been quarantining for the last year, you might be surprised at your reaction to putting yourself back out there.
Truth 👉 People don't know how — or when — to leave. They're staying longer than they want or they want to stay much longer than anticipated.
Prep⚡ Buffer time after events and give yourself some room to be late to the next thing.
Truth 👉 Getting together in-person can be emotionally exhausting for introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts.
Prep⚡ Give yourself ample recovery time afterward so you can recharge your batteries. And, give yourself grace; it's ok to be a little extra tired.
Truth 👉 Emotions — good and bad — are running high.
Prep⚡ Schedule some quiet time before and after events.
Summation 👉 Go easy on yourself. We're all excited to resume "normal" life, but that doesn't mean that unexpected emotions won't arise before, during, or after events.
Give yourself grace as we navigate these changes!
What are some unexpected feelings that have come up for you as we begin to see people in person? 👇
Join us for Create and Sustain a Healthy Lifestyle (Workshop + Workout) on 5/6 at 3pm ET / 12pm PT with Claire Yanta-O'Mahoney MS, CEO of Fleur de Lis Fitness!
You've tried to figure out how to get motivated and live a healthy lifestyle, but it's been trial and error. Get in shape and have fun!
Are you...
✅ Feeling frustrated because you didn't keep your New Years' resolution?
✅ Dreading swimsuit season?
✅ Not ready to go back out in public?
✅ Worried people might think you've "let yourself go?"
✅ Not sure how to sustain a healthy lifestyle?
This workshop is for you if...
💪 You need a balanced routine
💪 Want to feel confident and empowered
💪 Embrace your inner spark
💪 Regain your stamina
💪 Are ready to create a sustainable healthy lifestyle
You can totally create a balanced routine that empowers you to feel alive so that you can share your special gifts with the world!
RSVP today! Link in bio!
You've tried to figure out how to get motivated and live a healthy lifestyle, but it's been trial and error.
Get in shape and have fun with @districtblissevents and @fleurdelisfitness!
We're hosting Honor Your Health Promises to Yourself, Once & for All (Workshop + Workout) on 5/6!
Why is this event such a game-changer?
Say goodbye to the frustrations; instead, embrace your WHY, find your motivation, and get clear on how you can truly take care of yourself in a sustainable manner that works for YOU.
You can totally create a balanced routine that empowers you to feel alive so that you can share your special gifts with the world!
It's a workshop + workout session!
It's time to...
👉 Get clarity on why you want to take care of yourself through fitness, nutrition, and mindset
👉 Get honest with yourself about what life looks like if you neglect to take action about your health
👉 Habit stack and find realistic ways to infuse more wellness into your routine
👉 Feel excitement about how good life can get when you prioritize your health
👉 Get access to amazing resources that will help you stay accountable in your wellness journey
Join us for this workshop + workout session combo class! Link in bio!
PS: District Bliss Members receive FREE access to ALL of our workshops, classes, and events! Hit the link in bio for all the details!
Every Friday, @AlignedOnline, one of our awesome Sponsors, hosts Codeside Assistance.
It's a group call where you can get all of your burning tech questions answered.
Stop spinning your wheels online!
"At Aligned Online, we help entrepreneurs who are overwhelmed trying to do everything get to what works to make a real impact online — in the simplest most effective way possible. We focus on the basics of building your brand, pulling in prospects, and actually making money."
✅ Get clear with the right message for the right target
✅ Create an ongoing marketing machine to keep new customers coming
✅ Stop wasting time, start seeing real results
District Bliss Members receive access to four sessions of Codeside Assistance Aligned Online’s weekly group technical support call to get hands-on help with anything you’re trying to do online WordPress, MailChimp, Facebook, etc.
Who's in? 👇
Handling objections as a business owner. Does that sounds scary, overwhelming, frustrating, and maybe impossible to anyone else out there?
As a business owner, you will inevitably run into objections along the way.
Sometimes, they will appear in the form of questions — or lack of sales — and, sometimes they will be unexpected.
We use these simple steps to remove the objections — and sometimes even convert sales!
⚡ Neutralize the discussion. Start by saying something along the lines of, “thank you for bringing this to my attention.” Once you’ve brought the emotional reaction back to zero, it’s much easier to move forward with eliminating the objection.
⚡ Be direct, unattached, and concise. Use language that is not emotionally charged when acknowledging the objection.
⚡ Take the high road. Regardless of whether or not their objection is legitimate in your eyes, you cannot remove an objection by telling someone that they are incorrect in feeling the way that they do.
⚡ Refer them to the proper person to remedy the objection. If the objection is a public review, requesting that the person reaches out to your email address — or the email address of your customer service equivalent — goes a long way. It shows everyone reading the review or overhearing the objection in some capacity that you care and that you’re taking it seriously. It also indicates to the person raising the objection that you’ve heard them and that you’re committed to fixing the problem.
Shout out to @csecoaching and @sproutcreativela for imparting some of this knowledge to me and always encouraging me to handle objections head-on, rather than hiding from them. 🙌
We can’t always avoid objections, but handling them in a professional, courteous manner goes a long way — and can even convert a sale if handled properly!
What are some of your tips for handling objections? 👇
Staying organized and motivated while working from home is possible. After a year where the majority of the population seems to be still working from home, it's a good time to refresh some of your routines and fight burn-out.
Sasha, CEO of @Creations_by_Sasha, co-host of @SwirlAndSipPodcast and District Bliss team member, shares how she stays motivated while working from home and building an empire!
It’s easy to lack motivation, get sidetracked, or even to know when to stop when you have no set start or end time and are surrounded by a variety of other chores demanding your attention.
💫 Keep your space organized. There is nothing more stressful or hindering your work than a cluttered workspace. Clean out your space to hold the minimum of everything you need in order to maximize your personal productivity.
💫 Structure your hours. One of the biggest challenges of working from home is knowing when to start and when to stop. Unlike going to an office your days aren’t structured for you so you need to give yourself your own structure. Give yourself a designated work time in the morning and afternoon that best fits your schedule and stick to it. It will also help you relax stress-free knowing that you’ve completed your designated hours for the day.
💫 Take breaks. Schedule breaks into your day. This also gives you something to work toward.
💫 Interact with others. Working from home has the potential to be a little isolated as you lack the face-to-face interaction that most other employees get to experience. Make an effort to get lunch with someone during your workday or ask another friend with a similar job to meet you at a coffee shop for the afternoon. If it’s hard to incorporate socializing time during your day, make plans for the weekend with friends or family so you have something you know you’re looking forward to.
What are some of your top work from home tips? 👇
Do you need accountability?
I'm here to tell you that you're not alone! Entrepreneurs and solopreneurs often miss the accountability of working for someone else when they venture into owning a business.
Personally, I just like to feel like I'm not alone while I'm working from home.
I crave human connection, even if it's over the internet.
That's why I love virtual co-working. Have you tried it? What are your thoughts? 👇
It's been a while since we've posted a DIY tutorial on the District Bliss blog.
We love a good craft project and these little cuties are no different!
So, if you want to make some super simple candles (and then turn them into adorable gifts), swing on by the blog for all the details and instructions!
Happy crafting!