In our conversations with thousands of entrepreneurs, professionals, and creatives we often hear the most heartwarming stories. These stories matter and they show why pursing your passion matters. When you care about what you do, you can make miracles happen for your clients, employees and other stakeholders. You’ll find some amazing stories below.

Anna Belton

In August of 2020, right in the midst of the pandemic, I found myself in quite a challenging situation. As a dedicated mother, I was breastfeeding my 10-month-old daughter and constantly tending to my high-energy 9-year-old son. The demands of full-time motherhood had me feeling overwhelmed, and I couldn’t shake the nagging sensation of being somewhat neglected. Read more>>

Nicole Landon

My career path was largely an unconscious journey because I chose to become a Surgical Technician because I wanted out of my current situation back then. I quickly realized that I was really good at something if I just applied myself. I just knew I was worth more than what I was being paid and/or offered for compensation for my time and effort. Read more>>

Marcia Conlon

One of the most heartwarming aspects to the support I offer is being able to be present at so many different memorable and transition moments in people’s lives. Read more>>

Lizz Maxwell

I’m thankful to have countless heartwarming stories to look back on over my 20+ year career. I can recall several moments of pure joy and celebration, overcoming obstacles, and perseverance that has taken place over the past almost eight years at GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland. One in particular that sticks out to me is a heartwarming story of a beautiful, unexpected reunion. Read more>>

Dr. Logan Spacek, PT, DPT, PCES

There have been so many heartwarming stories from my career and I’m thankful to be in a career that I can say that! It is truly difficult to pick just one. The genuine connection I feel with my patients after helping them achieve their goals is very high on the list. Getting great feedback from patients about the way I respect their bodies during pelvic exams or that their backs haven’t felt this good in 8 years help me to know I’m making an impact. Read more>>

Michelle Keyes

This fall I partnered with a local high school to pilot a new course. The students go off campus to my teaching kitchen in The Woodlands Texas, where we have a two-hour class once a week. The first hour focuses on nutrition education, specifically, the truth about our food. The second hour is spent preparing and cooking meals for children in active cancer treatment. Read more>>