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.

Erika Kelley | Army Veteran, Leadership Mentor & Coach

Overall, showing up for my team, the brand, and myself. In addition, Committing to a positive mindset, surrounding myself with positive and mutually beneficial people, intentionally building connections with people that have experience in the goals and dreams that I have for my life. Then giving back and sharing my intellectual property with others. Read more>>

Joshae Reena | Entrepreneur

I definitely Would say consistency helped me succeed and practice. I feel even if you are naturally skilled at something practicing will bring out so much more in you , that you didn’t even know you had. Read more>>

Jessica Browne | Plus Size Beauty Influencer & Content Creator

Taking action is one of the habits I feel helped me succeed. When I really want to accomplish something, I go for it, even if things are not in place. When I started this journey, I was unemployed, with very little money, and knew nothing about social media. But I just started anyway, learning along the way, working with my favorite brands, and meeting amazing people! Read more>>

Coach Sapphire Starr | Author & Financial Life Coach

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” ~Aristotle The habits that have helped me achieve success in business and life are Consistency, Determination, Audacity, and Hope! As early as 8 years old, I knew I was going to be “successful” in life. I did not know how, but I had this gut feeling there was more to this world than the poverty I witness all around me. The funny thing is I had no idea we lacked until I became an adult. But ignorance in that sense was bliss. I had hope and I held on to it as if my life depended on it. Read more>>