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.

Tamya Walker | CEO of 1of1Beats/1of1BeatsCosmetics

The hard days! When things get hard, business is slow, sales are slow, those are the times when it’s the easiest to give up that’s when you go harder! That’s how I know to keep going. Read more>>

Sydney Thomas | Digital Marketing Sales Manager & Business Owner

Keep going when you want to give up. Don’t give up because when you keep going and stay consistent the rewards are amazing and feel so great. My mental, physical, and emotional wellness is important when I feel like giving up so when I feel that I way I focus more on those three wellness areas to help with what goes on with running my own business and working full time. Read more>>

Alexion | DJ and EDM Producer

From my experience of being a DJ and producer over the past 5 years, the number one thing that motivates me to keep going are the fans and my passion for music. Music is a universal language, and I see the bond it creates whenever I’m onstage or in the crowd…especially with EDM. Seeing people react to something you made is the best feeling ever. Read more>>

Corina Montes | Co Owner of Off The Hook Essentials

There is definitely some stagnant times while on your business journey! Motivation sometimes comes to a stand still, creative thought process is usually fueled by some of other life obstacles. Personally for me quitting just isn’t an option. Read more>>