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.

Anjali Singh

I think knowing whether to keep going or give up comes down to listening to yourself, trusting yourself and remembering why you started. Challenges are normal, but if your goal still matters to you, then you should keep going. There are always new experiences and people that can change your life, and if you give up, you’ll never know how good it could get. I’ve also found that remembering how strong I am—and reminding myself of that strength—gives me the motivation to keep moving forward, even when it’s hard. Read More>>

 Jennifer Le

I think one of the most important things I’ve done as a parent is to be fully engaged and present with my son, which not only includes spending as much time as a I can with him, but to also teach him about emotions and how to express and deal with them in a healthy manner. Read More>>

 Jana Miranda

On my previous feature with this Magazine, I was in a building that was too small and I was turning Stylist away. I knew I needed a bigger space. But bigger space comes with a lot bigger EVERYTHING! But I had to believe in myself and the dream that Hod placed in me and do it! Read More>>

Jasmine

As a woman, a mom, and a business owner, I knew staying comfortable wouldn’t change my life. Taking risks gave me independence, stability, and purpose. It taught me that fear doesn’t mean stop it means grow. Read More>>

Tetyana Aleksenko

We all have responsibilities in life and bills to pay, but at one point I realized that in order for me to be successful, I needed to focus on things I loved. Easier said than done, that was exactly what I did when I chose an art as a career later in life. I feel like creating art is a very satisfying process by itself, and the ability to express myself through creativity is a reward which cannot be measured by how much a painting costs or whether or not other people like my art. Read More>>

 Jasmine Medel

I’ve always been an out-of-the-box thinker and never really fit into a cookie-cutter environment. Creativity is how I express myself and connect with the world. Barbering gave me a way to turn that expression into something tangible — not just creating a look, but creating a feeling. It’s a win-win: I get to do what I love every day, and my clients walk away feeling more confident and better about themselves. That exchange is what makes it meaningful to me! Read More>>

Sara Englishbe

The Closing Collective Team is a real estate team based in North Houston, and what sets us apart is simple: we’re not trying to be the loudest in the room …we’re trying to be the most trusted. We built this brand on authenticity, consistency, and a culture that feels like community. We’re relationship-driven, but we’re also strategic, modern, and high-standard about how we do business. Read More>>