We were lucky to catch up with HECTOR GUERRERO recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi HECTOR, thanks for joining us today. Earning a full time living from one’s creative career can be incredibly difficult. Have you been able to do so and if so, can you share some of the key parts of your journey and any important advice or lessons that might help creatives who haven’t been able to yet?
You can make a living doing what you love. If anyone tells you otherwise—they’re lying.
I’m Hector Alejandro Guerrero. And no, this isn’t some ChatGPT response—I’m literally typing this on a break while producing a podcast (LOL).
So how did I get here—making a living off what I love? By being brutally honest with myself and having a deep desire to serve others.
Confrontation was key. Not the kind rooted in anger or fear, but the kind that says, “Alright—what lies are you still believing about yourself?” Facing the truth about who I am helped me uncover the real me: someone who genuinely loves to serve. And for me, service looks like video production and the food & beverage world—two passions that somehow perfectly collide in my life.
If I could’ve fast-tracked the journey, here’s what I’d tell my younger self—or anyone trying to get where they want to go:
Stay out of debt.
Build savings early.
Speak up—especially around narcissists in the workplace.
Don’t get stuck in your own head. Talk it out. Heal. Grow.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.
I started my journey working as a janitor from ages 18 to 22. During that time, I taught myself how to use a camera, often staying up late learning, experimenting, and honing my craft. At 22, I transitioned into full-time youth ministry, working closely with students and schools in Grand Prairie, Texas. That season helped shape my heart for people and gave me a strong foundation in leadership and communication.
By 23, I launched my own production business, which I’ve been building ever since. Today, at 27, I focus primarily on filming podcasts and live events. Along the way, I’ve also worked as a bartender at Firehouse Gastro Park and with their sister company, Mama’s Medicine cocktail catering.
These roles have given me unique access to both the creative and service industries, which I believe complement each other in unexpected ways.
My discipline is rooted in mental endurance and rejecting a victim mindset. I’ve noticed a lot of people—especially those around my age—are constantly upset at someone: a boss, a friend, a co-worker. They want justice, but few are willing to build it. I choose to build. That mindset shapes how I approach both my work and my relationships.
What sets me apart is simple: I’m not duplicitous. I’m not pretending to be someone I’m not.
I live with integrity and lead with sincerity. Whether I’m behind the camera or behind the bar, my goal is to bring someone’s vision to life with excellence and authenticity. I’m not in this for the illusion of success—I’m here to serve.
The thing I’m most proud of isn’t a specific project or achievement—it’s that I’ve found myself. I no longer let work define who I am, which frees me to approach my craft from a place of honesty and openness. That’s where the real impact happens.
If there’s one thing I want people to know about me and my work, it’s this: I do what I love, I do it with purpose, and I do it with people in mind.
We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.
The hardest person I’ve ever had to overcome is me.
I’ve battled addiction—alcohol, nicotine, and sex—while trying to build a business and be a man of integrity in my marriage. Facing yourself in the mirror, especially in the middle of addiction, feels like the hardest thing in the world. But it’s necessary.
Addiction doesn’t just affect your habits—it compromises your integrity, your relationships, your business, and your ability to hear your own inner voice. You start to lose you.
If you’re in that place, I want to encourage you: find your voice. Speak to the younger version of yourself who still believes in healing and change. That’s where resilience begins.
The more you grow, the more you can build a life rooted in integrity. And from that place comes freedom—more clarity, more money, more peace, more life.
How about pivoting – can you share the story of a time you’ve had to pivot?
This has happened 3 times in my life. If you’re gut says to leave- LEAVE.
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