We believe that success can mean different things to different people – not everyone wants the same thing, what drives happiness and fulfillment for one person doesn’t necessarily predict what will for another. That said – if we simply think of success as being effective at achieving one’s goal – whatever those goals might be – then we can set a sort of common

Savannah Vinson

Being successful can mean a lot of different things. However, being successful to me means being consistent with what ever you decide to do. Giving it your 110% every day! If you can do this, you’re successful. Just because it’s hard, doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Read more>>

Maurice Chase

I believe it takes a mind to want to be successful first off. Then from there setting achievable goals and pushing forth with those goals regardless of the obstacles and doubters. Success is base around failures and learning from those events and tweaking those failures to become success stories like some we read and head about. Success for me is also base around the small wins and pushes me to continue driving and pushing forward with the task at hand. Success is different for every person and if it starts in the mind, the body will follow! Don’t give up on your goals, dreams, and aspirations, because for every one that may say NO! There’s millions of people willing to tell you Yes! Read more>>

Benjamin Ritter

Success is a belief. Take for example a man fishing. Some may say that his success is dependent on if he catches a fish. When others may say the success is in the act of fishing. Read more>>

Nikki Allen

Success takes believing in yourself & your mission. For me what propelled me forward was my personal experience. Feeling empowered in my choices & body as everything changed through my pregnancy to when I birthed my daughter. I wanted all women to have that powerful experience. How else would anyone know though? It takes a lot of spreading the word, continuously. It takes not giving up & believing that you have a voice & something that will serve many. Read more>>

Andrea Piontkovski

Your attitude and your mind. Your attitude is like a flat tire. It will not move until you change it. I was born in a low-income city, without my parents and with the responsibilities that a child should never had. However, I had a positive attitude and I convinced myself those current circumstances will not define me. So, I took control over my school performance and I made sure I was going to have the life I deserved. Read more>>

Jess Smith

The most important thing in my success and that has fostered the growth of my business is finding an authentic, unique voice. As a recipe creator, this comes through in everything from the recipes I choose to create, the style of my photography, and the stories I share on social media. Read more>>

Elias Patras

I think there are some very basic things that are needed to be successful. The first thing is to be passionate about your work. I love what I do. The ability to see changes within people whether it’s working with them in a self development retreat, in a workshop, or one on one is so rewarding. Secondly, authenticity is important in being successful. I believe that people need to see openness , vulnerability, compassion, and kindness. Read more>>

Jason Willis

I think success looks and feels different to everyone and is a very personal and moving target. But in general I think to be successful – being organized, transparent and having your heart in the work you do are some of the most important things. When your heart is in the project, your work, or your clients, it shows, and it allows you to be more creative with it. I think clients recognize this even if it’s in subtle ways and is what leads to continued relationships and referrals. Read more>>

Cameron Hunt

To be successful in entrepreneurship, it takes days and nights of hard work. Most people go into business for money and unfortunately, those businesses don’t last due to them having the wrong vision. You have to decide early when starting your business whether are you willing to sacrifice time, family, savings, and mental stability for an uncharted future. Read more>>

Phylicia Spann

In order to be successful you have to do the work. Write down your goals and work toward them everyday and continue to grow. Believe in where you’re going, envision it and strive. Take risk and push yourself. It will get uncomfortable but will never know what life will reward if you don’t try. Get rid of those negative thoughts and distractions and discipline yourself. Read more>>

Eric Rivera

As an Executive Chef and Co-Owner of a small business group I have found that in order to be successful you must first truly invest in the people that work for you so that they believe in your vision. Continuing Investment and sharing of vision with employees is priceless as your organization will naturally become more cohesive, with a united vision and grow. We Continually meet with our managers to share vision and get their feedback and input. We ensure their voices are heard and when applicable implement their ideas. Read more>>

Shantay Owens

Personally, I feel like being committed to the walk of entrepreneurship is what’s going to determine the success factor. I also want to say that in order to know the success you may have to experience some failure. Success and failure go hand-in-hand. Read more>>

