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.

Donald Samson | Waldorf mentor and author of fantasy and historical fiction for ‘tweens, teens, and just able anybody

In addition to the obvious, raising them with kindness, understanding and love, there are numerous things we did that made a lasting impact. We ate as many meals together as possible. As soon as they showed interest, we integrated them in the cooking process (yes, get ready to do clean up afterwards). We told them and read to them lots of stories. Read more>>

Tamara Albrecht | Podcast Host, eCommerce Professional & Entreprenuer

I was born in Minnesota, but spent the majority of my life in Florida. I came from a broken home with a single mother struggling to make ends meet. We lived a very humble life. For a long time I thought getting a desk job working monday thru friday making enough money to pay the bills was what was destined for me because that is what I saw around me – and even on TV as a kid. Read more>>

Emma O’Connell | Small Business Owner

I am from Loveland, Colorado and growing up here with so much music definitely impacted who I am today. I remember summers in particular jam packed with music from New West Fest, Taste of Fort Collins, Summer Nights Series, shows at The Aggie, The Mishawaka, Fiddlers Green, and Red Rocks right up the road. Read more>>

Amanda Failla-Tjarks | Owner and Founder of Albany and Avers

While having a well thought out plan is important, I firmly believe just starting may be even more important. Starting a business is wildly personal and different for everyone. You only truly know and understand what you need to do for your own business by doing it and learning as you go. Read more>>