There is so much to learn from investments that went really well as well as those that went really poorly and so we asked some of the wisest creatives and entrepreneurs in the community to tell us the stories of their best and worst investments.

Sean McNamara

My best investments have been my self-published books and online courses related to the consciousness-exploration work that I do. How is a book an investment? Let’s compare it to a property investor or a landlord. Read more>>

Lauren Najar

The worst investment that I have done in my business so far has been hiring a business and marketing coach before my business truly required it. It is nothing against this particular coach or anything she had taught me. Read more>>

Matthew Rucker

At the risk of sounding cliche, the best investment I’ve ever made (and continue to make) is in myself. Ironically, I learned this lesson from trying to get artists grants. Read more>>

Kelly Austin-Rolo

My most recent investment in myself was taking an Advanced Teacher Training Workshop with R&F paints. I am an artist instructor for this wonderful manufacturer of high quality paint. Read more>>

PAUL JEANT

The best investment I made was buying my first camera . I was at a point in my life where I was working a regular food job in NY. I had just gotten into taking pictures on my phone. I was pretty impressed with my own art. Read more>>

Damaris Elaine

One of the first Public Relations firms I hired to assist with media relations charged a monthly subscription fee. After a few months, I noticed the quality of the services declined and it was difficult to get in touch with the staff. Read more>>

DEBRA LAWRENCE

The best investment I have made as a business owner is investing in myself. for years, I focused on serving my many clients but never charged what I was worth. Read more>>