We had the good fortune of connecting with Antoinette Ortega and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Antoinette, how has your perspective on work-life balance evolved over time?
My work life balance has changed drastically in the last 8 months. I was working a full-time salaried position in downtown Los Angeles. CA and now I am focused on successfully launching my companies full time. I realized that I had to jump all in 1000%. I couldn’t keep allowing my everyday circumstances of going to work and always struggling to find the balance between sleep and working the extra hours on my businesses. I made a way to not have to work a 9-5 job anymore so that I can finally execute initial plans to launch. I feel there will always be some kind of struggle when it comes to balance for anyone, but the key is moderation of everything that needs completion. I have become more aware of how I spend my time and I use each day to reverse the negative into something productive like writing out my business plans or meditating to get more spiritually aligned. Balance to me is when you don’t feel an internal push/pull to complete something, because you have already allotted the time and space for it. I also see that being proactive about anything in your life will save you in the long-term.

What should our readers know about your business?
AO Network, LLC- We have yet to launch our sites, but our company is an entertainment/broadcasting conglomerate. We are currently invested in music recording artists and investing in their entire brand, i.e: Clothing line, personal expenses etc . At AO Network, we invest in the client as the client sees themselves. We believe that each client knows who they are and if they don’t then we will give them the tools to help see themselves just for who they truly are. We believe in full authenticity and transparency when working with our clients. I am most excited about two of our clients, Frank Arcadio who is currently on the road to the Latin Grammys and Country/Pop Artist of Premier Global Management (Partner), Kelly Lynn Madison who just signed with Universal Music Group. We are going all out and will stop at nothing. The results of what we do as a company, as a team and movement will be what sets us apart from the rest. All in due time. None of this was easy, I overcame by not giving up and giving every last penny I have into my investments in clients, myself and business. I go broke for my dream. I don’t regret either. I have my degree if all else fails.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I absolutely would take my best friend to see the sunrise at Korean Friendship Bell in San Pedro, CA, drive down to Hollywood so she can see the vibe in the early mornings and eat at The Waffle off of Sunset Blvd. I love their endless mimosas! We would definitely go on a hike near the Hollywood sign, because I have yet to do that as well and take her to the beach off PCH for sunset. She has to get a PCH night drive as well.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to give a big shout out to Raquel Flores (Ontiveros) of Stockton, California. She and her whole family have supported me since I was in elementary school. Raquel has personally supported me in my journey and I am very appreciative of her and the rest of her family. The love and encouragement from them has been something that kept me going and the fact that they are my own people from my home city means the world to me. The families of Stockton really has held me down over the years and I can’t thank y’all enough. I also want to give a huge shout out to my Skid Row, Los Angeles, CA family. Y’all took me in when I had no where to go. It truly takes a village so shout out to everyone who has had a hand in my journey. Thank you it means so much to me.

Instagram: @aomogul

Image Credits
Frank Arcadio with Legendary Mexican Band Grupo Bronco @ La Major 97.7 FM, Kelly Lynn Madison Signs with Universal Music Group

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