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

Ellen Monocroussos | Pet Sitter

My attention to detail, and my attentiveness to my clients’ needs. Pet care is a business in which you need to create trust between you and the pet parent. They’re handing over care of their loved one, a member of their family, to a person and a company they often don’t know. They need to feel that their needs, as well as the needs of their pet, are being met at all times. I feel this is one of our strengths as a company and has directly led to our success. Read more>>

Apryle Dalmacio | Musician & First Home Buyer

The most important factor behind my success is believing in myself. Being an Artist is more challenging than others may think. Art is a personal trait. It is you. It is how you express yourself, and when you put your art (or yourself) into the world for others to see, you will be judged. You will be told by others to change who you are, that you shouldn’t play electric guitar, or that “You were horrible’, but you keep your head up and you move forward. Read more>>

Gina Orozco | San Diego Portrait Photographer

As a photographer, I get to talk to women of all ages and from all walks of life. My business is structured so that I can really connect with all of my clients. One thing that I’ve noticed, is that many women do not always feel beautiful, empowered, or seen. It’s my mission to change that. Read more>>

Dillon Campbell | Hot Springs Owner

I feel community is the reason we are here and continue to thrive. As we try to grow and change we always need to check back in, whether it’s with our network of current distributors, our staff or our patrons, we are always trying to take care of them so they take care of us. Read more>>