Starting a business can be terrifying. Weighing the pros and cons, the risks, and other considerations can be so overwhelming that often promising entrepreneurs stop before they even start. We asked some phenomenal entrepreneurs about their thought process behind starting their own businesses. Our hope is that by making the thought-process less intimidating we can help more folks think through whether they should take an entrepreneurial leap.

Isaiah Irons

Being able to let go of projections from the world’s insecurities and realizing these thoughts were not my own. These thoughts didn’t actually exist and the only reason they had relevance in my life was because I chose to think they did. Realizing that true intent is both based on words and action to form a reality is what drives my team beyond the word limit and the true compassion to help shape shift the mind and break the cycles of perpetual thinking. A healthy mind is your strongest asset. Read More>>

Ax Stinnett

These are just my natural talents. I’m just doing what comes organically. Sometimes I express myself in song, and other times I design a t-shirt about what I’m thinking or feeling. Read More>>

Lucretia Williams

Starting my business stemmed from a desire to embrace my God-given talents and skills to build a career rooted in my passion for event planning. I wanted to create a space where I could take ownership of my future and become an expert in my field, offering tailored, high-quality experiences to clients. My thought process revolved around gaining independence, developing a strong foundation for success, and channeling my creativity into a business that reflects my values. By carefully considering the risks and rewards, and with a clear vision of my goals, I structured my business to thrive in an evolving industry while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction and personal growth. Read More>>

Naveed Iqbal

From a very young age I’ve wanted to make a big impact in the world by helping people overcome barriers. My father was a big inspiration. He helped farmers finance their very first farm equipment when no one else would. I saw first hand the impact his work had on the lives of people he worked with. I knew I wanted to experience the same joy and reward that comes with uplifting others. Read More>>

Noelle Morovich

I knew from the time I was a small child I wanted to own and operate a small business. I have always had a strong connection with cats & dogs and had been doing pet care on the side for many years. My associates degree is in small business management & with my background in the mortgage industry and understanding finances I not only have the gift of understanding cat and dog behavior but the knowledge of how to run a successful business. Read More>>

Seth Flora

I started my businesses because I saw problems that needed solving and figured, why not be the one to fix them?

With LEO Digital Marketing, I had some solid marketing skills and realized a lot of small businesses struggle to get noticed because they either don’t have the time, budget, or know-how to market themselves properly. I wanted to help them grow without breaking the bank, so I started LEO to provide affordable, quality marketing services. Read More>>