“If you stand for nothing, you fall for everything”

We asked the community to tell us about the values and principles that guide their lives and businesses.

RiSi

HONESTY + REALLY REVEALING YOURSELF.

Because you can pretend to be someone else when you’re around people you want to impress, or you can be superficial when trying to make friends in the industry, but you can’t hide when writing a great song. Read more>>

Alix Azuike | Screenwriter & Visionary

Valuing others is the foundation for a lot of my principles, whether it be working toward equitable solutions for everyone, exploring cultures beyond my own, not only treating others with respect but leading by example for those who may struggle to be kind to their fellow man — all are my driving force in the way I engage with the world. We’re such wonderfully dynamic individuals who have far more in common than we’re conditioned to believe by the various influences that have played a part in framing our outlook. I have the utmost admiration for others who share a similar mindset. I treasure and value humanity always. Read more>>

Diana Alvort

Optimism! With a dose of realism of course. It makes me grateful and makes me hope and plan for the best.
Yes, sometimes it causes disappointment too, when the expectations are not met, but I exercise Optimism to find the bright side and silver lining of adverse situations and relationships. Read more>>