We asked the community what factors they felt were responsible for their success and we’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

April

I think a factor of behind the success with our business is the foundation on which it’s built on. Knowing why you’re doing what you’re doing. I wanted our foundation to be rooted in Jesus Christ. I want our coffee cart to not only serve delicious quality coffee but also radiant love, kindness and joy through our customer service. Life is hard as it is but if we can brighten someone’s day with the love of Jesus and coffee, then it’s totally worth it. I think that’s what people really like about our business, the overall experience! Read More>>

Ken Dow

Persistence is the most important factor in ultimately getting the gigs you want. Sometimes, you’re not ready for that gig, in which case persisting allows you to develop your skills to the point where you are. Sometimes, it takes a while for word of your abilities to spread to the right people. Read More>>

Aubrey Beckman

I personally believe the most important factor behind my success is passion! Finding something I was incredibly passionate about at such a young age, has lead me to constantly pursue the job I always dreamed of! Read More>>

Rufeda Ali

If you had told me years ago that sharing my experiences online would lead to speaking engagements, job offers without applying, and opportunities I never imagined, I wouldn’t have believed you.

But here’s what I’ve learned: Opportunities don’t come from waiting. They come from being seen. And when I didn’t see opportunities, I created them. Read More>>

María Carolina Larrea

I think the most important thing has been perseverance with a good dose of passion for the artistic work that I do. My goal has not been and continues to be success, but rather to always improve my quality of work, the preservation and philosophy of doing and extracting the beauty of each of the materials I work with.
I think another factor to take into account is that when I work in my workshop, I feel happy, and I feel that it is the place where I have to be. Read More>>