What happens when you swap the safety of a corporate career for the uncertainty of running your own business? Raquel Aparicio knows. She left architecture to launch her interior design studio, Mar Design — all while balancing motherhood, building a network, and making time to rescue golden retrievers.

In this episode, we talk about taking the leap into entrepreneurship, finding your “why,” and the power of community support. Raquel shares the highs, the challenges, and the lessons that have shaped her journey, plus her tips for staying motivated when things get tough.

If you’ve ever dreamed of designing a life you truly love, this one’s for you.