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Born: September 27, 1981
Nationality: Puerto Rican-American
Occupation: Entrepreneur, Author, Etsy Seller, Amazon Creator
Gerlinde Martin is a Puerto Rican-American entrepreneur, author, and stay-at-home mom. She has been married for 10 years and is part of a military family. Gerlinde is known for her unique handcrafted creations and her inspiring book about motherhood, titled The Real Mom Life. Together with her husband and two sons, she navigates the challenges and joys of family life, entrepreneurship, and military life.
Her journey as a creator began with her passion for crafting personalized, detailed items, particularly movie-themed party decorations, which she sells through her successful Etsy shop, Gerlinde's Creations.
Professionally, Gerlinde has demonstrated exceptional skills in customer service, communications, and relationship management, qualities that have helped her grow her business and engage with her audience on a personal level. She also excels in social media management and marketing strategies, using these skills to promote her products and services online.
Gerlinde's Creations
editGerlinde's Creations is an Etsy shop specializing in personalized and custom-made items for events and celebrations, particularly those with a movie theme. The shop offers a variety of handcrafted items, including laser-crafted goods, tumblers, stickers, personalized cake toppers, and unique photo booth props for parties. Key Professional Skills:
- Product Design & Customization: Gerlinde creates handcrafted items with a focus on detail and personalization.
- Customer Service Excellence: Demonstrates strong communication skills, consistently providing an excellent customer experience.
- Social Media & Marketing: Uses platforms such as Instagram and Facebook to promote her products, successfully growing a loyal customer base.
Popular Product Lines:
- Movie-themed birthday party activity sheets
- Personalized photo booth props
- Hand-crocheted scarves
- Digital downloads for party decorations
Amazon Books
editIn addition to her Etsy shop, Gerlinde is an author. Her self-published book The Real Mom Life chronicles her journey as a stay-at-home mom, highlighting the pressures of modern motherhood and the importance of staying true to oneself amidst societal expectations. The book provides an honest and unfiltered look at the challenges and joys of balancing family life with entrepreneurship.
Her work as an author has been well-received, particularly among mothers who resonate with her real-life stories. She also writes children's books, one of her early works being a nighttime prayer book, which is available on Amazon.
Gerlinde is part of the Amazon Creator Connections program, where she continues to share her stories and creations with a broader audience.
Career Journey
editGerlinde's career journey has been marked by a commitment to providing quality products and memorable customer experiences. Her professional background in customer service and communications has equipped her with the skills necessary to grow her business while maintaining a personal connection with her customers. This balance of empathy and professionalism has been a driving force in her entrepreneurial success.
Before launching Gerlinde's Creations, she worked in various customer service roles, gaining the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and tact. This foundation in customer relations helped her in building a business that focuses on personalized customer service and high-quality craftsmanship.
Personal Life
editGerlinde Martin was born in Puerto Rico and lived there until the age of 7. She was then raised in the Bronx, New York City, until the age of 16, by a single mother of four children. Growing up in a challenging environment, Gerlinde faced many odds but remained determined to create a better future for herself and her family. Her upbringing instilled in her the values of hard work and resilience, which have guided her throughout her life.
Today, she lives in New Jersey with her husband and two sons, balancing her entrepreneurial ventures with her role as a mother and wife. Her Puerto Rican heritage is an essential part of her identity, and she often incorporates cultural influences into her work. Despite the challenges of her journey, Gerlinde has made something of herself and continues to work hard to inspire others through her creations and writing.
Future Goals
editGerlinde is committed to growing Gerlinde’s Creations and expanding her range of products. She also plans to continue writing and publishing books that inspire and connect with other mothers. Her goal is to become a leading voice in the community of creative entrepreneurs and authors while maintaining the balance between her personal and professional life.