Deciding to work for yourself is often cited as the best decision folks in our community have made. Hearing the same response over and over led us to ask them about the next best decision folks have made and we’ve shared their responses with you below.

Joey-Lynn Curry | Floral Enthusiast

The most important decision I made to contribute to the growth of my business was establishing great relationships with my customers and clients. Especially when it comes to weddings, I find it extremely beneficially to establish trust with the bride and groom. That way they can focus their attention on other details, and leave the designing up to me. Read more>>

Samantha Wootton | Freelance Model, Boutique Owner & Content Creator Coach

The utter most important decision I have implemented into my substantial life is investing in myself. By investing yourself I don’t mean excessive shopping sprees or retail therapy. What I mean by investing in yourself is doing that things bring growth and balance to your life. Personally, for me, it’s further my technique and education. Read more>>

Jaime Byrd | Artist and Filmmaker

The most important decision was to work with my partner and husband, Adam Cohen to build my business. Since we have very different backgrounds and are skilled at many different things from one another, he two of us were able to accomplish so much more together than I ever would have on my own. Read more>>

Anne Matzke | Graphic Designer

Committing to being creative outside of my paying work has kept me engaged and happy in my life. For me, that takes the form of daily journaling and sketching, getting really into art projects with my kids, even just thinking creatively about daily tasks and routines. Any time I’ve felt overwhelmed with the mundane responsibilities in life, working to make things around me more beautiful always brings me joy. Read more>>