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.

Tiffany Cartwright

So imagine this tag line “From work to welfare to Walmart! One day I am enjoying life as an Administrative Law Judge when suddenly without notice I am let go! I later lost my home I lost my car I ended up filing for bankruptcy! Imagine being the only person on the face of the earth who goes from presiding over unemployment hearings to relying upon an unemployment check. Read more>>

Jill Sublett

My worst fear as a new bakery business owner came true last December 27th. I was highly recommended by a good friend to a friend of hers that was getting married. Her favorite cake is red velvet, and my friend told her my recipe can’t be beat. I was definitely nervous about making a wedding cake, especially delivering one! I knew it was going to be extra challenging since the recipe is very moist- not the best choice for a tiered cake. Read more>>

Effie Bomber

I never in a million years think I’d be getting a phone call from Netflix. It all began when I connected with Metro Skateboard Academy. After talking with many different organizations including, The City of Orlando and getting yet another no for an idea to bring more inclusivity, plus beginner skaters out and comfortable at the skate parks, Metro Skateboard Academy a Latin owned establishment would true our frown upside down. Read more>>