Crafting and Entrepreneurial Journey
Lilly’s story of creating something that wasn’t there has two journeys intertwined: a road trip from Dallas, TX to Central America in the late 90’s as a child in charge of the map & the creation of starting a small business in 2015.
Publisher: Reader Advanced
Create Something is the inspiring journey of first-generation entrepreneur Lilly Benitez, who tells her story of creating something out of nothing, intertwining two journeys - a road trip from Dallas, TX to Central America in the late 90s, and the creation of her small business in 2015. In her book, Lilly shares the valuable lessons she learned during her childhood trip that parallel her journey of starting Blade Craft Barber Academy.
Each chapter features stops along the creation of the academy, with details of the El Salvador trip found at the end of chapters, offering readers a unique insight into the life of a first-generation entrepreneur.
This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to turn their dreams into reality and create a successful business. Lilly emphasizes a non-traditional path to success, highlighting the benefits of utilizing the lessons learned from a first-generation upbringing. With a focus on unique insights and personal anecdotes, Create Something is a guide that can help readers overcome any obstacles on their entrepreneurial journey.
As a Judge for The Blox, Lilly coached and ranked 60 companies from mom & pop shops to software corporations.
World renowned as an elevated barber influence, she has ties to long standing industry textbook and tool manufacturers. These relationships have introduced incredible experiences, as well as opportunities.
These connections mean that Lilly can impact not only her local community through her holding a chair at the Deep Ellum Foundation Association, but also keep a pulse on legislations that may threaten the industry.
Lilly will fight to promote the craft of barbering for the people that perform the services, the financial freedom it offers, and the positive impact well trained barbers bring to their neighborhoods.
250 copies • Partial manuscript.
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Thank you for being such an inspiration! 💪
Thank you for always inspiring the next generation of badass barbers!
We are so proud of you !!
Looking forward to reading it!
Keep reaching for the stars and showing me the way! Very inspiring Lilly. I'm so proud of you!
—Captain Fun Galactic
Lilly, we are THRILLED for you! What an accomplishment, and SO much hard work. You are so special, and such an inspiration...
Much love!! Linda & Greg Nyrkkanen
I’m so happy for you! This is a huge accomplishment that I know you’ve work so hard for, and it’s finally here. Can’t wait 🤍
DoneZo.
Love you! So proud of you!
Thanks for always supporting my family! This was a no brainer. I hope for continued success in all you do. ~ Tee
We are all very excited for this book, but most importantly, we’re all very proud of you!
So proud to know ya, Lilly!
I can’t wait!!! I ordered some for the Academy too!!! ❤️❤️🥰
Hope for all the best Mrs. Lilly!!
One for my sister
Thanks for this read Mrs. Lilly
You are my role model!!! Thank you for being such a great person.
Love you sister. So proud.
Can’t wait to read it. Love you tons! You’re an amazing human
One for my GF Natalie .. thank you for being a great mentor.
Congrats!!!
Proud of you!!!!
I am so extremely impressed and proud of you! The skies is limitless for Lilly!
Xoxo
Annette G.
Pablo sold this book to me. He is the best brother ever.
So excited to read this book! Lilly exudes so much wisdom, experience, and all-around awesomeness and I’m grateful she’s sharing it with the world in this new inspiring way!
Yahoo! Congrats friend keep reaching for the stars. Your doing an amazing job building your ladder to get there xoxo
I’m looking forward to reading the book!
So excited for this! One of the best entrepreneurs and people I know!
Can not wait to read this. You are an inspiration
Congratulations Lilly! We wish you lots of blessings to you and your family. 🙌🏼
You go girl!
Cannot wait for the book.
Love ❤️ you! Catia.
Excited for this read! Thank you!
Keep up the great work !! You are a true inspiration. Can't wait to read the book !!!
Cannot wait to ready about your incredible journey!
So excited to learn from you this week!!!! I love you already!!!
Can’t wait to read it!
Love you 🥰💗
You are incredible! 👏🏼💫🥇
I'm a fan of anything and everything Blade Craft. In fact, I just got touched up today and now I'm the best looking man in the tri state area.
Loved meeting you on The Blox.
Get Lilly! You are fabulous and so beautiful, especially on the inside! I can't wait to get your book and learn even more from you.
Can’t wait to read this! Thank you again for a wonderful Blox experience! Much love xx
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$27
8 readers
Pre order one paper back copy and receive an invitation to an in person or virtual reading by Lilly Benitez. Q&A opportunity to follow! To be scheduled upon release.
Includes:
$37
39 readers
There is just nothing like a hard back book from a loved author!
Lilly will personally sign your book, and ship it to your home! Special surprise inside!
Receive an invitation to an in person or virtual reading by Lilly Benitez. Q&A opportunity to follow! To be scheduled upon release.
Includes:
$50
6 readers
Get TWO paperback copies of Lilly’s new book, and have a spare to share! Go on a multicultural journey towards turning a dream into tangible reality while bringing a friend along.
Obtain two invitations to an in person or virtual book reading with dates announced upon release.
Includes:
$54
8 readers
June 25, the awaited Blade Craft Barber Bash will be in effect!
Obtain a signed hard back copy and receive an invitation to an in person or virtual reading by Lilly Benitez.
Q&A opportunity to follow!
To be scheduled upon release. Only 20 available tickets!
Available until June 10, 2023
Includes:
$147
0 readers
You and 4 friends enjoy a 60 minute Virtual call with Lilly!!!
Choose one of the following impactful topics:
-search for mentors
-unlearning social norms that are holding you back
-notice natural talents
-taking action through the unknown
-dare to be outrageous
Includes:
$412
1 reader
Lilly on Location!!!!
Choose one of the following impactful topics:
-search for mentors
-unlearning social norms that are holding you back
-notice natural talents
-taking action through the unknown
-dare to be outrageous
If within a 30 mile radius from Blade Craft Barber Academy, an 80 minute presentation will be scheduled for Lilly Benitez in Person.
For a longer distance, purchaser must cover travel fees, or a virtual option is available.
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on April 26, 2023, 10:55 p.m.
I LOVE YOU TOO MUCH MORE… Besos
-Matt