Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration is my mother, she was the one who showed me how to be a powerful woman. When she was saving up for nursing school she had multiple ideas and ways of making income. She showed me the true meaning of what it means to do business. She was my first investor and the first person that believed in me when no one did. She's been with me through the tough and the gritty. Overall, she is my biggest inspiration to start something of my own.

How do you stay motivated?

Even though often times I doubt myself or I may be exhausted I push myself and remember that I am not a quitter. I tell myself that this exhaustion will all pay off for me. I struggle with imposter syndrome sometimes and find it hard to believe I am capable, yet I then count the accomplishments I have made so far and tell myself no, I am where I belong and that I worked to get here.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I have good friends that have helped me voluntarily thus far and with the $25,000 I would first give them a proper wage. I would also expand my beverage cart. I would purchase more materials and equipment such as a proper espresso machine, grinder and quality ingredients. I would also upgrade my beverage cart to a trailer and gain more permits to sell in public places. This would be a proper investment for me. Finally, if there is some left over, I will likely fund the rest of my education.