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.

Nelson Onyeji | Atlanta Photographer

Being successful starts with having a great vision. It’s about being inspired to do great work. It’s about commitment and seeing the process through. It’s about have an end goal, and setting another one. The most important factor behind my success is the rapport I’ve developed with my clients and the ability to bring their vision to life. Read more>>

Rashod Harris | I help creatives & businesses grow using content / social media

Hmmm, that’s a great question.  I believe the most important factor behind the success of my brand would have to be the sheer fact that I have a craving to be successful. Read more>>

Amna Khan | I am a full time mental health clinical therapist and a full time content creator

Behind any success is a lot of Hard work. Success is not handed or is by any luck. The simple formula to any successful story is a lot of discipline and hard work. When I started my creative journey I had to balance a lot of things in life Read more>>

Asia Diamond | Executive Assistant, Assistant Artistic Director, Actress & Dancer.

For me, consistency has been the key to success. In my experience working in the entertainment industry for over 10 years, consistency is the key to getting results. The results will not appear overnight. I know for me it didn’t- however some are lucky enough to experience the over night success. I’m not in the lucky group, and I’m fine with that. Read more>>

Sam Burchfield | Songwriter & Performing Artist

The most important factor behind the success I’ve had has been honesty and integrity. I think as an artist it is my mission to be a seeker of truth, to ask questions humbly and to write in a way that echoes the divinity of nature. Read more>>

Tia Lee | Program Manager & Fashion Designer

Authenticity. I was able to build a personal brand in big tech and the fashion industry through organic communication with my peers in both fields. Computer science is one of the most challenging fields to pursue, and receiving a degree in it was the toughest, yet most fulfilling, thing I’ve done in my life. Read more>>

Jin Tao | Illustrator

I am from China and have learned traditional Chinese painting since childhood. After long-term contact, art can touch people’s hearts. Drawing is the way I can best express myself. Becoming an illustrator is a good choice. Read more>>

LaToya Shambo | Founder, Speaker, Influencer Marketing Expert, & Small Business Advisor

The most important factors behind the success of my business and brand are: Commitment – I became committed to seeing it through. No matter how big, small, or tedious the task involved in building, I am committed to completing it. I am committed to my team, mission, personal development, and building the best company that outlives me. Read more>>

LaMeya Cobey | Eyelash Technician & Beauty Bar Owner

To me, the most important factor behind the success of my buisness is family. Family is everything to me and not only the amount of support but the love and wisdom that has been drilled into me. The success of Meyamynx my brand has been nothing but a journey and I wouldnt be as far as I am without them, my biggest supporters behind me. Read more>>

Artinka Teaira | Singer, Writer, & Lyricist

I think the most important factor behind my current success is that I’m humble and I am who I portray to be. I’m the artist that wants to take pictures with her supporters, I respond to EVERYONE as long as it’s not derogatory of course, I’m that artist that will have a full blown convo with you. Read more>>