We asked some of the city’s rising stars about why they think they have been so successful and we’ve shared their responses below.

Brian Loeffler | Landscape and Wildlife Photographer

There are a number of habits that have helped me move forward with my business but the two habits that really set me up for success are Transparency and Customer service. I did have some issues with my printer during the Christmas season where he was really backed up with business, and I was in jeopardy of not meeting the delivery dates I promised my customers. I immediately switched printers, I mentioned to my customers where they can expect the deliveries from, and they really appreciated how transparent and upfront I was given the circumstances. Read more>>

Jamie Yost | Mindful Bodywork

While in Massage Therapy school in 2003, I learned business skills and application tools that served to mold me into a successful entrepreneur. Although, little prepared me for certain challenges like how to manage a longterm high volume customer base while safeguarding my body against injury. This is the primary reason that I took up Ashiatsu as a new modality. Ashiatsu is a gravity assisted deep tissue barefoot technique that delivers comfortable, broad pressure to the muscles. Read more>>

Beverely Elliott | Executive Director of the African American Museum of Southern Arizona – AAMSAZ

Following through and completing tasks. Read more>>

Gabi Gonzalez | Petite model

The most important habit that has been instilled in me is time management. I have never been late for any commitment due to this. I am always 15 minutes early and have a very good reputation for being someone people can rely on. Read more>>

Ruben Hernandez | Barber

Consistency with everything that pertains to the business. Being on time, friendly and treating everyone the same. Whether you’re a client of 10+ years or a new guy trying us out for the first time. You will be treated exactly the same, every single time. Read more>>

Mike Gaines | The Positive Gaines Podcast & Author

Some habits that have helped me succeed would be, being punctual, patience, and paying attention to detail. Read more>>

Carrie Green-Zinn | Travel Blogger

My organizational skills are key to my success. I’m juggling many things at once and if I don’t keep an organized list of what to do next, I get completely overwhelmed and lose all productivity. Travel blogging is not just about the travel and the writing and the editing of photos. It involves SEO and marketing techniques that require a lot of time and effort and involve a huge learning curve for me. So I have to be really organized and patient with myself. Read more>>

Omaima Doghmi | Influencer & YouTube Vlogger

Great question! There are several habits that I believe have helped me succeed as an influencer on social media: Consistency: Consistently creating and posting content is key to building an engaged following. My followers know that they can expect new content from me on a regular basis, and this helps to keep them coming back for more. Read more>>

Tiffany Myles | Notary | Advocate | Wedding Officiant | Apostille Agent | Author

The habits that have helped me succeed are : Organization Continuing Education Attention to Detail Professionalism Building Relationships Effective Communication Read more>>