24 hours in a day, 168 hours in a week. Junior investment bankers regularly work 80-90 hours a week. Many other high profile professions require the same level of commitment. Often those on the outside claim that working 80-90 hours a week is bad/wrong/terrible/silly/etc but we’ve spoken with so many folks who say working that much has been the best decision of their life – it allowed them to develop a deep and strong skill set far faster than would have been possible otherwise. In other words, by working 2x the hours, they were able to generate 5x or more the rewards. And depending on where you are in your career, investing heavily in your skills and competence can pay dividends for a long time.

OLIVER LASTNAME | Musician / Director + Founder, FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE PEOPLE

I believe the most important factor about my success as an artist and creator of YFLNM, a weekly radio show designed to make personal development social through entertainment and conversation is our consistency. We have a path, we know our oath and we’re moving in that direction as we service people that look and sound like us in cities around the world. Read more>>

Nuttamon Meow” Ponkaew | Your next door realtor!”

I believe I am successful because I love what I do. It might sound cliché, but it truly is the reason. I can confidently say this because I used to work as a physician. I made decent money and earned respect from society, but I was so unhappy that I would often find myself in tears before heading to work. I envied those who truly loved their professions. Frankly, I never believed such a thing was possible for me, at least not before turning 60. Then, an opportunity arose for me to work as a realtor, and it was a life-changing experience. I found myself doing things I had never imagined doing before, pushing far beyond my comfort zone. I had to improve numerous skills such as interpersonal communication, creativity, marketing, networking, organizing, and even driving constantly! However, I cherished every moment of it. Read more>>

Kailey Agpaoa | Actor, Vocalist Performing Artist

I think back at all the times that I was told I couldn’t make it professionally as an artist and I know for sure that there have been four things that have never failed me: a love and respect for the craft, spite, grit, and an unwavering belief in myself. I wouldn’t have been doing this for as long as I have if I didn’t have all for of these things, but I can definitely pin down the most important element. This past year has been a tremendous year of growth and self-reflection for me as an artist, as I’ve been preparing to audition for grad school. I’ve been really doing my best to step out of my comfort zone by taking opportunities that would’ve really terrified me a year ago, pushing myself in my actors training, doing more professional theatre, and staying focused and intentional about the work I’m doing. Read more>>