Stacy Erker

I think that being successful takes passion, drive and persistence. To be successful, I think you need to put in the work and step out of your comfort zone. Read more>>

Maddi Manheimer

Success can be defined in many ways, but to me it takes persistence and determination to be successful. All success stories have bumps in the road, but it’s how you handle the bad moments that makes you successful. During those times, I reflect on my accomplishments and stay focused on my future goals. I know, based on past experience, that continuing to produce quality work and meet client expectations will make me successful. Read more>>

Dre & Sincere

Sincere: To be successful, it takes confidence and a sound mind. You have to be able to articulate your wants and needs; when you are living in your purpose, it will not be easy to settle for less. Read more>>

Brittney Yares

I attribute a lot of my success to good old hard work and follow through. It’s important to have a vision, positive energy, motivation and follow up and through on your word. Sometimes you have to work late, work long and hard to get where you need to. Everything is temporary and ever changing – go with the flow – ride the wave – trust the process – there is always something to learn and gain from every experience and situation. It takes like-minded individuals with combined energies and knowledge to create success. Read more>>

Zuri Moon-Golston

Consistency! Becoming a successful entrepreneur consistency is the key. There are going to be days that you’re not gonna feel like working there gonna be days where it everything feels challenging. There are going to be days where everything just feels like no. Even on all those days be consistent still show up and that will bring your motivation back to the bigger goal of wanting to have a successful business. Read more>>

Elizabeth Clar

I believe that these key attributes lead to success as an entrepreneur : 1. Perseverance – Being an entrepreneur is no easy task. You have to adapt and try new things on a consistent basis. There will be good days and bad days but in the end you will only succeed if you never give up. Read more>>

Kelsey Caouette

For me, the biggest thing it takes to be successful is dedication, patience and believing in yourself. I think a lot of people want a overnight success story but it takes years and years of hard work, of building your way up even if that means you start making little to no money, or even if you think you’re better than what’s in front of you. Patience and knowing it takes time, but you will get to your goals and be successful if you’re dedicated to it. Read more>>

Sara Bruce

What I think it takes to be successful in the line of storm chasing is to passionate about what is happening right outside your door. Even though I consider myself as a storm chaser, I could say I chase the sky and find beauty in the sky ranging from sun rises to sunsets, storms and lightning. The weather calls my name. Don’t ever be afraid to go out there, to chase your dreams, to ask questions, but remember safety first. Read more>>

Stacie Otto

Success is such a powerful and complex word because we all view the definition of success differently. I think a lot of people equivocate it solely to money. An amazing friend of mine just recently made me realize it’s so much more than that. I was voted “Most Likely to Succeed” in high school, how ironic is that. The younger version of myself I think would have looked at this in terms of money too, but maybe I had it all wrong all along. And maybe so did my classmates who voted me into this “title”. Read more>>

Keturah Wilson

I think to be successful you have to be consistent. You have to consistently continue to work even when you feel like you’ve done enough, there’s also more to be done. You also have to have courage! There are going to be times when you feel afraid to take a chance. Your going to be afraid to face failure, however courage helps you push through those moments of fear so that you can see what’s waiting for you on the other side. Read more>>

Crystal Sutton

I believe the definition of success is different for everyone. To some, it can be measured in stacks of money, to others in follower count. To micro-businesses like mine, success for me is more-so the production of a product where clients and buyers are specifically looking for me. Where people know my brand and recognize my products. It’s also finding a sense of fulfillment in productivity, enjoying at least some of what you do while also being able to support yourself. Read more>>

Stacie Mitchell

The most essential ingredient to becoming successful is grit. Grit is more than resilience, it’s more than patience, it’s more than perseverance; with grit, a deeper passion and commitment is what empowers you to keep taking action — even in the face of adversity. Read more>>

