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.

Lois Melbourne | Author & Mentor

I’ve taught my son how to make decisions. This one skill encompasses so many critical elements to survival and success. Having the ability to consider multiple choices, after collecting information, then narrowing the options to the best option is powerful. Read more>>

Katherine Osborne | Founder & CEO

I’m originally from Singapore and grew up there for 11 years before moving to the United States. Growing up as a third-culture kid, I moved three times across Asia before the age of 16. I spent many of my developmental years in foreign cultures and international school systems. Read more>>

Miles Manglos | Luthier, Guitar Player, and Music Producer

When I was a kid, my favorite things to do were building things and exploring my creativity, whether it be with toys such as Legos, Kinex, or video games that have some sort of level creator, music editor, roller coaster creator, etc. Read more>>

Jamie Anderson | Yoga Instructor | Breathwork facilitator

Society loves to tell us that in order to be successful, we have to constantly be on the grind. This is the quickest way to nervous system dysregulation, and total burn out, even if we are passionate about said hustle. To break away from this concept, I find it important to deconstruct and re-define our personal definition of success. Read more>>

Jalisa Buck | Business Coach/ Consultant & Transformational Speaker

One piece of conventional advice that I disagree with is the belief that you have to remain motivated to succeed. Many people spend a lot of money on materials, events, and resources that “motivate” them to achieve more. Those who think motivation is key to success often believe their success depends on what others can do for them or how they feel at the time. Read more>>

Mariah Janaè | Model & Content Creator

One affirmation that resonates deeply with me is: “I am a work in progress, and that’s okay.” This affirmation holds great significance for me as it acknowledges that growth and improvement are ongoing journeys. In the realms of modeling and content creation, there’s often immense pressure to project a flawless image. Read more>>

Luba Abdrazakova | Founder & Principal Designer

Starting a business is not easy, but running a successful one it’s hard work. Being book smart is equally important as being street smart. You need to establish your presence and consistency is a key in this process. If you are running a business and not a hobby, you need to invest in business to see the results, and it might take years before it pays off. Read more>> 

Tago

I know to keep going in a certain direction when I continue to be led down a path despite my resistance to it, no matter how I feel about the path I’m on I have to keep going regardless because I was meant to stay on that path. To me, giving up = reroute, there is never an option to stop what I am doing sometimes you just have to take another direction to get to the same path. Read more>>

Dan Lam | Artist

When I became a full-time artist, I had the flexibility to organize my day as I wanted. I chose to prioritize the essentials: ample sleep, regular exercise, and healthy eating. These are non-negotiable for me as they form the cornerstone of my creativity and mental acuity. Read more>>

Hayden Sumner | Licensed Agent & External Benefits Advisor (The Healthy Insurance Dude)

“Once upon a time.. The most beautiful little girl was born & So.. YOUR FAIRY TALE BEGINS. (I have tried to teach you everything I know, but in case I forgot anything.. Live and continue learning by these words. You are and always will be my greatest love.)” Read more>>