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.

Jessica Nelson | Small Business Owner

I feel that passion is the heart of my brand’s success. From the beginning, my love for plants, particularly succulents, fueled my journey, which organically evolved into a business. Passion also helps me maintain my creativity and enables me to endure hard tasks or things that may be boring or dull. Read more>>

Elektra Fike-Data | Executive Director

The most critical factor behind the success of Tree San Diego lies in the collective determination and optimism of our team and program partners. Our success is intertwined, with each member inspiring and supporting one another through the complexities of our industry. It’s this shared fire, this unwavering determination to push forward and create positive change, that propels us. Even on the toughest days, we show up, finding positivity in every situation. Read more>> 

Sara Fashandi | Author of Message in a Matchbox

Embrace Failure as a Learning Opportunity: Rather than seeing rejection as a reflection of your worth or abilities, Analyze what went wrong, identify areas for improvement, and use the experience to become better. Success often requires perseverance in the face of rejection. Keep pushing forward, stay committed to your goals, and use rejection as fuel to propel yourself closer to success. Read more>>