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

Stef Salcedo

Having faith in God first. Also being disciplined and consistent is what it takes to be successful. Having a vision, having hunger to accomplish what you want the world to see. I believe in hardwork, pushing everyday despite the million excuses you can have. Read more>>

Milisa Galazzi

Success is such an interesting topic. I often think about how I define my own success which brings me to my goals that I set for myself. I am a huge list maker and goal setter. I have daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and multiple year goals. I have Goal Tracker Forms that I have created for each of these goal categories. I think that success is based on intentional work. When I set goals, I am being intentional about how I want to focus my time and effort. I define my success based on how well I achieve my own goals. Read more>>

Christina Rogers

Success is subjective, so I think a big part of being successful is not comparing yourself to other people and celebrating small wins on the way to your ultimate goals. I’ve been successful with many things and it’s shown in multiple ways, but I’m always still fighting to achieve greater things. A big part of this journey is keeping my blinders on and focusing on what’s in front of me while realizing that most things are a distraction along the way. I think if we’re too close to Earth as entrepreneurs, that’s when things get a bit patchy! Keep your head in the sky! Read more>>

Ashley Yancy

In my opinion, to be successful, you have to first make up in your mind that you are going to be successful. Success doesn’t happen after we decide we will be successful. It happens before. Your mindset is everything and your mind is powerful. I had to start telling myself “I will do this” and I did it. Read more>>

Rafequa Hall

I believe success is defined by a person’s character. It is when a person perseveres despite the obstacles they face. It is choosing to remain dedicated and committed to the cause and having the willingness to stay the course no matter how challenging and difficult the task. Read more>>

DEan Labadie

Never give up, failure is not an option. When times get tough get creative. We often give flowers away at that time. During covid we would give flowers to the people lined up for testing. We also gave arrangements to all first responders and service groups Read more>>

Aomi Richter

I think the key to success is the insatiable desire to learn, grow, and keep getting better. It’s finding the thing you can’t stop thinking about, and making it a career. When I see people choose a profession because it seems logical, they often don’t have the drive to sustain their interest in it. But when you make your passion into your profession, you will always have that inner fire to keep you motivated. Read more>>

Maksim Baglaev

I believe that success is certainly your efforts and, to some extent, luck. It is not a little important to remain yourself and bend your line even if there is a series of failures! Risk and success are equal, without them there will be no experiments and new knowledge. Read more>>

Tyiesha Wilmore

In my humble opinion, it is critical for an individual’s intentions to include God as the main factor before they can emerge and thrive as intended. Consistency, discipline, creativeness, and a detailed execution strategy are additional attributes that I consider to be essential for attaining success. My greatest accomplishment as a self-taught entrepreneur was increasing online sales for one of my companies, Vision Of Beauty Hair & Lash Co., which specializes in selling grade-A quality hair extensions, wigs, and strip lashes. Read more>>

Natalie Milshtein

I believe it takes a lot of determination, and creativity to be successful. I believe being successful also requires a lot of self-awareness and desire to be the best version of oneself. In a customer service focused business, it can be challenging to hear that something did not go well, that a client was unhappy with how something unfolded, it can be difficult to adjust one’s one of doing things when it comes to working with others in order to achieve the goals of growing a thriving business with happy clients and staff. Read more>>

Sara Badea

Throughout my years of starting a business and consistently running and growing it, I’ve learned that becoming successful is a mindset of pure dedication. Without believing in yourself and your business, you won’t flourish. I began my business my senior year of High School in the midst of COVID. I dedicated time and energy to perfect my craft as well a build community with my clients. Without building a relationship with every individual, my business would not be where it is now. Read more>>

Sara Naheedy

I think in order to be successful, a person needs to be open to feedback from others and constantly curious as to how they can improve. I think many people fail because they are rigid in their mindset. If someone is not open to different ways to get to a particular goal, they may fail because they are not open to other paths to obtain the goal. I think being flexible and open are two essential elements to being successful. Read more>>

Cassie Tucker

Success, in my opinion, takes a balance of many traits including maintaining a positive attitude, being resilient, and pursuing continuous learning. Maintaining a positive outlook, even in challenging times, and using setbacks as opportunities for growth have been instrumental. Resilience, grounded in a clear understanding of the purpose behind my work, has served as a vital anchor during business fluctuations. Read more>>

Jennifer Milano

Of course, I will start this off by saying hard work, this is non-negotiable. Nothing that is worth it comes easy in life and that includes running your own business. You have to put in the work to see your success. When I first started my business, I had two small children under the age of two and was still working a full-time hospitality job (also throw in the global Covid-19 pandemic). Read more>>

Lee Rickie

Success for a small Black-owned cut and sew clothing company often involves a strong brand identity, quality products, effective marketing, and building a supportive community. Establishing an online presence, networking, and prioritizing customer satisfaction can also contribute to long-term success. Read more>>

YU SHI

placeholderSuccess, in my lexicon, is a pleasantly commonplace term, easily accessible because I define it with simplicity. Rather than tethering it to the outcomes of grand events, I posit that success should be gauged by a sequence of modest achievements culminating in a significant accomplishment. Consider the scenario where my objective is to compose music for a 2-and-a-half-hour Broadway show; in this context, my initial one-minute string duo marks a success, the inaugural ten-minute woodwind quintet is another triumph, and the completion of a 30-minute orchestral piece constitutes a major victory. Read more>>

