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.

 Megan Schutz

The most important factor behind my success is letting numbers drive decision-making. Working in an industry where there is so much beauty, new ideas, fresh designs–it can be tempting to go with the trends and continuously switch things up. My background in business has provided a strong financial foundation. Read More>>

Jane Robles

The most important factor behind my success is putting God first. When I tried doing things on my own and relied on myself, it was a mess. I have started and quit so many things for various reasons. I have always been a determined person, but when it got tough I self sabotaged a lot. Read More>>

Paige Turner

Sometimes people use “X-Factor” or “Wow-Factor”, they will call it the lightning in the bottle, but all they really mean is some degree of originality.
The problem with businesses and people is that a majority of them just copy each other. It’s proven to be a legitimate tactic for some to study the work of what everyone else is doing, and just do exactly that, but then there’s no passion or drive behind it to set it apart from the competition. Standing out and especially going against what’s already popular is seen as a risk. Read More>>

Imogen Baxter

I think having a marketing background is invaluable for the event space as ticket sales are half the challenge. I’m also grateful to be based in a city like San Diego where enough people are hungry for art and culture but the space is not yet saturated. So if you do something interesting, the creative community really show up and support. I’ve seen this with my live music events and it’s been especially true for Design Expo, which was the first and is currently the only interior design trade show in the city, despite how rapidly the interior design industry is growing here. Read More>>