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.

Carli Plummer

I think one of the most important things we learn over time is that giving up and evolving are not the same thing. I have had more than one point in my life where I had to start again. Around 40, I was stepping into the next chapter of a corporate career that had already required a lot from me. Read More>>

Jennifer Amaral-Kunze

I think there’s a difference between giving up and letting go. Sometimes we keep pushing because we’re afraid that stopping means failure, when really it might mean we’ve outgrown something, or it’s no longer aligned with who we are becoming. Read More>>

Tiana Renee

I believe the most important factor behind the success of Miori Luxury Spa and The Lounge at Miori is authenticity. In a world where so many people are trying to imitate what others are doing, there is something incredibly powerful about staying true to who you are. Read More>>

Alexandra Graves

I feel incredibly blessed to be in an artistic career because being in the beauty industry means, I can fully express myself and help others express themselves to the max. It’s not all about looking your best, It’s about feeling your best in your own skin. Read More>>

Ashley Bernal

When you first start a business, your primary goal is simply to find customers. At that stage, it’s hard to say no because you never know which customer will become a loyal client or introduce you to someone who helps your business grow. Like many new business owners, I said yes to almost everything. The downside is that constantly saying yes comes at a cost. Read More>>

Katherine Nybakken

There are three main reasons we stand apart from other similar businesses. First, we emphasize that the foundation of success in training and enjoying life with your dog is relationship. It’s important that you and your dog learn to communicate and that you understand and respect each other. When you have a solid relationship, training is more fun and successful, and consistency is natural and easy. Second, instead of cookie-cutter formulas and programs, Read More>>

Samantha Warren

I define success as building a life and business that feels deeply aligned with who you are, how you want to live, and the impact you want to make. For me, success is not just financial. It’s waking up energized by what I’m building, being surrounded by people I respect, having the freedom to create, and knowing my work is genuinely helping people. Read More>>

Vladimer Botsvadze

The most important factor behind my success has been consistency—showing up, sharing ideas, and staying engaged over time. I built my audience on X (formerly Twitter), where I reached 57,000 followers by 2020. That growth didn’t happen overnight; it came from tweeting consistently, testing what resonated, and genuinely contributing to conversations in my space. Read More>>