It’s easy to get caught up in the day to day, but it’s important to stop and ask: what’s the end goal? Knowing where you are trying to go is step one in getting there and so we’ve asked some folks we admire to tell us their end goal and where they want to be by the end of their careers.

Cantrel Cox | Hip Hop Artist & Entrepreneur

As an entrepreneur, my end goal is to build a successful and sustainable business that solves a real problem for customers and creates value for all stakeholders. I want to be known for innovation and excellence in delivering results. By the end of my career, I hope to have built a legacy For CC Enterprise and teams that have made a positive impact on the world. Additionally, I would like to have mentored and helped to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs. Ultimately, I want to be remembered as a builder, a leader, and a problem-solver. Read more>>

Benjamin Coffey | Drawing the Line

Education and experience is the foundation of my creative technique. Learning from credible educators has provided me the resources and knowledge I need to interpret my artistic vision. Although I’ve been working in the film industry for a short time (five years), I find so much value in the experiences I’ve had. Artists often view their work as a reflection of the life they have lived. It can be difficult sometimes for me to draw the line between personal and professional life. Read more>>

Tyree McCall | Creative Director + Brand Strategist

I’ve learned in business is that skill is one of the least things required in business. While it is, I am blessed with a highly skilled talent; the greatest lesson of it all is serving people. Customer service and speaking to people understanding their needs, solving their problems, & building relationships is a one of the most important lessons I’ve learned. Read more>>

Elle Pressley | Personal Loc, Lace, and Microlink Hairstylist

My end goal is to become the Personal Hairstylist I know I should be. I’ve never really wanted a salon location, I’ve always wanted a private location where I can take my long term clients and celebrity clients. A nice, secluded, relaxing, private area that gives a personal feeling. The behind the scenes of some of my appointments are very personal, which I’m sure many stylist experience, just a feeling you cant get in a standard salon setting. Read more>>

Tennika Stokes | Author, Serial Entrepreneur, & Gates Millennium Scholar

To learn from my past while being confident enough to accept my faults and keep pushing. A lot of times we beat ourselves up for mistakes we’ve made like it’s our second time living. We only get one life so at best we should show ourselves the utmost compassion as we navigate through it. We don’t know what we don’t know, until we know better! Read more>>

Brittany Zanders | Boutique Owner & College Student

I want every girl to know that her voice can change the world. There is no limit to what we as women, can accomplish. Many women handle numerous responsibilties and operate many roles that may become unnotice. RAW Boutique49 is an eternal bond between all women , and share accomplishments among women. Women support women through the ups and downs as a village. A woman’s voice changes the world where others respect the dynamics of being a strong woman. Women can express themselves by shopping therapy and enjoy themselves minus being superwoman. Read more>>

stillman | Studio Director at Ernest Washington Studios/Photographer

As I embark on this new journey in life, I’ve had to come up with new professional goals for myself. As the Studio Director at Ernest Washington Studios, the first thing I’d like to do is make Ernest Washington Studios a house hold name. We’re opening back up in a time where there’s a new studio or content space popping up daily. Ernest has been in the business over 40 years and has also had his own studio space here in Atlanta before. Read more>>

Stephanie KING | Teacher, Owner and creator of Peek-a-Boo Gloves

My end goal is to eventually be able to sell my patent idea to one or more major companies. I would also love to hopefully be able to see Peek-a-Boo Gloves on every shelf in multiple stores worldwide. Read more>>