The last time we went to Disney World was 2018 with our 1.5 years old. We went to all four parks in 5 Days during February and they had the hottest week (90+ degree). We were so tired and so hot, thank goodness for the baby center (more on that later). We didn’t enjoy the […]

Personal, Travel

July 1, 2024

11 Tips for Family Traveling to Walt Disney World.

A family of four taking a picture in an Encanto scenery box at Disney World's Animal Kingdom in Orlando, Florida.

One of my favorite things to do when I’m traveling is to find some unique snacks or meals to eat. Everyone in my family is a pretty adventurous eater, except for my 7-year-old. Of course, no Disney World trip is complete without getting some Mickey waffles and Character dining. There were so many cuisines and […]

Personal, Travel

May 25, 2024

Our 7 Favorite Snacks/Meals in Disney World & Disney Springs

An Asian woman is holding a Mickey-shaped ice cream at Disney World Animal Kingdom.

One of my goals this year is to attend a conference.  Last month, I had the opportunity to attend the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Women’s Business Conference in Austin, Texas. It was my first time in Austin. I decided to arrive on Friday so I could spend all day on Saturday doing […]

Personal

November 1, 2023

My First Conference Experience

I’m turning 40 this month and still can’t believe I’ve been a business owner for 5 years! As an immigrant, I couldn’t have imagined that this is my life right now. I’m so grateful. I was raised by my grandparents in Malaysia while my mom worked in the United States to create a better life […]

Branding, Personal

May 1, 2023

This is 40.

An Asian female personal branding photographer wearing a green top sitting on the floor and leading against a sofa with her DSLR camera.

I attended a two-day, You Are The Brand Workshop with Mike Kim a few weeks ago. It was an amazing experience with inspiring entrepreneurs and many mind-blowing moments! I met new friends with businesses from start-ups to owning multiple businesses. Mike Kim is a personal brand strategist, host of the You Are The Brand podcast, […]

Branding, Personal

March 10, 2023

You Are The Brand Workshop with Mike Kim Experience & Takeaways

Charissa H. Yong is holding the You Are The Brand book and standing next to the author of the book, Mike Kim.

I can’t believe I’m celebrating 5 years in business! 5 years ago, I quit my full-time corporate job as a software test engineer and became a business owner. I started this business in 2018 because I was burned out. I was commuting 3 hours round trip every day from northern New Jersey to central New […]

Branding, Personal

March 1, 2023

Celebrating 5 Years In Business

An Asian female holding a number 5 rose gold balloon.

2022 has been an amazing year! Thank you so much for your continuous support! I’m so lucky to do what I love and I couldn’t have done it without you – my followers, my clients, my referral partners, my friends, and most importantly, my family. I have learned so much this year about myself and […]

Branding, Personal, Year End Review

December 1, 2022

2022 Year-End Review

A male HVAC technician standing next to his HVAC truck.

I’m so excited to celebrate 4 years in business! If you told me 4 years ago that I would quit my corporate job and become a business owner and a photographer, I would not have believed you. Turns out, it was one of the best life decisions I ever made. Was it easy? No! But […]

Personal

March 1, 2022

Celebrating 4 Years in Business

An Asian woman with her arms up showing excitement in a co-working space.

“I’m sorry but we couldn’t find a heartbeat.” These words still hurt even now. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and I hope my story will help other women who are also going through a loss. You are NOT alone in this and it is NOT your fault. My husband and I were so excited […]

Personal

October 21, 2020

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month