Hardwork? Luck? Good habits? What would you say is behind your success? We’ve shared some thoughtful responses below.

Marissa Alperin | Jewelry Designer & Fiber Artist

I create everything that comes out of my shop and feel personally invested in each piece of jewelry and art. I want my clients to leave happy, to feel happy with what we designed and created together. I’ve made amazing friendships through my space and truly love what I do and how it brings joy into other peoples lives. It’s a great feeling to truly love what you do. To make a living loving your “job” has been a dream come true. I wish this type of success on each of my children when they begin their careers. Read more>>

Ilya Levin | Professional Dog Trainer

While there are many factors that impact whether my business will flourish or fail, I believe that the leading cause of its success is my passion for the dogs. Seeing their behavior change while creating incredibly strong bonds with their owners has always been what motivates me. I feel that this, among other aspects, is what will make me succeed in this industry. Read more>>

Nicole Lewis-Keeber MSW LCSW | Business Therapist| Author| Dare to Lead TM Facilitator| Speaker

As a therapist that transitioned to a coaching practice, I learned that it would benefit no one if I ignored my clinical training. I started my business offering money mindset coaching, but it became clear to me during my work with clients that they were not struggling with a mindset issue. They were in fact dealing with money trauma as well as trauma’s impact on their business. The most important thing that I did was to ignore the advice to NOT use the word trauma in my work or marketing. My feeling was that we must call a thing a thing or this will not work. So I did. Read more>>

Cristiane Da Silva | Lawyer Referral Service – Assists Immigrant Community

Stay focused on the goal. Success takes time, takes patience and takes dedication and consistency. Success does not come overnight, success is a marathon race you need to practice everyday, study your competitor, and never look back, when you learn it you are ready to grow, success is be confident on what you do. People trusts people who are confident on their tasks. The most important secret is: Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Read more>>

Monique Hayes | Partner: DGIM Law, PLLC & Founder: Estates Made Easy

I would have to say that the most important factor in any measure of success I have achieved to date is my faith and alignment. Success is truly a journey, full of both opportunities and obstacles. My passion for the law and pursuit of excellence have certainly helped, but it is my faith and alignment that has kept me grounded during the peaks and valleys of my journey. I have also had the benefit of mentors willing to invest in my personal and professional development. Read more>>

Tracey Eisler | Founder, Baker & Creative Dessert Enthusiast

As a child I frequented the Pocono Mountains on vacation. I was born in Philadelphia and our main family vacation was a week in the mountains, so our visits were a key component of my childhood. My family and I made so many wonderful memories together while visiting, and many of these memories were built around the local businesses we visited on our trips. Read more>>