How do you know when you should keep going versus when it makes sense to cut your losses and try something new? It’s a difficult decision most entrepreneurs and creatives have faced along their journey and so we asked some brilliant folks from the community to share their thoughts.

 Pamela Norsworthy

As a writer, feedback along the way is vital. I’m working on my third historical novel and am so lucky to be part of a small and honest critique group. They tell the truth about what they see in the submissions we share and they do so in kind and constructive ways. At one meeting, we discussed a new character I’d introduced who would eventually go on to create some trouble. When one critique partner compared him to Snidely Whiplash (if you know, you know), Read More>>

Netta Pope

I don’t quit acting just because it’s slow, or

I don’t get a callback from the 100 auditions I I’ve done. I check myself first.
Do I still love it, even when I’m not booking?
Am I getting better with each audition?
Am I just tired… or actually over it? Read More>>

 Jesse Veloz

When evaluating if I should keep going doing something I always evaluate how passionate I’m about it, sometimes we tendt to romantize our goals or desires and forget about if the process or results are align to what make us happy. Nowadays, to keep going on something I evaluate my menthal and physical health, small wins, positive outcomes, learning, and overall asking myself, how much I want this. When I give up on something, is basically the oposit Read More>>

 Frank Anthony

Giving up has never been an option for me. I truly believe that things unfold in their own divine timing, and that persistence is what ultimately reveals our real strength. So, no matter how challenging the situation gets, I stay focused and keep moving forward. Read More>>