Hardwork? Luck? Good habits? What would you say is behind your success? We’ve shared some thoughtful responses below.

Kimberly Romano | Modern Marketing Photographer & Photography Business Mentor

Personally stepping outside my comfort zone and showing up as my true energetic, goofy self has been the foundation for growing my brand and business. After learning how to manage the chaos of running a photography business all while maintaining a booked-out calendar, I’ve found the freedom to enjoy life every day. It’s been a true honor and newfound passion to help other photographers do the same. Read more>>

Edmond Laryea | Actor, Writer & Producer

The most important factor behind my success is my relentless work ethic, and my ability to stay the course. I truly pride myself on staying focused through all of the distractions. I also have a very good support system, that includes my mom, siblings, and a great group of friends that I call brothers. But work ethic is what separates the ones that get out of life what they truly want. Read more>>

Sihan Ling | Visual artist & Maker

For me, having success in my artist career is equal to occupying an irreplaceable niche in an ecosystem of art. This means I need to be unique and needed. To stay unique, it is vital to keep the spirit of innovation to keep the branding of my art practice. So, I am required to continue making progress in new works. To keep being needed, I’m obliged to keep the flow of my works and stay connected with the economy around me. Read more>>

Kati Cattaneo | Rising Star Los Angeles Realtor

The most important factor behind my success is my unwavering work ethic and genuine care for my clients. I show up for my clients in every way possible as not only their real estate advisor but also their friend. I had clients who closed on a house that they planned to renovate and choosing a contractor felt foreign and overwhelming to them. I offered to be there with them when they met 3 different contractors so I could give them feedback on each one. Read more>>

Robert Dytch66″ Gomez | Graffiti Artist

One of the most important factors behind my success is being passionate about what I do and being able to reflect myself in my work. I liked spending time trying to refine my artwork to get the best results possible. With our mural company, Blank Canvas LA, it was important for us to have professionalism with everything we do, because we treat everything with care and integrity to create the highest quality of work. In my eyes, it was a reflection of what I’ve learned along the way with all of the trial and error. Read more>>

Robin Monique Rios | Artist, Mentor and Curator

I believe my success as an artist has been staying true to myself. I create work that moves me first and once it’s available for the public to view they are free to feel and interpret from the work however it moves them to. Art is meant to provoke a sensory and emotional response. I put my entire self into my work and all I can hope Is the viewers have an honest response to it. And for the past 20 years it’s been a wonderful experience. Read more>>

Kati Cearley | Farmer, Entrepreneur & Agri-Business Banker

The most important factor behind the success of my brand has been consistent marketing and connection with our customers. We have built a strong social media presence over the last 8 years and have consistently posted nearly every day over that time span, curating a collection of 3500+ photos, videos and reels all around our farm and homestead which is also our business! Read more>>

Reco Wright Jr | Film Executive Producer/Chief Creative Officer/Writer

In this business, your personality, ability to recognize talent, ability to create long-lasting business relationships, and never burning bridges are essential. I’ve always represented myself and my brand to the utmost highest degree of professionalism and am open to listening and working with other industry professionals. You never know who is the next big thing or what the next great idea might be. Read more>>