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Starting a business is a commitment and requires dedication, resources and sacrifice. We asked some of the rising stars in our community how they thought through the idea of starting their own businesses.

Bianca Forbes

IN 2018 I SEEN A COMMERCIAL, IT WAS FOR LIPO SURGERY FROM A COMPANY OFFERING LIPOSUCTION AND TUMMY TUCKS. I KNEW THAT WAS THE ANSWER I WAS LOOKING FOR I...

There are so many factors that can play a role in determining our results, performance and ultimately our success, but some factors matter more than others. We asked folks what they felt was the most important factor driving their success.

Jeff Mays

I believe the most important factor behind my success is the drive to be a good steward of all that has been entrusted to...

We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Connor Frawley

Success takes on a lot of names in my business. That may sound cliche but there are so many pieces at play between exposure, the sale, equipment, the clients happiness, the guest enjoyment, and o...

We had the good fortune of connecting with MAKO Girls and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi MAKO Girls, is your business focused on helping the community? If so, how?
What inspired us to be the MAKO Girls and pursue a career in the music industry was meeting the boy group “Mindless Behavior”. Back in 2012 at DBS Sounds. Af...

We had the good fortune of connecting with Bj Carmichael and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Bj, have you ever found yourself in a spot where you had to decide whether to give up or keep going? How did you make the choice?
One key factor on when you know to keep going. Purpose: Long as what you’re doing serves purpose fo...