To persevere or to pivot is a question that do-ers have been asking themselves since the beginning of time. It’s never a straight road when you are doing something new, blazing a trail, breaking a ceiling, or pushing boundaries, so it’s only natural to wonder whether to give up midway. How do you know whether to keep going or to give up?

Jose Ariel Diaz | Influencer & Model/Pageant Coach

You ALWAYS keep going. Never give up. The harder it is the more appreciative you will be when you accomplish your goals. Every day is a learning experience. Life isn’t meant to be easy! And always remember, the nicer you are, the harder it is, and that’s ok. I accept all challenges life throws at me! Read more>>

Jonathan Salemi | Feature Film Director

This is a tough question because sometimes you do need to keep going and sometimes you need to cut your losses and pivot. The answer differs for the individual and circumstances they are in. However, I think it can be broken down by looking at your main goal and all the mile markers you need to achieve that goal along the way. If you have a dream or a goal, you can’t give up. You’ve made that choice that you’re going to achieve X goal and nothing should make you pivot unless you’re completely wrong. Read more>>

Mami Mia | Artist & Songwriter

I do have days I want to give up. I have these a lot less often than I did years ago when I was first starting out in music. Giving up means, that’s it. There’s no shows, no new songs, no new ideas, no creating, no effort, no nothing. I know exactly what my life would be like if I chose to give up. Read more>>