We asked some of the brightest folks in the community to open up to us about the most important lesson their business or career has taught them. We’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

Lily Jade | Entrepreneur, Founder of Handmade Soap Club

Running my own business has been quite the rollercoaster ride! Throughout the years, I’ve encountered my fair share of both triumphs and setbacks, and I know there are more in store for me. Along this incredible journey, I’ve gleaned invaluable lessons, but if there’s one key insight I’d love to share, it’s this: the pursuit of perfection is a never-ending chase that can leave you feeling down in the dumps. Read more>>

Linda Searles | Founder & Executive Director

Every life is important. Everything is connected in our world. Once you get started in wildlife rehab, you have the opportunity to witness first-hand the problems wildlife are facing. You realize that many of the problems are caused by people – but not malicious people. Folks who just don’t know that what they’re doing isn’t helpful, or may put another animal at risk. Read more>>

Robert Morgan | Senior Cyber Software Engineer

The most important lesson I acquired from my career is to focus on staying humble and continous learning opportunities. We never truly stop learning especially in the cyber security/Information Security field as these fields are continuously evolving or changing and we have to remain humble. Along with staying humble, an open mind aided in my growth. An open mind and humility worked together for me and opened many paths for me in my career. Read more>>

Professor Xavier R. Segura | Asst. Professor of Practice, Professor of Law, Former Army Sniper, Community & Student Leader

Throughout my fulfilling career as a professor in higher education, I have had the privilege of gaining a wealth of knowledge and experiences that have profoundly shaped my understanding of the most crucial lessons in my field. As I reflect on my journey, several key pillars have emerged as the foundation of my career, each one significantly enhanced and refined through the accumulation of wisdom and practice. Read more>>

Josie Robles | Glass gal & small business owner

I feel the most important lessons my business has taught me has been to have an enormous amount of patience and just go with the flow. Allowing myself to move in directions I’ve never considered and not be afraid to switch directions. Stay open to new ideas, be flexible and not put too much stress on ourselves. Read more>>