Inventive Journey

The rule of thumb I followed—and one I still believe in—is that it's perfectly fine to change direction, to explore different paths, or even juggle multiple interests at once. If you don’t have everything figured out from the start, that’s completely okay. What matters most is getting out there and gaining real experie

Keep trying—because you're going to hear a lot of "no's," and the key is to get comfortable with rejection. I even have a note taped to my desk that says, "Try to get rejected—to get over the fear of being rejected." As an entrepreneur, especially in the beginning, you'll face resistance and doubt, often from others an

You know, it’s different for everyone, but a good starting point would be reading the book Emotional Intelligence. It’s a great introduction to understanding EQ. If you don’t really know who you are — and many people don’t, especially when starting a business in their 20s — take time to explore that. Talk to the people

Follow your heart and trust your instincts—they’re often more powerful than you realize. I’ve always had a strong gut feeling about the things I pursue, a sense that tells me, “This needs to happen, this will work.” When I’ve shared my ideas with others, the response has been overwhelmingly positive—people are often su

If there's one key piece of advice I'd give to anyone in business or entrepreneurship, it's to beware of the tyranny of the now—the intense pressure of immediate problems like a lost contract, a team member leaving, or an unexpected crisis. These challenges feel overwhelming in the moment, but they are temporary. Don't

Stay liquid — hold on to as much cash as possible. If you're ready to go all in, be prepared to make serious lifestyle adjustments — even something as extreme as crashing on a friend's couch with just a sleeping bag. You need to fully grasp that whatever you're planning for your business — the launch, the execution, ev