Having to overcome unexpected problems is a hallmark of entrepreneurship. Almost every business owner, artist, maker, and creative we know has had to deal with countless unexpected problems that arise in the journey and so we asked some brilliant folks from the community to share their stories of the unexpected problems they’ve faced along the way.

Nessa Lily

As a content creator or influencer, you have to adapt to the constant changes that come with being on social media. Whether it’s adjusting your content to fit into the various algorithms and apps, needing to improve your video quality, among other things, it can be pretty challenging. In the last few months, I found myself struggling to grow my platforms and produce makeup content that I was happy with but also aligned with the current beauty trends and video styles. A common phrase everyone tells you online is “don’t let views and numbers get to you”. Read more>>

J.P. Boudreau

We opened our gallery a few months before the Pandemic hit, and were almost immediately shut down. As a new business, it was time to sink or swim. The issues we faced also provided opportunity, and the building next store to our first tiny location, became available. We rented the space while retaining our original space next door. Since then we have let go of the original two locations, and have consolidated into a larger space in one of the best locations in town. Read more>>