We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Robert Manaster | Writer

“I’m already in ‘hell’ so I may as well go through it and learn from it. How’s that for an affirmation? When I find myself in a difficult, hard-to-navigate emotional space, this commitment is my guide in processing how I perceive what’s happening and how to move on. Read more>>

Houston Entrepreneurs | Houston Styled Wings, Uniquely Houston H-Town’s Swangin’ Wings

One day I was cooking wings and a friend said, wow, these wings are, “Bangin”!!! which is one of my signature wing flavors. So that’s how I came up with the idea for our business. I was inspired by the unique Houston, Texas car and music culture. Now Houston has 3 unique things, unique cars, music and now unique wings. You won’t find these wings anywhere else but Houston. Read more>>

Jennifer Holmes | Hairstylist & Salon Owner

While leading and mentoring each individual we hire, I get a front row seat in watching their success unfold. There aren’t enough words to explain that feeling of joy. Without all of this, our goal to build long lasting relationships with our clients, and giving them a new found level of confidence wouldn’t be possible. Read more>>

Denise Chavez | Owner & Designer

I always thought I knew what work life balance meant, but overtime I realized that I was ignoring the fundamental meaning of the word “balance” itself. I am the type of person who is always giving 110% in every aspect of my life, whether it is at work, gym, home, etc. It is how I have always operated; by giving everything a heightened sense of importance. However, the truth is not everything is equally important and understanding the latter has given me a better quality of life. Read more>> 

Cecily Gonzalez | Business owner

I place immense importance on personal growth and finding fulfillment in my work. In my business endeavors, I have focused on establishing a strong foundation, and I am now dedicated to crafting a robust growth plan. While some individuals work strictly to written plans, I find that my approach involves a balance between having a clear vision and staying adaptable to changes. Read more>>