Helping more people thrive doing what they love or are passionate about means helping more folks learn from those who came before them and so we asked successful entrepreneurs, artists and creatives to tell us what they would do differently, knowing what they know now, if they were starting over.

Stephanie Brayman

I feel there have been so many experiences and life lessons that have led me to where I am now and the one thing I would do differently is to bet on myself. Read more>>

Veronica Mattar

I have been a hairdresser for the last 17 years, I started when I was in high school. I would say back then paying attention to my health and my impact on the world wasn’t my top priority. Read more>>

Kristen Stone

I have been in this business for around 14 years. I started for fun, photographing my friends and family. I remember photographing my first wedding for $700. Read more>>

Joséphine Saffert

The big thing I’d have done differently when I started my real estate development company is to have worried less. When you first start a business, it’s normal to want to do everything perfectly and avoid mistakes. Read more>>

Adelaida Diaz-Roa

Starting over, I would place a greater emphasis on networking from the very beginning. It’s not just about expanding your contacts—it’s about embracing the principle of “who not how.” Read more>>

Janet Dixon

Building a business alone is challenge for anyone, especially in an industry where there is a lot of other talented artists offering the same service. Read more>>

Stephanie Deming

If given the opportunity to revisit the past, I would prioritize self-investment. Despite taking a few courses over the years, I did not devote much time to this endeavor. Read more>>