Meet Simrin Speaks

We were lucky to catch up with Simrin Speaks recently and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, so we’re so thrilled to have Simrin with us today – welcome and maybe we can jump right into it with a question about one of your qualities that we most admire. How did you develop your work ethic? Where do you think you get it from?

My work ethic comes from my upbringing. My parents modeled consistency, responsibility, and dedication through their work in real estate and community service. Watching them manage their business and still prioritize helping others taught me the value of discipline and purpose. Their example shaped how I approach my own goals and commitments today.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

I’m a young entrepreneur from Baltimore, and the core of my work focuses on wellness, community, and creating things that truly help people. I run Soleil by Sim, a cold-pressed juicing and wellness brand I’ve been building for the past few years. What makes my business special is that it was born out of real experiences in my family — watching my mother struggle with her health and seeing how holistic remedies from my grandmother actually helped her. That opened my eyes to what natural healing can do, and I wanted to make those options accessible to people in my community.

My brand includes cold-pressed juices, sea moss, wellness shots, and products that are intentionally crafted with healing in mind. I don’t just make things to sell them — everything is created with purpose. I focus on ingredients that support inflammation, immunity, and overall balance, and I’m currently working on expanding my lupus-friendly options since that’s something close to my heart.

What excites me most is seeing people feel better from something I made. When someone tells me my “Flu Shot” helped their allergies or my sea moss kept them energized, that’s the moment I feel like I’m doing exactly what I’m meant to do.

Another big part of my story is growing up in a family of entrepreneurs and real estate investors. That taught me about ownership, generational wealth, and giving back. Professionally, I’m also preparing to follow my parents’ footsteps into real estate investing so I can help create affordable housing for Black and Brown families in Baltimore City. Long-term, I want to combine wellness, housing, and community support so everything I do connects back to helping people live healthier and more stable lives.

Right now, I’m working on expanding my product line and preparing for new seasonal juice drops. I also have plans to host more pop-ups and community health events, because accessibility matters to me — I want people to feel better right where they are.

Overall, my brand is about healing, intention, and community impact. I’m still growing, but everything I’m building reflects who I am and the future I’m working toward.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

Looking back, the three qualities that had the biggest impact on my journey are consistency, confidence, and community awareness.

Consistency has carried me through everything. Running a business young taught me that it’s not always about big moments — it’s about showing up every day, even when you’re tired, busy, or things aren’t going how you planned. My advice for anyone just starting is to build small daily habits. You don’t need to be perfect, you just need to keep showing up.

Confidence was another important piece. I started my first business at eight, and even now, as my brand grows, I’ve had to believe in my ideas before anyone else did. Confidence isn’t about being loud — it’s about trusting your vision enough to keep going. For anyone early in their journey, surround yourself with people who push you, speak life into yourself, and take action even when you’re nervous. Courage builds confidence.

Community awareness shaped the purpose behind everything I do. Growing up in Baltimore, around entrepreneurs and community work, helped me understand what people actually need — whether that’s healthier options, support, or inspiration. My advice is to pay attention to the people around you. Listen to your community, ask questions, and let your purpose come from real experiences, not trends.

If you stay consistent, believe in your work, and stay connected to the people you’re serving, your journey will naturally move forward.

Alright so to wrap up, who deserves credit for helping you overcome challenges or build some of the essential skills you’ve needed?

The people who have been the most helpful to me are my parents. They’ve both shaped me in different but equally important ways. Watching them run their real estate business, stay consistent, and still make time to give back to the community taught me what real work ethic looks like. They didn’t just tell me to work hard — they lived it every day, and I grew up seeing that.

My dad showed me what it means to be disciplined, focused, and selfless. He pushed me to aim high and reminded me that greatness comes from the effort you put in when no one is watching. My mom taught me resilience and creativity. Her journey with health and holistic remedies is what inspired my interest in wellness and eventually led to my business.

They’ve both helped me build the confidence to start things young, take risks, and believe in my ideas. Whether it was my first business at eight or growing Soleil by Sim today, they’ve always been my foundation.

I wouldn’t be the person or entrepreneur I am without them.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @soleilbysim
• Facebook: Simrin Speaks

Image Credits

Coreon Collins