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What are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?

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.

Tina Marshall

I’m being called to step fully into my power — to stop playing small and embrace the spotlight I once ran from. For a long time, I was afraid to be seen, to trust that my story was enough. Now, I understand that Diva Sweettr3ats isn’t just about desserts; it’s about the confidence, the legacy, and faith in what you’re building. Read more>>

Keisha Gaines

I feel that I’m being called to help other entrepreneurs in their journey especially minorities. From the young children that I speak to for career day presentations with Junior Achievement and to the people who are starting a business now. That is just a few ways that I’m using my business to make an impact in others. Read more>>

Jose Ortiz

Honestly, I’m being called to step fully into leadership and legacy work – to move beyond traditional tax planning and build a firm that helps entrepreneurs and athletes design wealth intentionally from start to finish. For a long time, I operated behind the scenes, quietly helping clients minimize taxes and grow their businesses. Read more>>

Natasha Evans

I’m being called to unapologetically expand my voice beyond comfort zones and into uncharted platforms — including high-level stages, large-scale conferences, and transformational coaching spaces that once intimidated me. There was a time I second-guessed my worthiness and underestimated the power of my voice, thinking I needed more credentials, more time, or more permission. Read more>>

Daniela Moreno

Lately I’ve been inclined to teach. I’ve been creating content for years for brands and have developed a few skills on how to create really sharp, quality content that I would love to share with other creators. Stay tuned for that at MOE! Read more>>

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