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.

Liz Lindenmeier | Founder of Lit&Lean

A few lessons. 1. You are the designer of you life. My background, education, and life experiences all contributed to me ultimately creating my own business and being my own boss. I needed to explore multiple jobs and avenues in order to gain the experience and clarity to form my own brand. Read more>>

Courtney | Victim Advocate for Sexual Assault / Entrepreneur

The most important lesson my business has taught me is to never give up. Apply yourself to your brand and commit. For example , with the uncertainty of the economy continue to persevere and find more ways to elevate . Also know there will be better days . My career has taught me to be optimistic..Read more>>

Ulisses Souza | Chef/Restauranteur

I think the most important lesson on any business is never stop learning and studying new ways to work it out. We just came out of a pandemic and we learned a lot during those days. We had to look for different ways to reach new customers and better ways for us to serve our clientele during those times. Read more>>