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

Ma’kala Lee

“The way you do anything is the way you do everything!” This quote, whose source I unfortunately can’t recall, has deeply resonated with me and perfectly encapsulates my current approach to life. Read more>>

Diane Seimetz

In 2011, I went to see Guy Kawasaki (legendary marketer at Apple, Chief Evangelist at Canva, successful VC, etc.) speak. He shared so much valuable information, but one anecdote – on NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) of all things – really stuck with me. Read more>>

Jessica Rosario

I believe that in order to be successful, you will need to be very persistent. It takes a lot of work. You need to have determination. Staystay focus on what you want. Read more>>

Surya Pinto

I think it takes a lot to be successful- a support system, grit, a “why” factor that helps you push through, determination, and gratitude are some things that come to mind. Read more>>

Derek Miller

When discussions of success occur they often include topics such as hard work, dedication, financial gain, or more recently, the number of followers someone has. Read more>>

Amelia Chan

Success looks different for everyone. Self employment can be a challenging and lonely pathway. I believe hard work, personal drive and grit has helped me a lot to keep going when times were tough. Read more>>

ALECIA Huck

I know a lot of people might hate this answer. My first job was as a door-to-door salesman. I sold educational books with the SW Advantage program while I was in college. Read more>>

Jillian Speece

My husband Nathaniel and I created our band The Bergamot in 2009 when we were in collage and shortly after we launched our first album along side a cross country tour. Read more>>

Tony Rivas

I always tell people these three key things in being successful. First, don’t give up in the face of failure. When we had the fire in our Tampa factory in 2017, I had two choices: to face the challenge and come out the other side, or to quit. Read more>>

Aubrinae

It is extremely important to separate who you are from who you have been conditioned to be. Especially if you want to be successful. The celebration of reaching success is a subjective concept and its’ portrayal isn’t always as unique and varied as humankind. Read more>>

Vuyanzi Rodman

In the past I found myself criticizing myself about where I was not in my life. One of my coaches encouraged me to accept that where I was was where I was supposed to be. I also found a definition of success that resonated with me. Read more>>

Majorie Dorismond

It takes Determination, Consistency & Never give up that makes Us successful. Putting in that work and believing in whatever it is God placed in your heart to do. Read more>>

Terryl Scholl

Drive and belief in yourself. At the end of the day you can read every book and watch every video labeled “How to start a business”, but when it comes down to it, the only thing holding you back from personal success is yourself. Read more>>

Dilshika Kulasekara

For me, the key to success is to start before you are ready and to be disciplined. I have found myself caught in the mental loop of waiting for the perfect moment to start a project, learn a new program, or any task. Read more>> 

Shanice Abdul-Saboor

I believe my success comes from my hard work, determination, and most importantly my delusion. I had a vision and went for it no matter how many times I heard that it wouldn’t work. Read more>>

Shiketa Morgan

I believe that it takes Determination, A mindset to Grow as a leader and Faith. In 1998, I felt led to leave a career as a medical assistant I trusted my instinct and followed God’s plan for my life. Read more>>

Zeinab Kahera

To achieve success, it’s imperative to define what success means to you personally. This not only provides clarity but also makes the journey less daunting, as you’re operating on your own terms. Read more>>

Elana Garfield

Starting my own business was not the plan when I began baking sourdough 4 years ago. I was working a very demanding and full time job as a school administrator. Read more>>

Shannon Crosby

My husband and I recently had a conversation about what it takes to be successful, and how you will get such varying answers and advice from different people you ask. Read more>>

Ayoola Olagunju

Growing up, most Nigerians believed that you cant make a living off of animation or art in general, so I and most of my friends / classmates from secondary school decided to study law, Read more>>

Vincent Ayd

First and most important is PASSION. If you are passionate about your endeavor, success will follow. I have always really enjoyed the all aspects of the retail hardware business, the customers, my fellow associates, and the daily variety of challenges. Read more>>

Vanessa Moxley

Success is about commitment and dedication. It’s about never saying never, always pushing forward even when faced with challenges. It’s knowing that there’s always more you can do, always room for improvement. Read more>>