A host of factors, developments, and dynamics have made most industries more competitive than ever. As a result so many of us wonder whether there is still such a thing as work-life balance. We reached out to the community to hear perspectives on finding the right balance.

Nick Gimbel | SVP General Manager MRO

The key to my success is my deep passion for helping others reach their full potential. I discovered this early on by watching people grow and advance in their personal and professional lives. Seeing people reach their potential and grow as individuals or in their professions has always been a driving force for me. For instance, when I used to coach baseball, it was incredibly fulfilling to witness the kids improve over the season and excel in the skills I was teaching them. This passion for watching others succeed and helping them get there is at the core of what I do. Read more>>

Gabby Avalos | Professional Artist, Writer, and Speaker

The most important factor behind my success is a combination of my faith, and my belief that relationships heal us. My core statement for my art business is: I hope my art inspires you to love more, connect often, and pursue healing. My faith is at the very center of who I am and who I strive to be. God brought me into this passion and career of art. Not only did He orchestrate success in sales and many opportunities to share my art around the world as well as locally, but He also healed me first and foremost through my art. I believe that art is healing in both literal and metaphorical ways. Art has a way of bringing us closer to the divine. Read more>>

Jillian M Murphy | Sales Mentor

The most important factor and the success of my brand is a mix of 5 things An unwavering self belief in myself which is a muscle that is built over time Building an incredible community both online and offline Relationship Capital Investing in high level mentorship Knowing how to SELL Read more>>

Nick Gimbel | SVP General Manager MRO of Unical Aviation

The key to my success is my deep passion for helping others reach their full potential. I discovered this early on by watching people grow and advance in their personal and professional lives. Seeing people reach their potential and grow as individuals or in their professions has always been a driving force for me. For instance, when I used to coach baseball, it was incredibly fulfilling to witness the kids improve over the season and excel in the skills I was teaching them. This passion for watching others succeed and helping them get there is at the core of what I do. Read more>>

Travis Silva | Wedding Photographer / Videographer

My biggest success has to do with why I was created and my purpose in life. I believe God made me to love Him and to love others. Everything else stems from that. The more I follow God and read my bible, the more I see how to do this well. After I gave my life to Jesus Christ, how I do business totally changed; it is more about how I can bless people rather than what I can gain from them. This love shines into all my clients and gives them an experience that they won’t get from many other people. Read more>>

Marc Vetere | Owner and operator of Manzanita Landscaping Inc and Earthworks Landscape and Supply

Building and keeping great relationships with team members and clients. Read more>>

Scott & Beth Storace | Mortgage Maestro & Spark Strategist

Business has instilled in me the wisdom that success follows when one consistently adheres to the right principles—doing things ethically, prioritizing people, and engaging in the correct activities. Cutting corners is not a solution for long term success; the easy way out is rarely the answer, or else everyone would adopt it. Confronting challenges directly, rather than avoiding them, is essential, as problems tend to grow if left unaddressed over time. While delivering difficult news poses a challenge, I’ve learned that honesty is valued, and people appreciate sincere efforts, even if the outcome isn’t what they hoped for. Read more>>