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.

Marin Davis

Since 2014 I’ve worked professionally in the marketing industry. I’ve worked with teams of creative professionals on brands like Cuties, Mighties, Panda Express and celebrities like Alex Borstein. After marrying an Army man, we moved and I began working as an insurance salesperson (AWFUL) and a Marketing Manager for an author and speaker. When that job ended I was left with a decision that was simple to make: Start my own marketing agency or job hunt every time the military moves us. Read more>>

Stacey Gardin

One of the things I realize looking back as a business owner is that I was hesitant to ask people for their help. I initially set out to do everything on my own. There are people that are willing to get on the bus with you in the early stages. When you’re in that grassroots phase, people that truly see the potential in you want to be attached to your success. If I could do it all over again, I would seek a team immediately. I would price myself to be able to pay for whatever help was possible and serve people wherever possible until I could afford to do more for them as a boss. Read more>>

Morgan Sinclaire

If I had to start over, I would start with the mindset of not being scared to go for the unconventional paths. I would have taken that extra class, switched to the different major and mapped a different outlook on what I deem as success. Read more>>

An Tran

Working remotely has many benefits, one of which is the ability to travel and work from any location. This has allowed me to visit 12 states in the past year and experience different cultures and ways of life. It has also allowed me to invest in an Airbnb cabin, which has been a rewarding experience both financially and personally. Read more>>

Brittany Olsen

Firstly, I would have started sooner. I wish I would have acted on starting the company sooner, but am very thankful for the experience I gained working with other companies. Read more>>

Dr. Christi Monk

I started my entrepreneurial journey in 2015 once I completed my doctoral degree in 2014. Beyond my college education, I invested in a coaching program for the first time that cost $9,000. The program talked about identifying my target audience, creating an avatar for who I wanted to serve, identifying my ideal client pain points, and so on. Because I am an overthinker, I kept investing in more programs because I thought there was this magic formula or one person that could help me fully launch my business to work for myself. But, of course, we always hear that phrase, “You can make six figures in six months.” Read more>>