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.

Kierra Saddled | Artist Manager/Property Manager

I am from Lawton, Fort Sill Oklahoma. I moved from there to Texas at just 15 years old with a newborn baby. I moved here by myself experienced some homeless times, life obstacles, working at a Krogers home from work late at night when the buses are closed down for the night. I worked multiple jobs to out myself back through school and build the life I dreamed of! I went the dark times that motivated me to find my light. All the things that I thought were test to break me actually help build me i to the determined entrepreneur I am today. I am not where I want to be by far due to lack of support and have the right people in my corner that believe in my vision just as I do. Read more>>

Katie Tschida | Digital Organization Virtual Assistant

I was born and raised in Texas on a small farm, where I was immersed in a rich environment of animals, including horses, cows, chickens, dogs, and cats. My family also bred and raised Jack Russell Terriers, and we actively participated in dog trials, including confirmation, go-to-ground, and racing. My involvement extended to youth handler events, where I demonstrated my knowledge of Jack Russell Terriers and their history. Read more>>

Mactaivious Jones | Music Artist

I was born in Greenville, South Carolina, I’ve lived in Pasadena, Texas for most of my life. When I was born, I was in custody of my Mom, but she was not around, so I was really raised by my grandma and great grandma. When I was 2, my Dad finally got custody of me which was a scary experience. I remember I was scared because it felt like this was the first time I ever really met him consciously. We moved to Pasadena with my uncle right before I started Kindergarten, moved to Houston right before 3rd grade, and we moved back to Pasadena on our own before 6th grade. Everything felt like it was going so fast back then.  Read more>>