Risk is a topic that comes up a lot in our conversations with entrepreneurs and creatives, but a related topic is investments. Investments come in many forms – investing your time, money, heart and soul, etc. So, with that broad definition of investment in mind, we asked rising stars in the community to tell us the stories of the best or worst investments they’ve made.

Danielle DeZao

My best investment was in a three-month program with a holistic health coach and Reiki energy healer. I didn’t fully understand what either of those was, to be honest! But I had just left my full-time event producer job and knew I needed a reset that I couldn’t put my finger on. I came across this woman and felt an immediate connection. Read more>>

Gavin Otteson

In 2021, my wife and I decided to downsize. We moved from our large Southern California 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment to a 300 square foot Tiny Home On Wheels! It was a big gamble. You can’t really practice living tiny. You just have to jump in and do it. Read more>>

Delaney Gibbons

I’ve been dreaming of running my own shop for a long time. The obstacle that kept me from ever moving forward was what exactly I wanted my shop to offer. I wouldn’t say I have a short attention span, but rather a lot of different interests that constantly battle for my full focus. Read more>>

Doug O’Connell

I would have to say the best investment I have ever made in my career is EDUCATION! Taking classes and learning the craft is super important if you’re wanting to be successful in this industry. You have to keep on top of the latest hair trends. Invest into your craft and you will go far! Read more>>

April Timmermans

The best investment I have ever made is purchasing a Home Staging Business. As a small business owner, each day is different. I meet new faces and have new and unique challenges that I wouldn’t trade for the world. Read more>>