We asked some of the happiest folks we know to tell us their secret.

Yiran Chen | Director of Photography

I am happiest when I can use visual storytelling to convey my feelings and philosophical ideas. It’s about being creative in discovering your uniqueness by embracing your experience, identity, and dream. I enjoy it when ideas come to me and just pour out of my mind. I’m excited to see those wild ideas come to life as that makes me feel like I can accomplish anything and nothing can stop me from making stunning and captivating works of art. Read more>>

Emmanuel Ifeanyi Ifediba | Entreprenuer & Consultant

Dribble-dribble- dribble the rhythmic sound of the basketball ring in my ear as I scan the court. I call for a screen, analyzing the strengths of my teammate as he comes up to set a screen. I fake right to where the screen is, but quickly crossover to the left, leaving the defender a step behind. On my peripheral, I see my screener dive hard to the basket. Read more>>

James Khazrik | Contractor

I feel really happy when I turn a regular place where people live into a dream oasis. It’s like a big puzzle where I take an idea, plan it out, and then put it all together. The most rewarding part is when we design, build, and renovate houses to fulfill our client’s needs as well as make them happy and satisfied. Read more>>