We asked some brilliant folks from the community to tell us about the most important lesson their business or career has taught them. We’ve shared some of those responses below.

Victoria Lambert | Mom Influencer | UGC Content Creator

The most important lesson my career path has taught me is that, a stranger will support you more than your hometown or friends, and be consistent in ANYTHING that you do. Growing my social media presence on tiktok and all of my social media handle. I was always inspired by mom influencers that one day i decided to take my social media presence serious and build my platform. It is key to always do your research and put in work before you start any line of work. Read more>>

MICHALEA SMITH | Owner and Wedding Coordinator

In the beginning when I started wedding planning (it was just a hobby) I met a woman at church who knew my grandfather. She told me that her daughter was getting married and that my husband told her that I could help. Boy oh boy, had no clue what I was getting myself into. Just about anything that could have happened, happened. Instead of having a bridezilla, it was the mother of the bride who was demanding and wanting this and that. Read more>>

Jamie Nicole | Baker | Small Business Owner

One important lesson I have learned through owning my own business is identifying worth. Be it my own self-worth as a business owner, the value of my products and services, and the merit and goodness of those around me, I have learned so much about identifying and respecting worth as a whole. Read more>>