There are so many factors that can play a role in determining our results, performance and ultimately our success, but some factors matter more than others. We asked folks what they felt was the most important factor driving their success.

Ryan Foley | Digital Artist and Print Maker

As an artist, the lines between what constitutes my work as passion and/or business are a bit blurred. I’ve found that as I evolve my ability to create images of what I love and enjoy, and satisfy my own desire of filling my own home and space with said images, there’s a coinciding urge to share that outcome with others. Read more>>

Kait Simek | Founder, SUN/SET Brand Activations

One of the biggest success factors behind SUN/SET Brand Activations (@yourlocalsunset) is seeking alignment over seeking financial security. In my opinion, building a true empire is 1% vision and 99% alignment. For a vision to really work, it needs to speak to you, to light a fire beneath you, to be something you’re psyched about. Read more>>

Tammy Zelez | Tammy Zelez Photography/ Branding and Senior Photographer

The most important factor behind the success of Tammy Zelez Photography brand is the feeling I can give to my clients. It can be very intimidating to be in front of the camera, especially if you are not used to being there. It doesn’t matter how old you are, either. My job is to bring that level of comfort that should be expected from my clients and then exceed that expectation. Read more>>

Sheila Millette | Owner & Event Coordinator

Truly caring about my couples and surrounding myself with like minded vendors. My couples aren’t just names, I get to know them personally and take it very seriously that their wedding day is what they always dreamed of. Never make the dream all about profit. Read more>>

Kelsey Vendetti | Entrepreneur & Real Estate Investor

Perseverance – I’ve always found a way to get through challenges despite the difficulty. Read more>>

Barry Kluger | Former Retired senior executive at USA Networks, MTV Networks, Prodigy and owner of my own pr consulting firm for 20 years

My success with many of the world’s iconic brands comes from different directions. As a senior executive, I understood office politics but I never got political. Another trait that help me navigate the media and entertainment industry was always speaking the truth, even if it was difficult for others to hear at times. Read more>>