Ideas aren’t everything, execution matters greatly, but starting often requires an idea and so we asked folks to think back and tell us the story of how they came up with the idea for their businesses. We’ve highlighted some of our favorite stories below.

Kelsin Pupunu | Actor & Golf Enthusiast

I love this question, because I think this is a crossroads that everyone comes to at one point or another in their lives. I’ve been close to giving up quite a few times in my life, but I chose not to, because I had some really great people around me to give me some great advice to keep moving forward. Read more>>

William Hill II | Rap Artist

In the industry, every self proclaimed will constantly search for validation. Validation is honestly a very, very way to put it. Creating an art and looking to sell it is all subjective, knowing what others will like, except is always the Chase. Read more>>

Morgan Sims | Artist

This is an interesting question because it seems to come up internally all the time. I will preface my answer by saying I generally approach it with the understanding that giving up is not an option. Instead, I think learning what to say no to, and when to redirect your energy is more the question. So in this sense, keeping going becomes keeping things new, and it may require some discomfort. Read more>>

Julia Austin | standup comedian

This is a terrific question because I would say every three years or so, like clockwork, I give serious thought to giving up standup comedy. It’s hard not to when you make as many sacrifices as we make to pursue this. Read more>>

Devin Dowell | Content Creator

There’s no such thing as a smooth road, we all face different challenges in life. For me I’ve always pushed for what I want in life. I feel as if things get better when you keep a positive mind set. Read more>>