What even is a “regular” job? Semantics aside, the heart of our question is about those moments when the stress of entrepreneurship is mounting – do you ever sit back and wonder what if you had just been working for someone else, what life would have been like without all the stress?

Crystal Bell

Honestly… yes. But it’s not the kind of happy people imagine. It’s not all smiles and “boss moves.” It’s peace mixed with pressure. I wake up every day knowing I’m in control — but that control comes with a price: no guaranteed check, no safety net, no clock-out. Just faith, drive, and a vision that keeps me up at night. Read More>>

Kayla Blackwell

Being a business owner was the best decision I have ever made for myself! As a body piercer it is very important to know what materials you are using and where they are being sourced from, as well as being completely reliable and transparent to your customers. This is the sole reason I wanted to work for myself. Read More>>

Andrea McClew

I made the leap from a regular job to chase my dreams because I craved the independence of being my own boss. Let me tell you, it’s a tough world out there! Long hours, not enough pay, and some not-so-great managers made me realize I deserved better.But is owning your own business a walk in the park? Absolutely not! Read More>>

Jazmine Robinson

Now when it comes to questioning if I am happier as a business owner, my answer is 1,000 times yes. Read More>>

Jessica Ozoude

I am happy to be a business owner, because I enjoy the freedom of choice. I enjoy the ability to choose my weekly schedule, work time, break time and leisure days. I have experience being employed by an employer in the following field of retail, restaurant, bridal wear, public school education, food delivery and more. Read More>>

Valerie Vicario

I have always been happy as a business owner. I enjoy the freedom business owners experience. Being a business owner is equivalent to being a problem solver. It’s not for the faint at heart. Business owners don’t just wear many hats, they wear every hat. There is a good and not so good side to everything. Read More>>

Jalyn Powell

Being a business owner is not for the faint of heart especially in those early years when you’re the HR department, the marketing team, the program manager, and everything in between. I am deeply fulfilled as a business owner, but happiness ebbs and flows. When things get hard, I remind myself of my why. Read More>>

Stephania Bonilla Salas

Yes, I’m definitely happier as a business owner. Being a DJ isn’t just my job it’s my passion and my lifestyle. Read More>>

Lina Thomas

Like most people, if you are thinking about stepping outside of the social norms, it can be a bit unsettling. You can’t really predict the future, and in all honesty, many self made businesses never reach self sufficiency. Having a good plan and a fair amount of emotional as well as financial backup can mean the difference between making it, and falling flat. Read More>>