Hardwork? Luck? Good habits? What would you say is behind your success? We’ve shared some thoughtful responses below.

John Rich | Head Instructor at Premier Martial Arts Gilbert, AZ

I think the most important factor regarding my successes ultimately comes down to communication. Without good communication I’ve seen the wheels fall off of the bus pretty quickly in both business and relationships (and good business is based in good relationships). Read more>>

Alexis Kenney | Owner & aesthetic nurse specialist of Classy Contouring

The single most important factor behind the success of Classy Contouring Med Spa is in one sentence. Beauty is confidence. There are many brands that make many promises but our goal is to deliver confidence to each of our clients. What this does is create pockets of confidence over the course of their treatments with us. When they look good they feel good and that healthy confidence is attractive and beautiful. Read more>>

Josh Whiteley | Vedic astrologer & Ayurvedic medicine practitioner

I started my own business as an extension of my deep love for the Vedic sciences. Vedic astrology and Ayurvedic medicine became staple parts of my day to day life from a young age and have continued to inform who I am up to this point. Sharing these ancient sciences and the many gifts they provide became a natural progression in turning the things that I love into a way to also meet my financial needs and do the work that brings me joy. Read more>>

Kristen Wood | Cookbook author, photographer, writer, recipe developer and creator of several websites

For me, success has come from a place of believing in myself and persevering no matter what. I think believing something is entirely in the realm of possibility is a large part of success, as well as some diligence and the ability to learn from setbacks along the way. Never give up! Only continue to learn, grow and push forward. Little by little, progress will be made. Read more>>

James Dale Jr. | Record Label Owner & Artist at Stratland Entertainment

I would say it’s a few key factors… It takes gratitude, positivity, faith and belief in yourself, confidence, patience, consistency, persistence and always a willingness to learn and grow. All these factors combined and there is no doubt you can be successful in anything you want. Read more>>

TRHibe aka The Runaway Hamsters | Artists//Band//Music Makers

“We love playing and creating music. It would be amazing to make a living at it and be able to stay connected through our music. Even now we have diverse interests in life, but when we get together singing – that part feels exactly the same. Performing at the Grand Ole Opry or the mother church (Ryman Auditorium) would be icing on the cake!” Read more>>

Spyder Jones | Comedian

The most important factor behind my success is telling myself that I’m not done. That there’s more to do, comma and that I can never stop or become comfortable comfortable in whatever position I’m at. Read more>>

Tabathia Smith | Wife, Mom and Laser Artist

Tenacity. I have dedicated myself to my craft for over 7 years now. I have nurtured, practiced and failed many times but no matter what, I always have always persisted and pushed through. Read more>>

Jay Johal | Artist

The most important factor behind my success is to TRUST MYSELF. There’s been countless times where my vision was blinded because of the simple “art” of comparison. The minute I look anywhere else besides what I’m doing is when I notice that I’m the most stuck and unhappy. Read more>>

Kendra Santucci | Marketing Expert & Videographer – Owner of Desert Sun Video

I believe the most important factor behind the success of my brand is my strength of connecting with people. My whole life I have been labeled as a “people person.” Even in grade school, I would have to be moved seats because I “talked too much.” Well, I have turned that into a positive and believe connecting with others has moved my brand forward. Read more>>