As almost any entrepreneur or creative will tell you, unexpected problems are to be expected. Below, you’ll hear some incredible stories that highlight and illustrate the kinds of issues and problems entrepreneurs and creatives are dealing with everyday. It’s not easy, but the silver lining is that dealing with unexpected problems is one of the best ways to develop antifragility.

Joey Jovanovich

While living in Belgrade, Serbia in 2021-2022, I was making my first documentary film. I had only ever made other people’s films and this was the first one I was directing myself. Read more>>

Alana McFall

In early 2020, just after purchasing a business with no prior experience, I encountered an unexpected and monumental challenge: Read more>>

Tina Evans

I was in an unhealthy work environment in 2019 doing a job that did not fulfill me. My unhappiness began affecting my health and relationships. Read more>>

Luis Contreras

Covid the biggest. First year in business and already getting hit with a pandemic. We decided to push through and never close our doors. I truly believe this is what had us survive and flourish truly. Read more>>

Lenia Castro

Owning a small art business presents unique challenges due to the creative and often unpredictable nature of the art industry. Read more>> 

Sheila Ciminera

Over the past 8 years of owning my own therapy practice, I’ve faced many obstacles and barriers. It’s been exciting and chaotic and stressful and so, so fulfilling. Read more>>

Ali Haney

As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, I have faced many challenges in making all of the pieces of my puzzle fit together. From wedding photographer, to brand photographer, to brand developer, to short-term rental host, to wedding venue owner, to digital marketer, to course creator, to podcast host… Read more>>

Megan Shank

Title: From Beauty to Resilience: A Journey of Transformation and Discovery As an account executive in the beauty industry, the onset of Covid in 2020 shattered my world, leading to the loss of my job and witnessing the collapse of my of the beauty industry. Read more>>