We speak with so many brilliant folks across dozens of industries and when those folks happen to be working for someone else, sometimes we can’t help but wonder why they aren’t working for themselves. How do folks decide between joining a firm or starting their own? We posed the question to the community and have shared some of their responses below.

Joe Lopez

I am originally from Mexico, and I grew up in a family of architects & builders. It was natural for me to adopt that career as it was present. My mother, was an interior designer and general contractor, she was by far a source of inspiration and motivation for my career, she always showed passion and enthusiasm while designing and dealing with clients. Read more>>

J.LeVar Bryan, Sr.

I’ve always looked for ways to venture off into entrepreneurship. Whether it was joining a network marketing/direct sales opportunity at 18 years old or trying to start something on my own…I’ve had a desire to serve others in my own way. Read more>>

Nicole Walker

Starting out as a real estate agent in North Carolina, it’s required to be affiliated with a firm for the first 2 year of full time experience. So, I joined a team with a great friend and was bubbling over with excitement and enthusiasm and ready to start a new business. Motivated to achieve my goals, I knew I was in the right place because this firm aligned their culture with my core values. Read more>>