I did not know how this works... so there it is:
Most of the folks in my family are talented designer. I did not inherit those qualities...although i do have an eye (if you believe my auntie) Long story short - ended up working as the "office girl" for a (gasp) order filler. I am still working there and planning my "exit". I desperately want my own shop that will focus on beautiful designs (and people, and chit-chat, and service). I might not be the designer (good one at least) but teaming up with right people will get you far ahead. So... in hopes that very soon I will be able to have an actual shop name instead of "hoping to have"... LIVE LONG AND PROSPER