While it’s inspiring to read high level summaries of success stories, we think it’s just as important to learn about what drove the success and made it possible. We’ve asked some of the brightest folks we know to open up about what they believe was the most important factor behind their success.
Gianni Howell
I believe the most important factor behind my success is the networking I’ve cultivated throughout my dance career. Starting as a professional dancer at the age of 12, I dedicated myself to perfecting my performance quality, athleticism, and building meaningful connections. This journey ultimately led me to earn a BFA in Dance and work as a performer in the Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil for seven incredible years. Read more>>
Alexxis Grant
The most important factor behind success is other people. Others will drive your success further then you could ever do alone. The biggest blessing is finding people who will be your support team, your sales force, and your fan base because they will drive you to be your best. No one has become a success or achieved anything with out the support of someone else. Read more>>
Sheree Hartwell | Owner/Director – Ford/Robert Black Agency
I think that the most important factor to the success of Ford/Robert Black is all of the incredible people that are part of our team inclusive of agents, models, actors, artists, photographers, influencers, etc. We are so lucky to be able to hand-select everyone we sign. We know that not only are we going to represent them as talent but they will also be a great representative of our brand when interacting with our clients. They are an extension of us! Read more>>
Laurel Roach | Passionate Fitness Entrepreneur
The most important factor behind my success is not one thing, but a contribution of a few things. Work ethic, resilience, leadership, and the desire to learn & grow. These are the areas that I am constantly assessing my performance in, and being really honest with where I’m doing OK, and where I suck. Read more>>
Kristyn Carmichael | Owner, Professional Mediator, Attorney, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
identifying the largest complaints clients have when dealing with family law professionals generally. Our success has been in building trust with our clients in offering a service like no other. Mediation services already offer a unique option for a divorce or premarital (prenup) process in the following ways: 1) timeline is shorter than litigation or working with individual attorneys (decreasing a divorce, for example, from 8 months to over a year in litigation to approximately 2-4 months in mediation); Read more>>
Anita Mcleod | Wedding, Boudoir and Landscape Photographer
The most important factor behind my success isn’t just one thing—it’s a combination of deep support, dedicated learning, and genuine connections. I truly couldn’t have achieved what I have without my husband, who has been my rock throughout this journey. He’s not only my biggest cheerleader, always encouraging me to push further, but he also takes on the business challenges and ensures I’m equipped with the best tools to do my job at the highest level. His belief in me has been a driving force behind every step I take. Read more>>
Jeramy Purley | Entrepreneur
I launched my business in 2013, all alone. It was hard work and consistency that enabled me to achieve so much that people thought I had a team. Now I’m stronger, my story is better, and I’ve gained many new skills. I’m proud I didn’t give up. Read more>>
Chef Danilo Suarez | The Medicated Chef: Cannabis Chef & Influencer
Hello my name is Chef Danilo Suarez
Aka The Medicated Chef. I created Medicated Chef to combine my love for food and cannabis. What better way to showcase my talents and entertain with my personality. Food is a way to connect with so many people, but when you and some laughs and good vibes that is where Medicated Chef was born.
I realized Medicated Chef is not one person but a people. There are Medicated Chefs everywhere and that’s my goal is to make Medicated Chefs available to as many places as possible. Read more>>