Through our work we have been constantly amazed at the incredible things people in every neighborhood are working on. What’s even more exciting is that they all have different stories, backgrounds, strengths and weaknesses. That there isn’t a single formula for success means that everyone can take their unique set of strengths and characteristics and turn it into a success story. We recently reached out to some folks we admire and asked them what characteristics they feel are responsible for their success.

Kirsten Ziegler | Equine Photographer

I think what I can attribute my success to is my involvement and commitment to the equestrian community. I build relationships and connections with my clients because I’ve been in their shoes. We’ve all shared struggles and success that comes with horse ownership, whether it’s battling a mystery lameness or winning a big class. Every shoot feels like I am working with a friend, and at the end of the day that leads to the best images! Read more>>

Deion Williams | Hip Hop Choreographer & Dancer

I would say the most important factor for the success of my career would be authenticity. Being authentic in my upbringing, style, wants, and needs. Learning how to truly love my passion for what it does for my soul and my mental. Read more>>

Whitney Illig | Massage Business Owner

Being able to be flexible and adapt the business as the needs of thr business, clients and staff change has been instrumental in our business being successful. I never set out to have a business on my own and never would have imagined it would have become what it has today. Being able to step back and look at where the business needs to go and putting my own ego and assumptions aside has been so important. It’s like you create something and step back and watch how it evolves and change directions as needed. I’m big on trying things and seeing how they work and scrapping plans and trying something else. Read more>>