Helping more people thrive doing what they love or are passionate about means helping more folks learn from those who came before them and so we asked successful entrepreneurs, artists and creatives to tell us what they would do differently, knowing what they know now, if they were starting over.

Loren Jackson

If I started over in my photography business, the number one thing I would do differently would be to implement what Mike Michalowicz discusses in his book “Profit First.”

Running a successful FULL-TIME photography business requires an understanding of busy and slow seasons. We have our feast seasons when balances are being paid daily. Then, during our famine, it could be weeks before we see a “payday.” Read more>>

Brandon Realmonte

Fail early and often. I think most creatives spend too much time thinking about doing something, planning to do it, but never actually follow through. I have been guilty of this more times than I can count. In my opinion, there’s nothing more valuable than experience, and learning from your failures is typically the most impactful experience you can get. Read more>>

Hélène Goupil

Honestly, I don’t think I’d do anything differently. As a freelancer, every new project is a fresh start, a chance to learn and adapt. That constant evolution is what I love about my work and having gone through experiences, obstacles, and mistakes along the way influences the way I keep going. Read more>>

Bobby & Renee Peoples

If we were starting over today, knowing everything we’ve learned over the years, we would focus on building a strong foundation with streamlined production processes, strategic partnerships, and a direct-to-audience distribution model. With over 20 years of experience and more than 100 projects under our belt, we’ve learned the importance of efficiency, targeted storytelling, and leveraging digital platforms to reach a broader audience. Read more>>