We had the good fortune of connecting with Summer Henning and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Summer, what habits do you feel helped you succeed?
I feel like my ability to pivot has been my strong suit. Even when things are working well, I’ve always had the foresight to see what’s next for me. It’s my superpower. Sometimes we get stuck in what’s working right now and we never evolve.

What should our readers know about your business?
I started my first ever business in high school. I would customize T-shirts, jeans and sneakers for my classmates. I eventually expanded my reach by bringing this business idea to social media. It caught on like wildfire!

I took advantage of that viral moment by creating an e-commerce store where I sold digital products and business guides. These days, my main focus is content creation. What I love the most about content creation is that I get to share my real life in a way that feels honest and inspiring!

It hasn’t always been easy balancing being a Mom, wife, and an entrepreneur. It’s come with imposter syndrome, challenges and struggles. But those same struggles have taught me the value of consistency, faith, and believing in my own voice. What I’m most proud of is that I’ve built something authentic that people can connect with, not because it’s perfect but because it’s real. My brand is about showing that you can create something meaningful out of ordinary beginnings, and my hope is that my story encourages others to believe they can do the same.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
For me, a perfect weekend in Atlanta starts with brunch! There’s so many amazing restaurants to choose from, but my top 2 would be Toast On Lenox and Gritz Brunch Bar. For some afternoon fun, I always recommend the Atlanta Beltline. It’s a one stop shop in terms of food, drinks and entertainment. For nightlife, it’s a must to visit a rooftop bar like 9 Mile Station or SkyLounge to take in the amazing Atlanta skyline!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My biggest influence by far is my Mother. All the values I’ve learned about kindness, being selfless, and giving come from my Mom. Without her, none of this happens.

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