We asked some of the brightest and most thoughtful entrepreneurs, artists and creatives in the community to tell us about something they believe that most people in their space disagree with and we’ve shared highlights below.

Jaimee Campanella

Traditional time management systems are broken. Most people believe that productivity is all about rigid schedules, detailed to-do lists, and squeezing more into every hour. But I believe the true key to unlocking productivity isn’t about managing your time—it’s about transforming your relationship with it. Read more>>

Mercedes Eckert

Many people in the mystery shopping industry believe in keeping their job a secret. They don’t want others to know they are mystery shoppers for two reasons. One, they fear that if too many people find out there won’t be enough work. And two, they don’t want to get caught as a mystery shopper while on the job. While I understand where they are coming from, this way of thinking has kept the general public in the dark when it comes to this industry and has allowed scams to abound. Mystery shopping is a legitimate job and fantastic source of income. But because of many scammers in the industry and misinformation, the general public has been wary of it. Read more>>

Barika Andrews

I’ve been leading since 1997, and over the years, I’ve learned a lot about developing teams that function well, work hard for the common goal of the organization, the leader, and each other. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is the importance of building relationships with the people who work with you and helping them build relationships with each other. Read more>>

Camia Farr

At Camia Janine Co., we challenge the idea that you can find your people and thrive without ever leaving your hometown. I believe that sometimes, you do have to move—but not necessarily to New York, Atlanta, or any of the so-called “big” creative hubs.

There’s this pushback when I say this, especially from people who think success is about making the most of where you are. But my journey has shown me otherwise. Growth requires new environments, fresh perspectives, and sometimes, a complete reset. Staying in the same place that shaped you can also limit you—because the same people, mindsets, and expectations often keep you boxed in. Read more>>