By far the most common conversation we have with the folks we interview is about work-life balance. Starting a business or pursuing a creative career makes finding work life balance really tough because there is no clear start and end to one’s work day. We’ve shared some of our conversations on the topic below.

Valerie Bihet | Founder & Visionary

I challenge myself everyday. My business is my passion and I truly love the events industry and the people in it. When I meet someone, what you see is what you get and I think people appreciate that. Read more>>

steven camón | Facial Specialist

“My experiences in the business world have shown me that perseverance, consistency and discipline are critical factors in the success of any brand. These qualities have helped us to stick to our vision and reach our milestones.” Read more>>

Liani Kotcher | Liani Kotcher writing as Rektok Ross | Bestselling, Award-Winning Author and Producer

As a trial attorney turned bestselling author, I firmly believe that the most important factor behind the success of my author career is perseverance and believing in myself. In any career, but especially as a creative and entrepreneur, it is imperative that the “nos” and rejection don’t stop you! You have to always keep going and believe in what you are doing. Read more>>

Maria Conneway | Owner/Operator

Being a pet salon in 2023 is tough. The pet grooming industry is not regulated in any way and anyone can apply for a business license and hang a sign in a garage window. In order to stand out, we approached things differently and aspired to build a business that catered to the client,, the animal and the groomer equally. Each is equally important and if there is not balance, then their is chaos and things get overlooked, resulting in injuries or bad service. Read more>>

Rhea Francani | Singer/Songwriter/Producer/Teacher

What is the most important factor behind the success of your brand? Although I grew up in Buffalo, I’m drawn to the southern charm of country music’s heartfelt lyrics – songs about love, life and good times. My sound blends country, pop and rock sounds to create a distinctive country brand of music, style and fun. I bring a bit of the city to the country! I think it is important to stay true to myself and true to the music that I write. Read more>>

Ajla Brama | Money, Biz & Finance

Perseverance. I have two businesses. When I started my first, a natural skincare company, I had no idea what I was doing at all. I winged everything and hoped for the best. All I knew was that I had a passion and bills to pay. That was the single most worst and best year of my life. Every day I would wake up and figure out how to make my company better and how to sell. Read more>>

Mikey MIA | Music Artist & Producer

Always remaining authentic through it all & also being able to stay down with putting in the work necessary even when the results aren’t being seen right away or the light not being shined on you at the moment. For me personally there’s a certain hunger that I feel that’s never satiated & I strive to make sure any type of work I bring is better than my last. Read more>>