Ebony Hardy

Success, to me, is not merely a superficial desire. It is a profound commitment to intentional actions and continuous personal and professional growth. It goes beyond just wanting to achieve something; it is about actively seeking knowledge, embracing learning opportunities, and staying updated with industry trends. Success, to me, is also about finding mentors and role models who can guide and inspire me along the way. Read more>>

Saahas Patil

I think being successful in a city like LA requires tenacity. Especially in the music and performing business. I remember a teacher of mine telling me a long time ago that a big part of being able to create a life doing an art that you love is surviving the rate of attrition. Read more>>

Makena Delaney

So can we just take a moment to appreciate the wild ride of being a small business owner? It’s like being on a roller coaster, except you’re also trying to juggle flaming torches and bake a soufflé at the same time. Hats off to everyone doing it successfully because DANG it can be a challenge! I personally feel like being a lifelong learner is the true key to success. In fact, I’m kinda obsessed with learning new stuff. Read more>>

Morgan McKell

I believe there are three critical attributes: First, adaptability is paramount. Success in today’s dynamic business environment requires the flexibility to adjust to changing market trends, evolving customer demands, and the rapid pace of technological innovation. The most successful entrepreneurs are those adept at pivoting their strategies to keep pace with these changes, showcasing both agility and strategic foresight. Read more>>

Phunky Burgos

I feel like it’s a lot of willpower to be successful and a lot of failure to do successful it’s a lot of emotional strain persevere regardless of your mistakes in your setbacks a lot of people came up halfway and I feel like that’s what separates alot of ppl I feel like if you focus on your small accomplishments your viewers to attain success more because you’re not focusing on mistakes which I feel like a lot of do i remember when I first moved to New York Read more>>

Joanna Asvesta

First of all ,it takes hard work and dedication. It involves putting in the necessary time and efford to achieve your goals. Then, Passion and Motivation! Having a genuine passion for what you do and being motivated to persue your dreams ,can greatly contribute to your success.When you are passionate about your work,it becomes easier to stay committed and overcome challenges. Read more>>

Anna Degismen

I think if you have a clear goal and know what you want to achieve, you put in your hard work, discipline and dedication and continue to learn and grow every day, you can achieve anything and everything in this life. Read more>>

Shoniqua Horton

I think it takes hardship and failures to be successful. I say this because people that really go through things honestly grow through them! It makes people stronger and more powerful, wiser of their own actions and successful. If I was to start a business and for the next 15-20 years it be successful with no post all than I will become stagnant and not willing to horizon or grow. Hardships allow us to pivot and grow!!! The mean goal is to never give up no matter what. If you fall, get back up. If you fail then go back to the drawing board and start over but never give up. Read more>>

Tamara (MsTee.Kay) Kumoji

I believe success is a personal accomplishment. Everyone has a personal journey that they embark on that is very different from the next individual. A persons personal journey can require more or less time than the another individual and the multitude of things needed to define an individuals personal success. Read more>>

Laura Gilliland

I believe there’s a formula for success… it’s not just one thing that makes you successful, but a combination of factors. Personally, I wouldn’t be successful without support. I believe support is a key ingredient for success. I have an extremely supportive spouse who has supported me both emotionally and financially on my path as a business owner. Being a solo entrepreneur involves a lot of risk, a lot of uncertainty, a roller coaster of financial and emotional ups and downs, and I probably wouldn’t have persevered through the downtimes without having Stephanie’s support. Read more>>

Ashley Pintaric

While success looks different for everyone, through trial and error I have identified three core elements I believe are essential for success. First, you have to understand the “why” behind your business, or why you do what you do. This is your business purpose, its reason for existing. Read more>>

Evan Blum

Success, from my point of view came from having a strong work ethic, taking risks and surrounding myself with like-minded individuals who motivated me. I’ve never considered myself inherently “smart” in the traditional sense. School didn’t come naturally to me, and while I consistently earned A’s and B’s, it was through sheer determination and a persistent work ethic. Looking back, I realize that my roots were grounded in a strong work ethic, something that has become the cornerstone of my journey. Read more>>

Raynissa Sauls

I personally believe it takes dedication and a dream to be successful. I feel some people believe that becoming a business owner is easier than working for someone. But honestly, I believe that it’s more challenging to be your own boss. Every aspect of that business is handled and sorted out by yourself. Of course if you have a team, that’s a different story. But when you’re starting off most of the time, it’s a one-woman business. But staying dedicated and focused on your dream is what creates a successful business and career. Read more>>

Easton Max Edwin

Let me first answer your question with a question… how does one measure success? I believe everyone’s ideology of success is vastly different. For me, success is having goals and dreams, and setting out to accomplish them. I believe that success comes from within, from your values, work ethic, drive and ambition. While everyone’s optic of success will vary, if one is truly happy with their accomplishments and where they are in their lives, that to me, is success. Read more>>

Zach Savage

After being in the industry for a little over two years, I have learned three very important traits that have led me to be successful early in my career. The three things that have helped me become successful is being a quick learner and paying attention to detail, being able to ask questions and not being afraid to meet new people. Read more>>