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Sed ut perspiciatis unde.
SubscribeWe asked some brilliant entrepreneurs, artists and creatives to reflect on lessons they’ve learned at prior jobs. We’ve shared highlights below.
Takiyah McDowell
I learned to always be willing to hear another person’s perspective, because you never know how that can change the outcome of an idea or goal. Being able to learn and share with your team or leadership is very important. By learning this concept within organizations I have worked for, it has helped me to be a better business owner. Read more>>
Jenni McNamee
Employee support matters more than anything else. I have worked in the dance and fitness industry for the majority of my adult life. This industry is competitive, and can be ruthless. Studio and gym owners can get swept up in image and dollar signs, neglecting their employees needs along the way. The atmosphere among staff members can become toxic, and the idea of team gets lost. Read more>>
Quentin Moore
This is not directly related to my music career but it was a life lesson I took with me forever. I ran track in Middle and High School, and I use to love to watch all the exciting races while still preparing for mine. One day, my coach pulled me aside and asked me, “What is more important to you, being a SPECTATOR or a PARTICIPATOR?” Read more>>
Danielle Magner
Transparency is king (or queen, in my case). Read more>>
Abigail Miner
Although not a typical path for a founder of a fashion brand, my formal educational and professional experiences have mostly been in the field of electrical engineering. From the time I was a child, I have always had an appreciation and love for fashion and design, however, I was always a lover of classic designs and simple silhouettes instead of the obvious “Avant Garde” indicators of a future fashion designer. Read more>>
Sophie Sadler
Experiencing integrity, and doing that you say you will do, is something that I never fully got to experience at previous job. Bosses would always fall short of their promises and eventually I grew tired of not feeling appreciated and being under-compensated for my work. I knew that in order for me to experience the full value of my work, and when I wanted to be away from work, I had to become my own boss, find my own clients and follow through on my own promises to myself. Read more>>
Brian Dougherty
As a young Navy SEAL, I encountered many challenges. Despite the problematic nature of these missions and tasks, I was determined to tackle them head-on. I knew that having the right attitude and outlook on life would be vital in helping me achieve success as a Navy SEAL. Early on in my career, I learned to change my perspective from one of dread to one of curiosity. Instead of approaching every situation thinking, “oh no,” Read more>>
Varada Sharma
I have been an Information Technology worker for over 2 decades. I have worked in all phases of the lifecycle of software. It has taught me essential skills from Project Management to Testing. I am also very comfortable using technology. As I often like to say, these toys love me ;-) Read more>>
Pamela J. Campbell
My sixteen years working in corporate america taught me many different things. One lesson is that everyone has a story and different experiences which what people’s perception of life is based off. Therefore it taught me to understand that everyone’s perspective on life is going to be different and that’s okay. Read more>> \
Albert Estergard
I’m always scavenging through time and the experiences I must endure to maintain life. Lately I have been thinking a lot about kale. I hate kale. I hate the way it sounds and how it makes my throat feel when I say it. I hate the way it looks like some unruly weed that you wouldn’t want in your front yard even if it was the only green among old tires and dead animals. Read more>>
Alan Lozano
In a past life, I was an aspiring professional musician. My brother, Daniel and I were aspiring rock and rollers from the time we were young teenagers well into our thirties. We had the best time and were lucky to experience things that most people truly dream of. While we were still playing, we began to take our real estate courses and we quickly learned that there were many parallels between the music business and being in the real estate business, the most important of which include branding, self promotion and marketing. Read more>>
Sebastien Courty
I have learned many critical lessons throughout my career either during a previous job or a project I recently worked on. One of the most important lessons of all would be the ability to surround myself with people that I trust and look up to. Easily said than done, and most difficult to implement on a day-to-day basis. Read more>>
Herman Green
My experience as a Financial Advisor taught me how to understand and build strong relationships with my clients and customers. In order to excel in your position or industry, you must be empathetic to the needs and wants of others and build trust. Read more>>
