We had the good fortune of connecting with Adriana Gonzalez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Adriana, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
The most important factor behind my success is my faith. I am a wholehearted believer in God, and I’ve built my business on trust and obedience to Him. Proverbs 3:5–6 teaches us that when we trust in the Lord and acknowledge Him in all that we do, He will direct our paths. I believe that the opportunity to start and grow my business isn’t based on luck, but on faithfully following the path God has set before me. Because of that, I have peace, direction, and confidence in everything I do.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I’ve been a licensed driving instructor for over ten years, and my journey hasn’t been a smooth one. I worked with several driving schools, took on different jobs along the way, anything that would provide stability for me and my kids. As a single mom of three young children, that season was challenging and far from easy.

Those experiences shaped who I am today and strengthened my faith. When I truly placed my life in God’s hands, I found clarity, direction, and the confidence to move forward with purpose. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that perseverance and faith can carry you through even the hardest seasons.

My brand is built on integrity, service, and trust. I want people to know that my story and my business are rooted in resilience, faith, and a commitment to helping others succeed.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I am a home-body, I don’t go many places. If I’m out I’m most likely at a food joint. If there was a place I’d recommend to a friend, it’d be Olive Garden, it’s nothing big but it’s a place worth visiting to me. It’s my favorite restaurant, if I could eat there everyday, I would!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I would dedicate my shoutout to God and to His Word. The Bible has been a constant source of direction and reassurance for me, and it’s played a significant role in shaping both who I am and how I run my business. Second, I like to thank my twin sister she has been an example to follow, seeing her thrive as an entrepreneur really set the bar high. My Children and grand kids have been my motivation to succeed and be where I am now.

Website: https://www.jetrodrivingschool.com/

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