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.

Jessica Berger | Sound & Energy Healer

Staying positive and persevering! Entrepreneurship can be a lonely road with a lot of uncertainty and one of the most important things is to watch the way I talk to myself. When I catch myself with negative self-talk, I have to immediately reframe the thought to something more positive and encouraging. Read more>>

Vasu Nauhria | Record Producer & Beatmaker

I think the most important thing is Consistency. If you are Consistent and focused on your work, no one can stop you reaching to your goals. I’m always focused and I don’t let anything to distract me. In this Industry, there is a lot of competition. One should apply all the possible strategies to grow differently. Remember Rare are Multiples but Unique is Only one. Read more>>

Nicole González Malavé | Makeup Artist

I would have to say my authenticity.. Everywhere I go, any job I do and even the people I meet receive my best and truest energy. I believe that growing within you’re own beliefs and aspirations can help you focus on your main goal. Read more>>

Randy Egues | Competitive Cyclist & Construction Manager

I believe that the most important factors in my success at any level is a product of my stubborn determination and my unwillingness to quit. I enjoy the challenge of pushing my mental and physical limits; it’s exhilarating to take that additional pedal stroke towards your goal, when you feel like you have nothing left to give. Read more>>

Chloe Laine | Business Owner and Character Performer

As someone who grew up lucky enough to experience the magic of visiting the Orlando theme parks, I knew when I created my own company that I wanted what we provide to be the real deal. From our characters to our customer service, I wanted our clients to walk away with magical memories of an enchanting, and hassle free experience. Read more>>

Shamika Burwell | Broker, Realtor, Advisor

The most important factor behind my success and the success of my brand is, I am not a transactional real estate agent, I am a relational real estate agent. I treat all of my clients like family because truly, we spend a lot of time together and talking throughout their home buying or selling experience. Read more>>

Yaadcore | Artist/Entrepreneur

The most important factor behind my success is Rastafari which is a spiritual calling and staying true myself. The Success of my brand is still a growing tree but it has allowed me to travel all over the world and being a spiritual inspiration to everyone who encounters my creative work. Read more>>

Natalia Pazos | Attorney & Real Estate Advisor

The most important factor behind my success is three fold: (1) my devotion, trust and connection to God; (2) the people I surround myself with, my support system and inner circle (my boyfriend, my mentors, family and friends); and (3) the enjoyment and passion for the work I do and service I provide. Read more>>

Narella Andia | Baker & Entrepreneur

I believe that the key factors that helped me in building a successful business and brand were to keep it simple and unique. We use traditional recipes that we’ve created since we moved to the United States from Peru 12 years ago. Read more>>

Stephanie Shojaee | President of Shoma Group

The most important factor behind my success is persistence and dedication. As a female working in a male-dominated industry, I have found that I am constantly having to prove myself among my male counterparts, and that nothing makes more of an impact than to prove people wrong through hard work and persistence. Read more>>

Kim Boxer | President of Breezo

When it comes to the motor yacht charter industry, you’ll find that there’s so much that goes on behind the scenes to make sure charters go well. For us, we have to credit trust & transparency as the key factor that drives our success. Read more>>