TV, Movies, and culture in general sometimes paints a narrow, specific image of what success is, but we know from our conversations with some of the best and brightest that success can mean vastly different things to different people.

Khristian “KJ” Parker

As a 23 year old female musician and creative, success to me, is not defined solely by accomplishments, money, or recognition. It’s about remaining faithful to your purpose, growing through every season, and making a positive impact on others. I’ve learned that delayed does not mean denied and that challenges are often preparing you for something greater. Read more>>

Ahmez

By definition, success is generally defined as ‘the accomplishment of a desired goal or the attainment of wealth, position, or fame.’ I personally define success by inspiring other humans to reach their own goals by reaching mine. I find it more important than material goods. I believe in helping others attain their aspirations in return makes me the successful person I have grown to be. Read more>>

Scott Kasics

Success can be defined in all different ways. I define it in pursuing something that you truly enjoy. With acting i started at zero and i knew it was going to be a huge challenge. Thats why i pursued it cause the challenge and difficulty is what makes it fun and pushing you to be better and work harder. Read more>>

Ric Lewis

Success for me is walking away from any situation in life and knowing that you gave it your all. I guess a lot of people measure success with their finances, or awards, promotions, accolades. A lot of those things are very conditional and situational. For example, sometimes somebody else may receive a promotion simply because the boss likes the other person better for selfish reasons. Read more>>

Monica Mathis

Success, to me, isn’t measured by fame, followers, or how many projects I’ve booked. It’s about building a life that makes my son proud while pursuing the career I love. As a mom, success means being present. It means creating a stable, loving environment for my child, showing him what resilience looks like, and making sure he always knows he’s my greatest role. Read more>>