We asked some fantastic entrepreneurs and creatives to tell us about their first job in their field. Check out their stories below.

Brian Wood

My heart was always open to help people and lead them towards truth . I was looking for internships when I was in undergraduate in college and at that time I was directed by one of my professors from college to look into working in a psychiatric hospital, because I would be exposed to many diagnoses , how patients were treated medically and what would be the best care of action for clients. Read more>>

Mangda Sengvanhpheng

I never dreamt or planned to be working so intimately with grief, loss, and death. In 2018 my mother was diagnosed with cancer and shorty after I found myself navigating unknown territories while tending to my mother through her final days. Read more>>

David Richards

It was December 2001, while serving in the military, we were confined to barracks (we were on standby in case of any incidents) for the Trinidad and Tobago general elections. While visiting a friend (a medic) at the Medical Inspection Room (MI Room), I encountered his head of department. She knew I had recently applied for a position and due to no fault of mine was not chosen. She questioned me about my qualifications and plans for the future. Read more>>

Ashley Reader

Like many nurses, prior to my injecting career I’ve always held multiple per diem jobs in acute settings. This led me into networking with all kinds of great practitioners from different specialties. There are so many amazing individuals I can thank for my growth and career direction. I also believe this type of multiple job “hustle” that most nurses possess ultimately lead me onto my path towards entrepreneurship. Read more>>