Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration is my 95 year old grandmother. Her family used to work the fields of South Carolina. More poor than most can fathom today, her and my grandfather made some amazing choices and life decisions, very wise investments, and kept up their ‘don’t give up attitude’ to work their way up to their dreams. I want this same thing. She always built me up at the most perfect times, although she didn’t know it. I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for her. I

How do you stay motivated?

Sometimes my motivation goes down, but I have a few tricks up my sleeve when that happens. Generally, I have an innate sense that there is always something that can be done. But during those days and times when I think it’s all too much, or that I will never reach my dream, or doubt the point of doing what I do, I listen to motivational speeches on YouTube. I also remember my purpose in life, and that uplifts me. I also pray, meditate, appreciate my son and my family, and forgive myself.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I want to help more people! This money will get me EXACTLY where I need to be to do that. I have two main goals at this point. One, is to become a therapist in yoga. This will get me to my goal of bridging the gap between doctors and yoga. The other is an asset endeavor that will make investors money, while helping people with housing needs - I need $10,000 to prove this is possible. And I need $14,000 to get my license as a general Practitioner, so I can help people that are really in need.