We asked some brilliant folks from the community to tell us about the most important lesson their business or career has taught them. We’ve shared some of those responses below.

Kim Wang | Quality Engineer & Business Owner (Hospitality, Food & Beverage)

I have learned so many things from the things I do and generally they are all in a very positive way. Growing up in a small town in Malaysia, I was inspired by my dad to think outside the box and the sacrifices my mom made for our family. I have always been impressed by the opportunity presented to my aunt and how her astute wisdom helped her in terms of social mobility and towards self-independence. Read more>>

Lindsey Young | Creator/Founder of OM in the Hills, Yoga Instructor, Sound Healer

Yoga is so much more than a physical practice. We can take the lessons we learn on our yoga mat everywhere we go. Many people start their yoga journey looking to exercise, but it is a practice of the mind, body, and spirit. Every single person is capable of healing and transformation. It all comes from within. Read more>>

Arielle DeSoucey | Wine Director & Educator

The most important lesson I’ve learned by working in the wine business is to stay humble. There are literally thousands of grape growers, winemakers, grape varieties and styles of wine that there is always something for me to learn. Over the years, I have taken a few wine certification programs to increase my personal awareness of market trends, evolving wine styles, and to augment my own wine acumen, yet I never want to appear as if I know everything. Read more>>