We asked some of the brightest folks in the community to open up to us about the most important lesson their business or career has taught them. We’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

Emmy Jeffries | Founder + Principal Designer

The most important lesson my business has taught me is that life and careers are an ever changing torrent; there will be quick, strong currents where things are flowing better than you could imagine but there will also be shallow trickles of stagnation. Regardless of what flow you or your business are in, life will always be moving forward and changing course. Don’t let yourself get ripped under if something isn’t perfect or exactly as you imagined because life keeps going and it’s up to you to keep your head up while navigating those waters, not to make a calm sea. Read more>>

Brad Hosfeld | Furniture Designer

One of the most important lessons that my career has taught me is to do something you are passionate about. I know it is a cliche but if you do something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. Finding a profession that you are genuinely interested in will make your life so much more enjoyable and fulfilling. I have always tried to do my best at everything I do and having a profession that I enjoy makes it easy to try my hardest every day. At the end of the day, you spend so much time at your career that you should try and find something that doesn’t feel like work. Read more>>

Taylor Higgins | Creative Services Consultant

The most impactful lesson my business has taught me is the profound importance of truly believing in the creative services I offer, which encompass photography, business branding, design, websites, coaching, and more. I’ve discovered that when I am genuinely passionate and confident about the value I bring to the table, it resonates not only within my own work but also extends to my clients. Believing wholeheartedly in my services creates a ripple effect. When I approach projects with genuine enthusiasm and belief, my clients are more likely to absorb that positive energy. This, in turn, empowers them to believe in the products or services they provide to their end users. Read more>>