We regularly ask our interviewees what makes them happy because at the end of the day, what else really matters? We’ve highlighted some of the responses below.

Noly Tengonciang | President of the Happy Hour Golf Club

Well, aside from being with my wife and kids for obvious reasons…being able to provide something to others that brings them fun, excitement, and joy. I feel like people often forget to have fun. It’s often looked at as a frivolous thing. But having fun and enjoying life is super important. Most of us are constantly inundated with the responsibilities of our jobs, taking care of family, paying bills, etc. that we forget to make time to enjoy our lives. But we need fun. Read more>>

OnlyJohn

Being alive makes me happy. Appreciating the new day. Seeing what happens when I begin a new piece of work. Gardening. Hiking and searching for the elusive Morel mushrooms. Earthing. Birdsongs. Playing the guitar. Writing songs or poems. Cicadas are my very favorite nature sound. Cooking. Experiencing the endless miracles—air, fresh water, fire, planets orbiting in perfect sync! Feeling the love that emanates from me into the world when I happily do what is put in front of me each day. Read more>>

Aneri Desai | Career Coach for Immigrants

I immigrated to the United States to attend business school with hopes and dreams but soon landed in toxic arranged marriage. One day I finally found the courage to walk out but I had nowhere to go. I felt emotionally and financially dependent on others. That day I promised myself that I would find my voice, build my identity and do everything in my power to create opportunities for other immigrant women to be financially independent. My job search journey was challenging. I received over 270 rejections before I landed my first corporate job. Read more>>