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.
Niles Thiselton
Like many creators, we often have numerous ideas swirling around in our heads, pondering questions like, ‘What if I did this?’ or ‘What if I tried that?’ However, the fear of risk often holds us back. Is it a risk of our time? Read more>>
Kevin Saunders
The best investment I’ve ever made (and continue to make) is investing in myself. I know this might sound a bit silly, but honestly, it’s true! I think we as people are quick to put a value on things that are either physical or things we can outwardly see the potential for growth. Read more>>
Brandon Newell
The best investment I’ve made I believe would be myself. I bet on myself and tripled my worth, things got tough at time and I almost gave up but you either work hard for your self or put in the work for someone else so I chose me. Read more>>
Lena Khais
As a manifestation coach, my journey from corporate life to building my own coaching business has been marked by key decisions, each shaping the trajectory of my career and personal growth. Read more>>
Angela Auriti
The best investment of my time and energy I’ve ever made was reactivating the Ceramics Club at Brooklyn College after its hiatus due to the pandemic. At the time, in Summer of 2022, I had just 3 months of ceramic experience. Read more>>
Karen Canon
The best investment I have made was buying the jewelry truck. I never imagined it would have such a positive impact and be so well-received. It is truly adorable and has become my mobile store. It embodies the Brunetta experience. Read more>>
Nichole Nicolet
The best investment I’ve probably made is a high-quality scanner for my art. Most of my pieces are small, and the cost of having them professionally scanned really adds up over time. Read more>>
Nick Ewing
Im sure I have more investment opportunities coming in the future, but for sure the worst investment I had made so far was not investing in myself and my career when I had the chance to do so financially. Read more>>