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.

Yasmine Isaya | Fashion Stylist, Art director, Model, Writer, Podcaster

I think the most important factor in my success is just staying completely truthful in my craft, Doing something that I genuinely love (styling and art direction) and always having my work be a visual representation of my truth and my person, whether that be in my styling, my art direction, my writing or the podcast. Read more>>

Liz Borom | Dance Educator & Choreographer

Authenticity has been key throughout my career. The dance industry is very competitive and is very ego driven so it is easy to get caught up in thinking that you need to conform or be a certain way to be successful. I have always tried to just be myself, teach what is in my heart, share my stories and knowledge, and lead with passion. Read more>>

Gavin Crusoe | Photographer & Videographer

Consistency is really the main factor, as well my style of shoot. I say those two because consistency was the thing that was setting me apart of a lot of upcoming shooters, Id do a photoshoot and the client would have their photos all edited back with 2/3 hours. Read more>>

Myles Pearson | DJ / Host

The most important fact behind my success and the success of my brand is that I am a genuine person who truly loves the essence of entertaining. When I look at a gig coming up, or an event I am about to do I always put the customer first and want to provide a night unlike any other. Read more>>

Lauren Marturano | Founder & CEO

Nothing happens in a silo. My career successes have been made possible by the incredible mentors and advocates that I have gained along the way. I am a strong believer that you can learn something from every person that you meet, and as such, my success has been largely driven by the power of my community. Read more>>

Devon Granata | Licensed Esthetician & Salon Owner

I find that what clients appreciate most about me is my honesty, education, and focus on effective solutions. Creating a space where I am in complete control of the products and treatments provided allows me a freedom to customize each service to best suit each client. Every person who walks through my door presents a unique history, and safely meeting their goals is my key objective. Read more>>

Courtney & Morgan Kalosis | MKay Style | Online Gift Shop For Girls, Tweens, Teens, & Women

The most important factor behind our success/the success of MKay Style is that you do not need to be perfect or know everything before starting a business. We are a mom and daughter team with a full life outside of MKay Style and we have organically let things fall into place. Read more>>

Nicole Freeman-Kirkland | The Profit-ista – Certified Public Accountant and Business Coach

Working in the business arena, I have found that people relate and associate with you when you are authentic and prove to be knowledable in your area of expertise. I learned very early not to feed in to the “persona” of looking successful, but determined my own measure of success and live by that. Read more>>

Veronica Carter | Luxury Romance & Wellness Travel Designer

Having Joy & Passion for what I do. Read more>>

Brionna Young | Glueless Wigmake

Honestly GOD he is the reason I’m still standing through so many trails and tribulations so many losses which turned into lessons god helped me get this far letting me know what’s for me is for me blessing me with a tel T I love so much he is the #1 factor of my success Read more>>

Joanna Fuller-Crawford | Founder and CEO of Perfect Care Nursing

I credit the success of my brand to the quality of care we provide our clients. As a registered nurse with over 20 years in the industry, I know that the most important thing we can provide is qualified and compassionate caregivers. We take pride in our team. Read more>>

Tanisha Bowman | The Dream ManifestHER

My most important factor behind my brand is reminding women that You Still CAN. BrokeCan was created from a broken place. Like many women, I’ve been hurt. Growing up in the city of Detroit with my mom on drugs wasn’t easy. My life was complicated but God still had a plan for my life and because of his plan, I was able to turn my pain into purpose. Read more>>

Donta Henson | CEO & Co-founder

The short answer is perseverance. Building a successful business from the ground up is a marathon rather than a sprint. It takes time to learn the ins and outs of your industry, raise the needed funding, assemble your team, and grow your business. Undoubtedly there will be hurdles to accomplishing each of these things, and if you don’t persist and persevere, you’re guaranteed failure. Read more>>

LaToya Jones | CEO/Founder of R3b3llious Nail LLC. and Published Afro-Dominican Model

Hey Babes I’m That R3b3l Chix Toya, CEO/Founder of R3b3llious Nails LLC. R3b3llious Nails LLC. is more than just a business, it’s a lifestyle. Who wouldn’t want to be one, right? R3b3ls add excitement, color, personality and vivacity to the community. Read more>>

Stacey Lee | Model, Fitness Coach/Yoga Instructor, and Actress

The most important factor behind my success is my drive, and ability to market myself without being in the room. I’ve had the opportunity to work with so many people based on my work ethic, and being spoken highly of by others that have had the chance to work with me. Read more>>