In our view, values and principles are the foundation upon which our lives, careers and relationships are built. So, we asked folks we admire to open up to us about the values and principles that matter most to them.

Michelle Hsiung Sarahi Ramirez | Hairstylists & Co-Owners of Mélange Salon

We both highly value honesty, respect, and work ethic. We think it’s extremely important as business partners to be communicative and honest with one and other. Along with our team members and as well as our clientele. Respect and respecting everyone on our team along with our clients is a top priority for us. Read more>>

Kiley Tkaczyk | Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula and Preconception Coach

The value that matters most to me is having intention behind every action. This principle is fundamental because it ensures that everything I do is aligned with my purpose and values. It creates a container a deep level of clarity, mindfulness and focus, which leads to more meaningful and impactful outcomes. Read more>>

Lucia Cortez | Client-Focused Trainer & founder of We Plant City

Being free means having the ability to grow into the person I want to be in any situation. Being free is a state of mind. We may manage our relationships with people as something important and limited when we have a clear understanding that our life is a valuable and singular opportunity. Read more>>

Mansa Wakili (aka WAKIL) | Music Artist/Maker & Actor

A persons’s character matters to me the most I think. How someone is in certain situations tells you a lot about them. Read more>>

MMIX

Creativity, authenticity, and curiosity. There are a lot of things we could be doing that might improve our profitability, but would compromise what we’re truly interested in exploring as artists. Read more>>

Rebecca Lea | Bush Spiritualist & Creative

Authenticity and connection are consistent themes in my businesses and my life in general. I am unapologetically myself and my businesses are 100% me. Potentially to my detriment, I don’t really “sell” my products and services – I simply talk about and express my passions, which are inspired by our connection with nature, ourselves, each other, and the greater source or universe. Read more>>

William Jeffery | Gym Owner

I think the value or principle most valuable to me consistency, doing something well once is good but greatness is built on being good every time over time. I feel consistency is the foundation for any healthy relationship be it in business or any other area of life. Read more>>