Are you thinking about starting a business? If so, we think you’ll enjoy reading about how these seasoned entrepreneurs thought about the question when they were in your shoes.

Kyle & Karter Thomas

We started this book because we love using our imaginations. Our mom and dad push us to be our best and encourage us to think creatively, ask questions, do our research, and share our ideas. Read more>>

Brandi Williams

My thought process behind starting Williams Accounting & Tax Services LLC was rooted in two core beliefs: that financial education should be accessible to everyone, and that accounting professionals deserve a supportive environment where they can truly thrive. For years, I saw individuals and small business owners struggle—not because they lacked ambition, but because they lacked clear, trustworthy financial guidance. Read more>>

DTalian Poole

What started as personal branding evolved into a mission: to connect billiards with youth development. I believe pool is more than a game it’s a tool for teaching focus, patience, decision-making, and resilience. Through this brand, I aim to inspire young people to lead, to believe in themselves, and to pursue their goals even when others doubt them. Read more>>

Dani Bejarano

I have loved animation for as long as I can remember. I was always drawn to how many moving parts go into it, and it never really felt like a question whether I’d pursue it as a career. I studied Digital Animation at Kennesaw State University, where I met two close friends and longtime collaborators, Romain de Fromont and Jany Salinas. Read more>>

Crystal Lugo

Crystal Lugo’s story is a powerful reminder that some of the greatest victories are born from the moments that feel like defeat. Her entrepreneurial path didn’t begin with a business plan or a bold leap; it began with a setback. As she navigated the delicate balance of new motherhood, Crystal found herself confronting unexpected career challenges that left her wrestling with guilt, uncertainty, and the quiet question so many women face: Can I still build the life I once dreamed of? Read more>>

Tashia Tate

My thoughts when developing my own businesses were “What services can I provide to the community?” “How can I help the voices in need to be heard and adequately represented?” I began from there to start developing a publishing company to produce stories, inspire change, and empower futures. Read more>>

Josiah Paul

Well, I’m going to try my best to not be long winded in my answers, but I would have to say there are 2 reasons I started my business, Kyng Media. The first is that my mother and father are both extremely hard workers. My dad has been getting up at 5am and going to work, since I was young. I saw him work and sacrifice for so long, so our family could have a decent life. On the other hand, for as long as I can remember, my mom was self-employed and had to hustle to keep her tax business going strong. Between both of my parents, they were able to give me and my sister a good, comfortable life–not without trials and even hardships here and there, but I would be wrong if I didn’t acknowledge the comforts we had.. comforts that so many people don’t get to experience. Seeing my dad work so hard for other people turned me off to the idea at a pretty young age. Seeing the freedom my mom had with her business, planted a seed that was more enticing to me than working a job. The second reason I started my business is that I did work in corporate America for about 8 years, until I was about 25-26 years old. After a couple years, it became pretty apparent to me that working for another company only makes other people rich, and that I was not meant to answer to a boss. I wanted the freedom of working on my own terms, so I started that pursuit. Read more>>