Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

A lot of my inspiration in business came from other founders. I remember seeing someone my age start a business while we were both in school and it completely shifted how I saw entrepreneurship and what was possible. Also just hearing different founders talk about what they've built and feeling the pride they have in it (the kind that can only come from pouring so much of yourself into something) really inspired me and made me want to find that for myself.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by finding more play in the entrepreneurship journey. I try to stay curious and not put too much pressure on having everything figured out. Remembering my why is really important to me, especially knowing that what I’m building could help someone. Hearing how people are using it in their own lives always brings me back to that.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use the $25,000 to create community-driven experiences. Our products are designed to help people slow down, organize their thoughts, and document what matters to them. I’ve always felt that experiencing them in person allows people to connect with them more meaningfully and see how they fit into their lives. I’d also invest in inventory and new products to continue expanding what we’re building.