We asked some of the city’s rising stars to reflect on what made a difference in their journey. We asked them to tell us about what they think the most important factor has been behind their success.

TiQuintin Morrell | Boxing Coach and Fitness Instructor

Watching and helping people progress mentally. Helping someone improve their life for the long haul. It makes my spirit feel good and I’m addicted to that. Read more>>

Michael Fenster | Chiropractor & Entrepreneur

During Chiropractic School I was taught to take MASSIVE action, always going above and beyond what you think is necessary to succeed, and then LET GO of the results. The more you take massive action, the more likely you are to succeed but often times you won’t see the direct results. It can be more like “wax here, shine over there” Read more>>

Myles Phillips | Singer, Rapper, Producer, Engineer

The habits that helped me succeed was staying locked in and true to myself. My group and I want to make it somewhere and we know what we want. You can’t sit and lay down all day and expect everything to come to you. In my mind there are things that I want to get and accomplish and I know I won’t be able to get to that point If i’m just laying around. Stay locked in and stay focused! Make a clear point that you’re trying to reach and go for everything you already claimed. Read more>>

Seph Dot | Vibe music artist, Designer & Multimedia Artist

I feel as though staying true to myself has helped me succeed and move forward in my creativity. Through out life people will try to tell you the way to do things that may go against who you are, but what is not explained is that there is more than just 1 way to do things! I pride myself on being an unique individual with my own perspective but always staying open minded to knew possibilities. Read more>>