Tracy Baer

When I think about success, I measure in units of joy vs stress. It takes stress to build and grow, of course. But there’s a tendency to eliminate joy in order to appear successful. Like an imaginary hair shirt that we’re supposed to wear and brag about, glamorizing the bootstrap mentality. Success to me is finding that sweet spot where the work life balance allows you to leave work at work, and actually find joy during the off time. Read more>>

Ashley Kay

Success is a way of thinking. It cultivates a discipline of faith that you have to have in order to achieve anything in life. Success shouldn’t be limited to just awards and promotions and achievements. One can experience success through everyday life like for example: someone making the choice to set healthy boundaries for themselves in order to achieve inner peace. Success is a greater positive & for me, I found my success not only in the awards that I won or the titles I hold in the industry, but success came when I started to heal the woman within me. Read more>>

Wednesday Odoms

I think to truly be successful in anything, you first have to believe in yourself and push your fears aside. You need to have a plan. Not having a plan will have you doing double the work or even failing. Having a solid plan is like having a solid foundation for your home. Without a plan, you don’t really know what direction you are going in. Staying consistent, don’t stop no matter how hard it gets, no matter what mistakes you make, you just stay the course. Love and learn from your mistakes. Yes, I said to love your mistakes. I know it sounds crazy. Read more>>

Trudie Robinson

I think that you have to be honest and hard working to be successful in the travel business. I have been working in the travel business since 1982. I have seen very good years and years that are very hard to make money . The worst years being when Covid was so bad. I think people have to realize that by using a travel agent we are here to help protect them and their investment in travel. Honesty and hard working have helped me to be successful. Read more>>

Laura Neff

Communication, follow through and attention to detail. Read more>>

David Rousseau

success is all about educating and motivating yourself daily. every day you have to challenge yourself to be better and never stop trying to enhance your skills. Read more>>

chris cote

It takes persistence, self starting, hunger, want, need, creativity, positivity, self awareness, willingness to work hard, and knowing when to relax, reset, and restart. Read more>>

Renato Viola

“Never start a business just to make money, start a business to make a difference” – Chef Renato Viola Read more>>

April Davis

Sheer grit, resiliency, and resourcefulness. It’s necessary to never accept “No, it can’t be done” as an answer. Read more>>

Jon Phenom

I think fashion is changing quickly and will still be interrupted much more than we’ve seen. I think getting out in front of the change is important. Read more>>

Daniel Johnson

Consistency. Read more>>

Joyce Sobczyk

Listening to my clients and fulfilling their needs. Being sensitive as each client comes with a different set of special needs. Read more>>

Jonathan Byrd

The key to success is to first clearly identify what your definition of success is. If the answer to that question is something that can be achieved by your self, do it and do it quickly …and then set new goals. If the answer to that question is something that will require others, develop a process that is scalable. Understand that you cannot do it all. You keep the vision and let others do the work. Read more>>

Diana Grechukhina & Vladislav Orlov

Everyone has their own definition of success as well as different measuring systems for it. While for one person to be successful might mean to be able to read, for the other – to own a $10 million company. It would mainly depend on the individuals’ background. However, we think whatever the case is, there are some similar and shareable components to each success story. In our opinion, to succeed something, the individual should 1) be disciplined; 2) be ready to work; 3) know the value of the money. Read more>>

Lynette M. Burrows

As an author, you’re often told that to be successful it takes the right story at the right time to the right people. But that only describes what happens sometimes. What it takes to be a successful author is much like any other occupation. It takes time, knowledge, lots of practice, and little successes piled upon one another. It takes understanding that you have to define what success is to you. And that definition will change over time. Read more>>

Garrett Blackwell

It is so easy to compare yourself to others… where is the good in that? We are all unique and each experience is different for each of us; it’s all relative. However, success can be measured in all sorts of ways! For me it is meeting people where they are and creating something beautiful with them and for them. In the age of social media where everyone has a camera at their fingertips, photos and videos are in our lives every day, but we seem to take that for granted. Read more>>