We asked the community what factors they felt were responsible for their success and we’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

Abigail Tankersley | Textile Artist

I think a super important factor behind what I personally see as success in my work is staying true to myself. I give my self the space to create what really want to, and I make sure to try every idea I have. I find that feeling successful artistically isn’t always about business, and it’s often more important to be proud of what you’ve created. Read more>>

K- Anthony | Singer/Songwriter

The most important factor behind my success is consistency. I am consistent in releasing quality music (lyrics, melody and vocals), ensuring quality production, music video and marketing. Read more>>

EJ King, MSMKT | | Marketing Strategist & Social Media Manager

There are two primary reasons I believe I’ve had the level of success I’ve attained in my life. The first, a relentless determination towards a clear goal. I have always pictured my ideal state — a place or position that I want to be and that would bring me a feeling of belonging and accomplishment. Read more>>

TahChon Mills | Artist, Author

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is knowing that I’m making a positive impact on my peers as well as others. Spreading the word of the importance of early childhood literacy is one of my superpowers. There’s several children come up to me asking when I will release my next book, when will I come to their school to read, or just to take a picture and let me know they appreciate me. And that means so much to me. Read more>>

Jouvens Jean | Chef/Soldier/Philanthropist

The most important factor behind my success is my Haitian heritage. The blood of my ancestors courses through my veins which gives me strength, resiliency and perseverance. Read more>>

Anthony Shackelford | Comedian SHACK DD

I’m unapologetically known for something very specific. I zero in on a very specific target audience with my marketing strategy. When you try to appeal to everyone, you water down your message. At the ALL BLACK COMEDY SHOW, we know our core audience is black women, which may sound surprising. But we cater and market directly to affluent black Atlantans. Read more>>

Randy Glazer | General Contractor/Builder

Being in the construction business for over 25 years, I have learned to put myself in my client’s shoes and understand their needs. I understand how emotional it can be to renovate or build your own personal home or business, so I make sure our entire team ‘hold’s our client’s hands’ throughout the whole building process. We work as a team to make your home or your business space beautiful! Read more>>

Courtnie Kidd | Artist

1. how does your business help the community or the world? Our business is deeply committed to making a positive impact on the local community. One of the ways we contribute is by donating items to support various local and national nonprofits. We firmly believe in giving back and supporting organizations that are dedicated to making a difference. Read more>>

Scott Steiner | Event Producer and Artist Management

Success is an interesting word with many meanings. When it comes to my business, I have no idea when, or if, I will feel like it’s a success, so I try not to focus on that. Success to me is synonymous with growth, consistently improving, by small margins, all the time. Read more>>

Jeramy Purley | CEO Fashion Designer

I believed in myself since I started from scratch no team just me. I’m talented in many ways & staying consistent is very important to me.Thank God for leading the way,I keep my faith in him. Read more>>

Cedric Bacon | Professional Photographer & Instructor

The most important factor behind my success is the diversity of being able to offer a variety of different photography services. Read more>>

Jaylon Deion | Fashion Designer & Model

The most important factor behind the success of my brand (Jaylon Deion) is giving glory and honor to Jesus Christ for placing these talents in my life. Everything I do/create I could never do without God leading and guiding me through the creative process. Read more>>

Spirit Butterfly | Entrepreneur, Musician, Fitness Consultant

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is the passion that I feel and exude doing what I love to do. I love to create and inspire. I love to beautify. I love to co-create with the Universe and produce amazing products that assist in the natural healing process of an individual’s body, physical and spiritual, respectively. Read more>>

Dr Luna | Doom Bass Producer

Antania is a doom metal project that combines doom metal and bass music. It’s an idea that can only succeed through persistence. It’s an attempt to be original and offer a new flavor in dark music Read more>>

Ashanti Jasper | Wardrobe stylist & Creative director

It’s not a question of what but who. God is most certainly the reason why Styles by Marshà has been a success. He never fails and never will. Jeremiah 29:11 is my company’s theme statement: “for I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope”. I have submitted my life and my brand to the will of the Lord and He has provided abundantly. Read more>>

Alexis Young | Wardrobe Stylist & Fashion Creator

I would say dedication! Having the motivation of pushing myself every day, no matter what the circumstance is, is an important factor. Wanting to push yourself and putting yourself out there is a big risk and most people are afraid of that. Embracing it is really important though. Read more>>

Omari Washington | Award-Winning Actor and Producer

The most important factor behind my success would have to being relentlessly consistently with my goals and aspirations. Everyday I wake up and ask myself what can I do to be thest and then I put a plan together then execute. Also, studying my craft and applying what I learn on set. Read more>>