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.

Michael Duke | Wedding DJ

I always tell the couples that I work with that my business lies on three pillars. The first pilar is responsiveness. Your wedding day is among the most important days of your life. It is my goal to make sure the couples I work with know that I am treating it with as much importance as they are. Emails and texts are replied to almost instantly in most cases. In all cases, I provide a response within 24 hours. Read more>>

Noel Rodriguez | Owner and Founder

The most important factor behind our business and really our overall success is family! We take pride in being family owned and operated. When you come to our food truck you will be greeted by either my oldest son or husband. If you take a look inside you will see me cooking and probably dancing! Read more>>

Matthew Hoffman | Public Artist

To me, it’s about the mission. If you believe in what you’re doing, nothing else matters. All the bumps in the road, or the mountains you have to climb don’t stand a chance. If you truly believe in your “why”, it gives you the courage and determination to always keep going. We believe that sharing positive messages with the world is truly making a difference. Knowing this & celebrating this makes the lows not so low, and the highs incredible. Read more>>

Anthony Sanchez | Artist & Inventor

“Th3 am hustler” is a nickname I’ve given myself for waking up at 3am everyday since 2020. This has single handedly been the most important component of my artistry, business, and personal growth. Read more>>

Alexandria Carroll | The Alien Lady

I’ve learned so much on my journey, especially the importance of failure, taking constructive criticism, and having the freedom to create. Failing has made me realize I can’t do everything right, but that doesn’t mean I can’t learn from it and move onto something else. Having creative freedom allows me to make things that make me truly happy, which adds passion and authenticity to my work – no matter what it is! It’s so fulfilling to do something that you love; that’s what resonates with others. Read more>>

Adele L | Photographer

What is the most important factor behind my success? What a way to make a girl think on her feet. haha. I would say the most important factor in being a Photographer (at least for me) is that I did it ON MY OWN. I had a passion that i just happened to be good at and I decided one day to quit my 8-5 and just go for it. I took the leap with $300 in my pocket and the rest is history. I have never taken out a loan, I have never asked for help, and I have NEVER looked back. For anyone that has a passion, just go for it. Be successful just for YOURSELF. Don’t let anyone stand in your way. Read more>>

Emmalee Lunt | Event Coordinator & Wedding Planner

My family has always lived by the motto “work hard, play hard.” With having an upbringing already involved with the hospitality industry since I was a child, and started working at a very young age- I learned the value of a dollar and the important skill-set of hard work which has helped me progression and success of Euphoria HSLA at such an earlier age. Read more>>