One of the best things about video games is the ability to restart – you can use your learnings to move faster and avoid obstacles. We often think about what we would do differently if we were starting over in business and we figured others probably think about this as well and so we asked the community to share their thoughts with us.

Kate McDermott

I’m really grateful for the path that has led to me to where I am today. The good and the bad are what shaped my success. There’s just one thing I’d go back and change if I could start over: I wouldn’t have ever worked for free. And I wouldn’t have worked for clients didn’t want to pay me. Read more>>

Laura Costa

Great question. If I were to start over and do anything differently, my main piece of advice would be to never stop learning. Staying up-to-date with new trends and technologies is absolutely crucial. I’d make sure to prioritize ongoing education and personal development to stay at the top of my game and help the brand continue to thrive. Read more>>

Taylor Breinholt

If I was to press a restart button on my business and do everything over tomorrow there are quite a few things I’d do the same, but a handful of things I’d change about my experience growing. The biggest thing is I wouldn’t be afraid to connect with other photographers in my community. Read more>>

Antonio Manuel Rayo Vega

If I were starting over today with the knowledge and experience I have gained, there are a few things I would do differently to set up my company more efficiently. Read more>>

Carrie Rogers

If I were to start over with my business, I’d like to go in with a clearer vision of my goals – who I wanted to serve, the type of work I wanted to create, and what I wanted my business to be all about in general. These are things I feel that I have figured out now, but it took a lot of years of doing work that wasn’t necessarily the best fit for me to get here. Read more>>