Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?

We asked some of the most interesting entrepreneurs and creatives to open up about recent highlights from their lives – the moments that made them laugh or feel proud.

Melissa Estavillo

As a psychologist, I often talk with my clients about cultivating a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset, a concept pioneered by researcher Dr. Carol Dweck and popularized by her viral TED talk. Just last week, my son came home from elementary school eager to share something he had learned in class. Read more>>

Phoenix Mermaid

Some of my favorite recent moments have been at our Dive-in Movie Appearances around the valley. We bring our mermaids to swim and play with the kids in the pool before the movie starts, creating a magical, splash-filled experience. Sometimes we even stay to watch the dive-in movie with them, and the kids are just so excited. Read more>>

Jenny Dupuis

Yes! I’ve been working on cueing a challenging combo move in my indoor cycling class—and honestly, combos can be tough for me too. But I’m always looking for ways to challenge both myself and the class so we can grow together. Read more>>

Amanda Ochs

Recenlty, I had a photo featured in a gallery for the first time. My piece ‘Spiral’ is on display at the FoundRE hotel. Read more>>

Mike Laycook

A&C Metal Works, deeply rooted in military values, proudly creates patriotic and military products for all branches of the United States Armed Forces, each piece reflecting creativity and pride. Our mission is to design and manufacture merchandise that inspires pride in America. These military emblem signs serve as meaningful gifts to honor special occasions like birthdays, graduations, Christmas, or retirements. Read more>>

Justin Ford

Absolutely. I’ve had a few moments lately that made me laugh and feel proud at the same time—which is kind of the sweet spot for me. One that stands out: I watched one of the kids I mentor absolutely light up while reading a book they wrote through the program I created – JustinTIME 4 StoryTIME Build-a-Book program. Read more>>