It’s wild out there and the struggle is real. Entrepreneurship is no joke, everyday is a new challenge, a new up, a new down, it never stops. The action, the drama, the energy is addictive and it’s why so many never want to retire from entrepreneurship. We’ve asked some very talented entrepreneurs to share some of those crazy stories with us.

Harleen Singh

There was a week when everything felt like it was falling apart. We were dealing with supply chain delays, missed deadlines, and that sinking feeling that nothing was moving forward. Then, out of nowhere, we received three pieces of incredible news on the same day. A chef from a Michelin three-star restaurant reached out to say he loved SaltWise and wanted to endorse it. Read More>>

Todd Nightenhelser

In nearly 30 yrs there are many, but our origin may be the best.

I THINK I committed a form of fraud…

In 1996 I was 19 and not liking the way work and school was going. I had just come off a terrible semester at college with the pressures to work 40+hrs a week at 3 jobs and take 18+ credit hrs at school. My parents house that I was living just had a major fire, life was rough. Read More>>

JJ Fox Hatch

Although there are many crazy stories related to my business, the one crazy story I would like to share is the story that actually started me in the business. Some said I was bold, while others said I was crazy, but to me it was a leap of faith. To tell this story, I have to take you back to 2009. Picture this, here I am in the gym trying to get my work out on when one of my minister friends came to me and said the Lord told her that I was going to be in radio. Read More>>

Courtney Benson

Craziest (but best) thing that ever happened to me in business? Here’s the truth.

In 2009, I went from flying high to flat broke. I had been a successful executive in the cosmetic industry, a celebrity make up artist. I managed eight states, ran trainings, and worked with brands like MAC, Sephora, and Nordstrom. I loved that life. It felt secure. Read More>>

Taylor Kiser

One of our favorite (and slightly wild) stories that really captures our team’s resilience happened during what was supposed to be a simple birthday party setup. Kayla and I (Taylor) were on our way to decorate for a client’s event —think: beautiful West Virginia scenic views… and zero cell service. Read More>>

A’undie Specht

I was working with an Army bride and an Airforce groom for four years. Both kept having to come and go overseas for deployment. After four years they were both finally home for good and we were able to finish our planning for their big day.
At the big day, it was beyond moving like all the rest, but bride’s dad hired a bagpiper to come and play the Army and the Airforce themes for them. (Obviously I balled as it was so very moving.) Read More>>