Target

Joseph had a dream 1. What’s been your biggest accomplishment thus far, and how did you get there? My biggest accomplishment so far has been starting my own tech consulting business from the ground up. I had no investors, just a vision, and a lot of late nights. I got there by being consistent, staying curious, and not being afraid to ask for help or admit when I didn’t know something. I took small steps everyday whether it was networking, learning a new skill, or getting in front of a potential customer. Those small steps added up to something bigger than I imagined. 2. How did it impact your community? It opened new doors. I was able to hire locally, mentor high school students interested in tech, and even host a free workshop for small businesses in the area. Watching others grow because of what I started was something that I didn’t expect. 3. What did the naysayers tell you, and what did you tell yourself? People said it was too risky and that I should just stick to my 9 to 5 job with a steady paycheck. I told myself that regret hits harder than failure ever will. I reminded myself that I didn’t come this far just to play it safe. 4. What is your next target, and what steps are you taking to obtain it? My next target is to expand nationally and build a leadership team that can run operations without me being in the room. I’m investing in leadership coaching, tightening up my systems, and slowly stepping out of the daily decisions to focus on scaling the business. 5. What is the next compliment that you want to hear? I want someone to say, “Because you mentored me, I built something I never thought I could.” That would mean the world. 6. Our readers are looking to reach that next level. What advice would you give them? Start before you're ready. Most people wait for the perfect time. There’s no such thing. You grow in the process. Set a goal, break it down into manageable steps, and just begin. Stay surrounded by people who push you forward, not pull you back. 7. What does hitting your target mean to you? It means living with intention. It’s not just about the win. It’s about proving to myself that I am more than capable. Discipline is required.