There’s a ton of research around how setting habits can help us conserve energy because it reduces the number of decisions we have to make in a day. However, not all habits are created equal and so we’ve asked our community to tell us about the habits they have been most effective for them.

Luis Maroto, Esq. | Lawyer

I believe unequivocally that the reason I am where I am today is the result of constantly pushing myself to step outside of my comfort zone. When you step outside of your comfort zone you begin to learn things about yourself that you may not have otherwise known. Outside of your comfort zone is where true growth happens. I wanted to be a Lawyer since I was about ten because I wanted to make a difference. I wanted to be the voice for those who felt they did not otherwise have one. Unfortunately, one of my biggest fears has always been public speaking (how Ironic). I was the student who got nauseous before his class presentations. So, what did I do? I took speech classes in school. Read more>>

Andrea Cardenas | Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner – Foreign Medical Doctor

Success goes handy with the ability to adapt to changes and the openness to learn and the consistency in the process. Being intentional on making a difference, taking actions and vulnerable to corrections. All of these, with the most important ingredient: Faith. Read more>>

Pooja Uberoi | Dancer and entrepreneur

I have always been ambitious as a child and a go getter. I am huge on making plans, setting goals and achieving them no matter what. After trying my hand at various professions such as Banking, Architecture, Customer services and Sales I decided to follow my passion and chose Dance and there has been no looking back ever since. I realized early in life both personally and professionally that working from a space of love and passion can make life very fulfilling and happy. Since then I have followed my heart and no matter how tough it was to follow this path I kept my mission, vision and goals in mind and keep facing every challenge. Read more>>

Rick Lopez | Radio/Club/Travel DJ & Audio/Video Engineer

I believe that the most important factor behind my personal success is consistency and respect. I’ve learned at a very young age treat everyone with the same respect. You never know who you are talking to So greet the janitor with the same respect at the CEO. Very important and it has take me places I never would’ve imagined. Read more>>

Nelly Toledo | Curvy Fashion and Beauty Blogger

The success of my brand and truly the most important factor behind my brand definitely comes from staying authentically me. I have built a community of women who can relate to me and the struggles that comes with being a plus size women who loves fashion and beauty. I keep it 100% with my audience and I truly think they appreciate it. I don’t try to be like anyone else, and I believe that sets me apart. Read more>>

Carlos Melia | Luxury Travel Curator & Concierge

Three main and key factors that have allowed me, not only to establish my business and build my clientele/audience, but also redefine my business model. (A). Knowledge by Experience The first question all my clients ask is ” Have you been ? ” and my answer is YES either personally or by someone in my close circle of travel professionals/suppliers. My clients know that I spend lots of time curating and researching first hand, traveling the world on my own time and expense, to experience services, locations and suppliers personally, one destination at the time. Read more>>