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.

Jen Robinson

If I could go back and offer advice to my past self, I would say that I should have trusted God more in the journey of building my photography business. I spent 13 years in business, and during that time, I sometimes hesitated to take the risks or make the big leaps I needed to, because I doubted myself or feared the unknown. If I had trusted God and put my faith in His provision, I believe I would have moved forward more quickly. Read more>>

Natalie Southwell

If I were starting over in my business, I would have taken a closer look at the season I was in before taking the leap. When God calls us to something greater, the path is often unclear. The calling is always bigger than us, frequently met with uncertainty, fear, and even well-meaning individuals who may unintentionally discourage us from moving forward. Read more>>

Hailee Smith

If I were starting over today, one of the first things I’d do is hire a financial planner and bookkeeper. Three years into business, having these professionals in place has completely transformed the way I understand my numbers, make decisions, and plan for growth. In the beginning, I was trying to do it all myself, and while I managed, I now realize how much time and energy I could have saved by having experts handle the financial side from the start. It’s given me so much more confidence and control over my business, and I can’t recommend it enough to new entrepreneurs. Read more>>

Candy Gibson

So many things! It has been really fun learning. Marketing is more important than I thought. People won’t just come. I would have acted a little more seriously so people took me more seriously. Read more>>

Elijah Owens

If I were starting over, one thing I’d definitely do differently is give it 100% from the very beginning. When I first started, I didn’t have as much confidence in myself or my work, and I hesitated to really put myself out there. Over time, as I gained more confidence, it showed not only in the quality of my photos but also in how I approached opportunities and challenges. That confidence made such a big difference in my growth. Read more>>