We’ve been fortunate to connect with so many brilliant, thoughtful entrepreneurs and creatives and we regularly ask them about the most important lessons they’ve learned over the course of their careers.  We’ve shared some highlights below.

Shiyah (shae) Avent | Plus-Size Model

The most important lesson my career has taught me is to focus on what is in front of me and maintain full faith in myself. I am still an upcoming model, but I wouldn’t have gotten this far without having full faith in me and focusing on my future. Confidence or trust in a person, thing or concept is the definition of faith. I have full faith in the career I am pursuing as a plus-size model. I have overcame a number of life-changing obstacles and challenges since I began my career as a model but I remained grateful for the opportunities I were presented with and never gave up. You cannot dwell on the past and things that are behind you, you must focus on the possibilities of success in front of you. Minor setbacks always have the possibility of leading to major comebacks! Read more>>