Today we’d like to introduce you to Taylor Onze.
Hi Taylor, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved creating. What started as a jewelry business eventually grew into something much bigger than I ever imagined.
I launched Taylor Soul Designs with the dream of building a business that allowed me to express my creativity while creating meaningful pieces people could wear every day. Like many entrepreneurs, I spent years balancing multiple jobs while growing my business on the side. Every free moment was spent building a brand; packing orders, attending pop-up events, creating content, and learning everything I could about marketing and social media.
Over time, I realized I wasn’t just passionate about building a jewelry brand, I was equally passionate about building businesses. I became fascinated by branding, content creation, consumer psychology, and the idea that social media could completely change someone’s life when used intentionally.
That curiosity led me to start documenting my own journey online. As I shared more about entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the lessons I was learning in real time, I discovered a second passion: helping others do the same. Today, in addition to running Taylor Soul Designs, I create educational content for aspiring entrepreneurs and creators, sharing what I’ve learned about building a personal brand, creating multiple income streams, and designing a life with more freedom.
One of the biggest turning points in my journey was realizing that success isn’t about building one business, it’s about building a life. Over the last few years, I made the decision to leave my traditional job, move to South Carolina, and pursue entrepreneurship full-time. It was one of the biggest leaps of faith I’ve ever taken, but it gave me the opportunity to build a business that aligns with the life I actually want to live.
Today, my work extends far beyond just jewelry. Whether I’m designing a new collection, creating educational content, mentoring creators, writing, or building new income streams, my mission remains the same: to inspire people to believe they’re capable of creating a life they’re genuinely excited to wake up to.
Looking back, every chapter of my journey has taught me that growth rarely happens all at once. It happens through small, consistent decisions, a willingness to adapt, and having the courage to evolve into the next version of yourself. I’m grateful that what started as a small jewelry business has grown into a platform where I get to encourage others to pursue their own version of success.
At the end of the day, everything I build, whether it’s a piece of jewelry, a video, or a business resource, is designed to help people become more confident, more intentional, and more financially free.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road, but I don’t think I would be where I am today without the difficult seasons. And that’s so important to remember.
In the beginning, one of the biggest challenges was simply learning how to do everything. When you start a business, you quickly realize that you are responsible for far more than the product itself. I had to teach myself marketing, sales, customer service, branding, content creation, inventory management, finances, and how to solve problems as they came up. There was no clear roadmap, and most of what I know today came from trial and error.
For years, I also balanced my business alongside other jobs. I would work during the day and spend my nights and weekends creating jewelry, packing orders, attending events, and creating content. That season taught me discipline and consistency, but it also taught me that working harder is not always the same as building sustainably.
As the business grew, my challenges shifted. I began to realize how easy it is to create a business that depends entirely on you. I had to start asking myself whether I was building something that supported my life or something that required me to constantly sacrifice my life in order to maintain it. Learning how to create systems, simplify, delegate, and make more intentional decisions has been an ongoing process.
Some of my greatest challenges also happened outside of business. I went through the end of a long-term relationship, left behind a life that had been familiar to me for years, and eventually moved to a new state. There were moments when it felt like I was rebuilding every part of my identity at once.
That season forced me to learn who I was outside of a relationship, a job, a location, or any version of life I had previously imagined for myself. It taught me self-trust, resilience, and the importance of building a life that feels whole on its own. Those lessons ultimately changed the way I approached my business as well. I became more willing to take risks, let go of what no longer aligned, and create a version of success that was actually mine.
Another struggle has been comparison. Social media makes it easy to measure your progress against someone else’s highlight reel, especially when you are building a brand online. Some of my biggest breakthroughs happened when I stopped trying to follow everyone else’s path and focused on what felt authentic to me.
I’ve also had to become comfortable with reinvention. The person who starts a business is not always the same person who is meant to lead it years later. Growth has required me to release old identities, change direction, and trust myself even when I could not yet see exactly where the next chapter was leading.
I still face challenges today, but I view them differently now. Instead of seeing obstacles as proof that something is going wrong, I see them as opportunities to learn, adjust, and become more capable. Looking back, I’m grateful for the difficult seasons because they taught me lessons that success alone never could.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
At the heart of everything I create is the same mission: to inspire people to become the highest version of themselves and build a life they genuinely love waking up to.
While many people know me as the founder of Taylor Soul Designs, my work has evolved into so much more than designing jewelry. Today, I’m also a content creator, entrepreneur, and educator who shares what I’m learning about personal branding, business, financial freedom, and personal growth in real time.
I’ve always believed that the most meaningful brands are built through authenticity. I don’t create content because I have all the answers, I create it because I’m actively living the journey myself. Whether I’m building a new income stream, launching a collection, navigating a life transition, or learning a lesson the hard way, I enjoy bringing people along for the process. I think that’s what resonates most with my audience. They’re not just watching the highlights, they’re growing alongside me.
Through Taylor Soul Designs, I create jewelry that serves as a reminder to celebrate yourself, embrace confidence, and become the woman you’re meant to be. Through my content, I share the mindset shifts, business lessons, and personal experiences that have helped me build a life with more freedom and intention.
One thing I’m especially passionate about is changing the way people think about entrepreneurship. I believe success isn’t about chasing one big opportunity, it’s about consistently building skills, assets, and multiple streams of income that create long-term freedom. I also believe social media can be so much more than a place to post content. When used intentionally, it becomes a tool to build a business, create opportunities, and completely change the trajectory of your life. That’s why I love sharing what I’m learning about branding, content strategy, and entrepreneurship in real time.
What I’m most proud of isn’t any one milestone or achievement. It’s that I’ve built a brand people trust because I’ve allowed it to evolve as I’ve evolved. My audience has seen the wins, the setbacks, the pivots, and the growth, and I’ve never felt the need to pretend I have everything figured out.
At the end of the day, everything I create, whether it’s jewelry, a video, or a business resource, is designed to help people become more confident, more intentional, and more financially free. If my journey encourages someone else to take a chance on themselves, start the business they’ve been dreaming about, or believe they’re capable of creating a life they truly love, then I’ve accomplished exactly what I set out to do.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that you don’t need one perfect mentor to be successful. Some of the most valuable mentorship I’ve received has come from books, podcasts, online creators, conversations with other entrepreneurs, and simply paying attention to people who are already doing what I hope to do.
I’ve also learned that networking becomes much more meaningful when you stop thinking about what someone can do for you and start thinking about how you can genuinely connect with and support others. Some of my favorite opportunities have come from authentic relationships that developed naturally over time, not because I was trying to get something in return.
I think it’s also important not to wait until you feel “ready” before putting yourself out there. Reach out to people you admire, attend local events, ask thoughtful questions, and don’t be afraid to introduce yourself. Most people are far more willing to help than we often assume.
At the same time, don’t spend so much time searching for the perfect mentor that you forget to take action yourself. Some lessons can only be learned by doing. Every project you start, every mistake you make, and every challenge you work through becomes its own form of mentorship.
If I could leave readers with one piece of advice, it would be this: stay curious. The people who continue learning, asking questions, and remaining open to new perspectives are the ones who keep growing. Every person you meet knows something you don’t, and every experience has the potential to teach you something if you’re willing to pay attention.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.taylorsouldesigns.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tayloronze/
- LinkedIn: https://patreon.com/tayloronze?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
- Other: https://linktr.ee/tayloronze?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=f90025f5-2c11-4fe6-9135-2c4a636059ec
