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?

Tara Dunn

Being a business owner comes with the highest of highs and lowest of lows. What determines how you feel would be your mindset toward each situation that comes your way. Read more>>

Darilyn Owusu-Ansah

Entrepreneurship is no easy feat You may see individual’s on social media that make it look so easy and perfect ( I was one of those people that thought that) but there is SO much more to the job than you think. Read more>>

Gabs Hayes

As a business owner, I find immense happiness in my role! Yet, there are moments when I think about what it would be like to have a full-time job again, and many entrepreneur friends echo this sentiment. Read more>>

Web Richards

Being your own boss comes with a lot of challenges, but it also has many rewards. I often daydream about what it would be like to just clock in and clock out, to have financial stability and freedom on nights and weekends. Read more>>

Jessica Davis

I am truly happy being a business owner. I think that happiness stems from being passionate about the focus of the business. Read more>>

Brandon Bird

Yesterday I decided to take the day off with my wife. We had an impromptu date during the day and had a great time. Few jobs will ever afford me that free reign. Read more>>

Nick Robertson

Being a business owner has been the best and hardest thing I’ve ever done. When I first started my business, it was borderline euphoric. I was able to set my own schedule, get back in the gym, start Jiu Jitsu, and be home. Read more>>

Kristin Silliman

I am extremely happy to be working for myself. Previously, I was a manager at a dental office and promoted to oversee 2 offices in the Houston area. The upper management team talked down to us and belittled everything we said and did. Read more>>

Jon Fleming

Being a self-employed small business owner has its pros and cons, but I would not trade it for anything else! Three reasons I love being a small business owner and why I would never work a “regular job” Read more>>

Brooke Sellers

I am so happy to own my own business. I am currently looking for a house and the only showings were at random times during the week, and I just thought to myself how lucky I am to be able to create my own schedule so I can go whenever I want. Read more>>

Alain Yaovi Dagba

Yes, I find joy in my business. As a spiritual teacher, I have the privilege of connecting with individuals from diverse backgrounds—varying cultures, ethnicities, and professional fields. Read more>>

Mark Dockery

Being a business owner has brought me immense happiness, especially because it aligns with my passion for creating. The need to constantly innovate, whether creatively or in business strategy, presents exciting challenges that keep me engaged and motivated. Read more>>

Paley & Erik Carmona

I am happy as a business owner. There is times when we are tired and we just know this is all for the best one day. I work full time also so when I get home or my days off are all around the business. Read more>>

Erin Payne

Being a product-based business owner is most stressful around two times a year- when it’s crazy busy (pre-holiday time when everyone is in gift-giving mode and sales are at their highest) and when it’s crazy slow (over the summer when sales are few and far between). Read more>>

Monique Blackmon

As a business owner, I derive fulfillment from the autonomy and flexibility it affords me, particularly in setting my own schedule to better serve others. Read more>>

Avery Hughes

Just the other day while building out our new mushroom grow facility, I was thinking back over all the jobs I’ve had up to this point. I was in the middle of a particularly tough project, wiring up a rather confusing contraption that helps automate the bagging process of mushroom substrate. Read more>>

Alexis Washington

I am very happy as a business owner but there have many days where I’ve considered sticking to my 9-5. Small businesses have a harder climb up, but remembering God’s purpose for my business will always redirect me to the path of purpose. Read more>>

Katie Bond

Yes & yes. I am so happy as a business owner, the best decision I ever made. And yes, there are times I have wondered how it would feel easier if I was in a regular job… like when I arrived to work last week and there was 3 leaks in the lobby from the rains. So, yes, those moments to come to mind. Read more>>

Lacey Schmitt

Running a business is undeniably demanding and necessitates a substantial personal commitment. The journey is challenging, often exhausting, but the fulfillment derived from pursuing your wildest dreams is incredibly rewarding. Read more>>