How do you know when you should keep going versus when it makes sense to cut your losses and try something new? It’s a difficult decision most entrepreneurs and creatives have faced along their journey and so we asked some brilliant folks from the community to share their thoughts.

Maria & Jesus Cabezas | Event stylists & balloon artists

Running a business is no small task especially as a husband and wife. The daily grind to create content, answer inquiries, design, build, market our business and provide the utmost perfect service for each of our clients is a constant struggle for us. We strive constantly to be the best version of ourselves, continue to grow along with our business and put out the best possible product we can. With that said this comes with great sacrifice both physical and emotional and although this can be draining at times the ultimate reward and reason why we keep going is to see the vision and goals of what was just an idea come to life. Read more>>

Kristie Stephenson | Designer

One of the first shows I did in the beginning was in Miami. There were other makers around me, their message was clearer. You could tell what they made and what it was and what it did. I didn’t have a collection at the time, a story or branding. I didn’t know myself exactly what to do to fix the situation I was in but I had a gut feeling I’d figure it out, I really loved these magical seeds and I wanted to make something beautiful with them and do them justice. Read more>>

Kawine & Kerlyne Clermont | Owners of Shopidentique

When you start daydreaming and thinking frequently about your business, that’s when you know you should keep going. If it’s something you genuinely want to do, you shouldn’t give up. You should never let stress or feeling overwhelmed stop you from pursuing your passion or goal in life, especially if you desire more for yourself and your future. Additionally, receiving and seeing other people’s feedback motivates you to keep going. Read more>>