Growth often means stepping into what once scared us. The things we resist can become the very paths we’re meant to take. We asked some of the best and brightest in the community: what are you being called to do now that you once feared? Their answers reveal the courage it takes to move past fear and into purpose.
Malaisia Stokes
In this moment I’m being called to act rather than ponder. I’ve been in my own bubble for awhile now, between finishing school, working full time, and being an entrepreneur.. the days are blending into one another. Read move>>
Megan Najera
I feel like lately my business has been calling me to support organizations that are dear to me. I’ve never felt like I was in a position to give, but lately I truly have been feeling pulled to do so. Read move>>
Lilly Benitez
I’m being called to build something that empowers others on a much larger scale than I ever imagined: Shobase. It’s a bold step, because unlike my past ventures, Blade Craft Barbershop, Academy, and Steam Craft Coffee, which are rooted in physical spaces and experiences, Shobase is a digital platform that opens the door for creators everywhere to monetize their craft with intention and dignity. Read move>>
Constance Jones
What I’m being called to do now is lead louder, not just in business, but in rooms where policies are shaped, systems are challenged, and representation is overdue. As a Black woman, a mother, and a CEO, I used to wonder if I had to shrink parts of myself to be taken seriously. Now I know better. Read move>>
Jazmine Lofton
II’m being called to live in the moment and just do it—literally, like Nike says. I’ve always been a Type A personality: plan, plan, plaaaaan. But now, balancing a business and being a mom, I’m learning to release the fear of losing control. I’m learning to go with the flow—to be like water—while still holding space for my goals. Read move>>
Amena Bakali
Putting yourself out there on social media, in any capacity, is never easy. I used to be scared that I looked and sounded silly, and felt ‘cringe.’ But I know my message is important, especially now, more than ever. There’s a better way to travel, and work smart. Read move>>
Mrs. Jazmine Colson-Coleman
I’m being called to lead more boldly—with my full voice, not just my strategy. For a long time, I stayed in the background, comfortable with being “the one behind the scenes” helping others launch and build. Read move>>
Everest Goldstein
Lately I have been called to expand my practice—something I’ve felt a pull toward for a while but have hesitated to fully embrace. For a long time, the idea of expanding, hiring other providers, and stepping into more of a leadership role felt overwhelming. Read move>>
