The first step to starting a business is deciding to start a business. They say the first step is the hardest and in our experience this is especially true when it comes to starting a business. Getting over the mental roadblocks can be tough, often harder to overcome than the challenges you’ll face once you actually start the business. Fellow entrepreneurs share their thoughts below.

Oriana Paola Ramirez | Soul Coach, Akashic Records Reader, Intuitive Astrologer & Pranic Healer

I truly believe you don’t plan to start a business… It ends up happening out of a calling deep rooted into your heart from a passion you decided to pursue. It starts as a whisper so pure yet so strong that you can’t seem to unlisted once you hear it. These questions truly wandered my mind: Am I capable of creating a living from what I love? Am I worthy of creating my dream job with this business idea? I honestly started my business as a consequence of creating an Instagram account where I started to share my studies and activities within the Spiritual and Esoteric realms, Read more>>

Stratøs | Prøducer

My goal for my career as an artist has always been to take all of my experiences, preferences, likes (and dislikes), and combine them into an artistic statement that’s 100% myself. Whether it be an album, a discography, or just a legacy, I want to create an entire universe brimming with life. A goal of mine is to give my audience the same sense of wonder and everlastingness I get when I experience my favorite artists. Read more>>

Sasha Sheldon | Healer, Spiritual Guide & Ceremonial Embodiment Photographer

Starting my own healing business felt like a no brainer to me. After all the challenges and trauma I had accumulated throughout my life, and the amount of healing I did in such a short amount of time inspired me to do that for others, and be the same kind of support I received. But also to be the support I wish I had as a child. To help others heal their inner child, ancestral trauma, toxic relationships and connection to their bodies and sensuality. I find most healers and coaches end up using the same modalities and tools that helped them transform their lives. Read more>>

Star Shen | Illustrator & Paper Engineer

I’m so thrilled to be starting my own paper art studio now. It all started with my deep love and passion for the craft. I knew I wanted to do more and take my art to the next level, but I realized that I couldn’t do it alone. I wanted to find a team of like-minded individuals who share my vision and passion. Read more>>

Vincenzo Porcu | Restaurant Owner & Management

My thought starting a business was very scared and Exide. I knew that I had a good job working as an employee , but I didn’t know if I open my own business I will make the money to pay my rent, car, etc.. Read more>>

Nkonye Mwalilu | Business Strategist & Sustainable Beauty Advocate

New Village Braid first started as a braid salon concept that I had in mind for more than 10 years. The business idea remained persistent over the years and in 2020, I decided to put the dream into action and work on opening the braid salon concept. Just over 1 year into building the dream and locking down a location complete with architectural plans, I was faced with having to relocate cities for family-related reasons. Read more>>

Kriste Robindon | Spiritual Teacher

Starting a business is not easy. Starting from 0 was definitely scary and challenging for me. I had to build a website, a community, credibility, and a brand in a language that is not my primary language. But when you stand in faith and follow the calling and purpose for your life, you rise above the stats and you don’t quit until is done. Read more>>

Vishal Munsif | Film & TV Producer

The idea was simple – I wanted to create content that I was passionate about. I did not want to get into the hierarchy system where ideas were shut down only because they were not the flavor of the month. Read more>>

Susan Haber | Founder, CEO, Arfinia Inc

As I considered starting a new dog product business, my thought process was centered on creating a brand that aligned with my values and met the needs of conscious pet owners. I envisioned a business that focused on providing high-quality, healthy, and natural products for dogs, using only human-grade ingredients that I would feel confident feeding to my own furry companion. I was committed to promoting a balanced and wholesome approach to pet care, and I wanted to offer eco-friendly products that minimized our environmental impact. Additionally, Read more>>