Name: Julie Grizzard

Name of business: Springdale Apartments

Location: 1207 Carrsville Highway, Franklin

Phone number: 562-4928

Operating hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Nature of business:  Community manager of housing for persons 62 and older

Number of employees: Two

How’s business: Great! I learn something new and interesting every day

One thing you wish everyone knew about your business: How much time is actually spent on paperwork and completing that paperwork

Something you offer customers you won’t find elsewhere: Comfort in knowing that people will have a chance to live in a community that is quiet and safe

Advice to young entrepreneurs: With anything you do, consider the consequences of your actions. Allow God to walk you through the storm and not let the storm walk through you.

Your first job: Babysitting

Your role model (in business or in life generally): My wonderful parents and in-laws. They both have taught me to hold close to the ones you love and stay true to yourself.

The key to a successful business is: Honesty; be bold enough to step out of your comfort zone and move forward with grace and respect.