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.

Xavier Smith | Intervention Specialist & Mentor Life Coach

I’m a man of value and growth so I had to understand, making it to the top would take hard work, dedication & time so the most efficient placement in my life was to get around other like-minded people that would add to my success and show me the benefits of impacting and changing others lives. Read more>>

Paolo Ciccone | Portrait Artist

“Risk-taking is an intriguing concept. Naturally, as humans, we’re inclined to steer clear of risks. We enjoy challenges and might overcome obstacles with the right motivation, but fundamentally, we’re wired to seek safety. Read more>>

Candace Kade | Novelist

The Chinese character for crisis, 危机, is one that has helped me in how I think about risk taking. The first character 危 or wei, means “dangerous.” The second part, 機 or ji, is the character for “opportunity.” It showcases how a crisis can be both dangerous and an opportunity depending on how you look at it. Read more>>

Danielle Gilbert PHR, SHRM-CP | Chief HR Officer, Author, International Speaker

The most important factor behind the success of Manifest In You Consulting is our unwavering commitment to our clients’ success. We prioritize understanding their needs, providing tailored solutions, and delivering measurable results. Our dedication to excellence, continuous learning, and adaptability ensures that we stay ahead of industry trends and consistently deliver value to our clients. Read more>>

Julie and Rad Fraasa | Photographers

Adaptability. Rad spent two years in Togo with the Peace Corps and we spent the majority of our twenties and early thirties traveling. We’ve lived in places with no cell service or high-speed wifi, where life is different than we are accustomed to in the States. Read more>>

Seth Baird | Photographer

The decision to truly accept and embody that it’s perfectly normal not to always feel sure of yourself. To embrace that life can be confusing, challenging, complexcult, even on the best days, and that it’s important to welcome the love and support from family and friends without feeling as if it’s inconveniencing them. Read more>>