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BOSS Spotlight: Meet The “PR Princess" Lauran Smith

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Lauran Smith , is Founder, CEO and Principal Publicist at PRbyELLE77, a PR firm with a social media management focus. She received her BA in English, is a Freelance Writer, created the first Chicago Black Restaurant Week, and also works with some of the world’s most elite professionals and celebrities. TheBOSSNetwork: What were some obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting your business or career? Lauran Smith: Obstacles that I faced while starting my business involved still having to work a full time corporate job at the same time. It was not a “walk in the park” to handle the demands of a full time job and also setting the groundwork for my business. BN: What inspired you to break into your particular industry? LS: My inspiration for starting a social media public relations firm was my authentic and organic love for the social media atmosphere. BN: How do you balance your personal and professional life or have you been able to find a balance? LS: I