Through our work we have been constantly amazed at the incredible things people in every neighborhood are working on. What’s even more exciting is that they all have different stories, backgrounds, strengths and weaknesses. That there isn’t a single formula for success means that everyone can take their unique set of strengths and characteristics and turn it into a success story. We recently reached out to some folks we admire and asked them what characteristics they feel are responsible for their success.

Michael Grugal

The biggest reason I’ve been successful, or why my brand has thrived, boils down to one simple thing: people like working with me. Whether it’s clients or colleagues, I’ve built solid relationships based on trust, respect, and teamwork. Read more>>

Dr. Yvette Battle | Orthodontist and Sneaker Aficionado

I believe the success of my brand has been authenticity and being able to connect with people in the community. I do my best to show up authentically as myself first and create that type of culture within the orthodontic office as well. We are not your typical orthodontic office. Read more>>

Meredith Sloane | Rainbow Energy Healer & Transformational Coach

I believe my success is a combination of a few things: natural skill, experience and dedication to myself, my clients and my craft. Being an energy worker came naturally to me. I was always very sensitive to people and their energy. The first time I channeled energy, I knew this was my calling. Read more>>

Guanjiao(Summer) Long | Cathoven AI Co-founder | CMO

Cathoven is an AI platform aimed at helping teachers craft language lessons with real-world content 10x faster. I believe the most important factor behind our success is that we didn’t start Cathoven with the primary goal of launching a business. Instead, our journey began with a deep-seated desire to solve a problem we intimately understood. Read more>>

Abraham Kabba | Content creator

The most important factor behind my success is definitely perseverance. Read more>>

Mia Takhar | entrepreneur

The most important factor behind the success of our brand is the relationships we build with others. When you have a business, it’s not just about the business or brand itself, it’s about building with community. The branding comes with ability to talk others, build relationships with partners along with selling your products. That is probably half the work. Read more>>

Jamie Lyn Byerlee | Event and Wedding Coordinator & Creative Designer

The most important factor behind the success of Events by Jamie Lyn is our unwavering commitment to creating unforgettable experiences with a personal touch. With 24 years in the industry, I’ve learned that success is built on genuine connections and meticulous attention to detail. Read more>>

Celeste Bronfman | TV Writer

I would say it’s my passion for storytelling. The Film and TV industry is a notoriously tough business, and to make it, you really need to dedicate yourself to your craft and understand that as a freelancer, you’ll always be on the lookout for your next opportunity. Read more>>

Rebecca Ann Dowty | Screenwriter/ Producer

People…. A producer once told me, “You seem to know what people want.” (Smiles like the cat who caught the canary.) Tipsy Hiccup Productions believes life is about people, what they want, what moves them, what’s important to them. Read more>>

Liz H. Kelly | Goody PR CEO/Founder

As Goody PR approaches the 15-year anniversary of our public relations agency, the top 3 most important factors behind our success have been being resilient, creative and consistent with follow-through. Our brand is “Goody PR… Read more>>

Tony Granberry | Business Owner

The most important factor is perseverance. Second most important, patience. With anything that grows, there is a process. Must persevere and have patience for any seed to grow. Read more>>

Winnie Chlomin Lee | Creative Director of Winnie Couture

At Winnie Couture, we’re redefining the bridal experience by challenging conventions and pushing boundaries. Our designs are a fusion of classic elegance and contemporary flair, offering brides a fresh perspective on traditional wedding attire. Read more>>

Alice Hu | Career Astrologer & Founder of Woo Woo Company

Consistently showing up and not giving up. My business has changed so much over the last 5 years. But what stays the same is the mission aka my why. My why is to help people understand their purpose and to live a more aligned life. When you continue to bring value to people, they will be loyal to you. Read more>>

Carl Viray | Hip Hop Artist

Authenticity. I can never go wrong when I walk in my truth because my truth is going to be different from someone else’s and that’s ok. No matter how great or bad an outcome is, I can alwayz count on the fact that I did my honest best with the resources and skills that I had. Read more>>

Annie Korzen | Actress, Humorist, Author

When I’m stopped in the street by my TikTok fans, they tell me that they love me because I’m “authentic.” I guess that means that my always frank and always candid opinions contain wisdom and inspiration. Read more>>

Lexie Skye | Rock Music Enthusiast & Content Creator

The most important factor behind all of this is true passion. I started posting online because I genuinely wanted to share my love for music with the rest of the world in anyway I could. It was never about the numbers of views, likes, or followers to me, that’s not success. Read more>>