I started working for a gallery right after high school, and the owner took me under her wing and taught me a tremendous amount about the art world.
I later worked for two different socially motivated fashion brands, Falling Whistles (www.fallingwhistles.com) and Della (www.dellala.com). Both of which taught me an endless amount of invaluable lessons. Including how to build a business and the importance of using your talents to bring about positive change.
Disappointments? Feeling disappointed or discouraged in life is inevitable, but I try to focus on the lesson in every hardship.