Culture, economic circumstances, family traditions, local customs and more can often influence us more than we realize. With the benefit of hindsight, we asked some wise and experienced members of our community whether they think they are doing what they were meant to do or told to do.
Monica Friedrichs
I can honestly say I’m doing what I was created to do—because it doesn’t feel like work! Every event I get to be a part of is completely unique—from the location, the florals, and the charcuterie choices to the amazing people I get to serve. It’s creative, personal, and just plain fun. Read more>>
Gena Watson
Not sure if I was born to do this, but I’m currently doing what I want and I like it. For many years, before joining M&L, I had the usual corporate 9-to-5 job—steady, with a good income. While it started out as something I wanted to do, over the years it became something else that was no longer fun or satisfying. Read more>>
Anastasiia Rieznik
I’m absolutely doing what I was born to do. I have always been independent and driven. I did not have the best childhood, but instead of letting that define me, I let it fuel me. I turned every pain into purpose. Every step I take in my career, in motherhood, and in life, its on my terms. I wasn’t molder by others expectations. Read more>>
Gregg Oliver
Yes, I definitely feel that right now I am doing exactly what I was born to do, both in my personal and professional life. And honestly, I couldn’t have been happier about it. I am running a successful creative business with the love of my life. I do flowers and make people happy with my work, meeting amazing, talented people all the time during weddings. Read more>>
Ethan Orenstein
Wave Arcade is deeply back into unknown waters again. Art sales are slightly down compared to the last few years, and I’m entering net new territory that will require new skills and new challenges I haven’t encountered yet. But, I’ve learned to enjoy being in that space. Read more>>
Hannah Haynsworth
The first thing that comes to mind is the day I received the first finished samples for our hardware brand, The Details. I’ve been in this industry for over a decade and I’m genuinely passionate about hardware. Seeing my own designs come to life was completely surreal. Read more>>
Kelsey O’Brien
I think I do figuratively ‘tap dance to work’ right now! I feel called to my work and what we are trying to build with Shelf Love Collective and I am so grateful to get to work toward this goal every day with my best friend. Read more>>
Emmanuel Polanco
Not sure if I was born to do this, but I’m currently doing what I want and I like it. For many years, before joining M&L, I had the usual corporate 9-to-5 job—steady, with a good income. While it started out as something I wanted to do, over the years it became something else that was no longer fun or satisfying. Read more>>
