Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My Dad & Mom. They took a small retail business through some of the hardest recessions known in history. My Mom stayed home to raise my brother and I, while my Dad strategized to keep his head above water, which sometimes meant not bringing home an income. They stayed consistent and determined and the business still exists to this day and they are both still passionate and involved in the business. 51 years and still thriving. I’ve learned that perseverance is a must in owning any busi

How do you stay motivated?

Although at times hard! I stay motivated by keeping my eyes on the goals I have set out for myself and the critical path forward. I celebrate small wins and always reflect on how far I’ve come. It’s sometimes easy to think you are spinning your wheels. So remembering how far I’ve come and how determined I am keeps me going. I try to do something everyday that will create growth and push me forward one step at a time. I have many mentors that assure me I am on the right path and

What would you do with the $25,000?

$25,000 would be an amazing opportunity to reinvest back into my business. I would use the money wisely, that would help push my business forward. I have a few things I still need for my business, one of which is outdoor signage, so that would be #1. I have worked hard to build my business in steps without taking loans, in order to not have that stress and pressure of monthly payments. So $25,000 would be absolutely amazing to get me to those next steps.