There is a wealth of research that indicates that certain habits can help increase your productivity, creativity, and/or drive. So, we thought we’d reach out to respected members of our community and ask them what habits they feel helped them succeed.

Mack Woodward | 2x GRAMMY Certified Recording and Mix Engineer & Producer

Patience and persistence. I started out as an intern. At the time, my manager said “Give it 5 years”, meaning give it 5 years before people even started knowing my name. I’m thankful for that bit of advice, because it laid the foundation for my expectations – I could then just get to work. So that’s what I did. Read more>>

Kyriell Paris-Agafonov | Artist

Obsessing over small details. I get lost in very small details that I think the average person doesn’t notice. However, when a lot of small details are perfected the result ins astounding. Read more>>

Erica & Anna | Co-founders & Leather Bag Designers

Setting our goals and intentions for the week. Every Monday we do an exercise called the Monday Magic Method that our business coach put together. It has helped us accomplish the small goals, the enormous ones we thought we’d never get to, and everything else in between. Our brains work so differently so it’s helped the two of us focus on the same objectives. Read more>>

Priscilla Burrell | Chef, Entrepreneur & Management Consultant

The most important habit for my success is being a early bird. My morning routine has been essential to me starting on course and getting things done. Every day I wake at 5:30am I pray, read news articles and go for a morning walk or bike ride to reflect. These habits allow me to brainstorm ideas, research products, and create marketing strategies. Building a successful brand starts with consistency in your day to day habits because it shows focus and dedication which are keys to success. Read more>>