What’s the right balance between work and non-work time? The traditional 9-5 has slowly disappeared with the emails and zoom and texting going far beyond traditional business hours. We asked members of our community to share with us how they think about work-life balance.

Kendra Crump | Author & Comedian

The most important factor behind my success is having a real relationship with God and having a great personality. One thing I’ve learned is that God’s grace will put you in places, that you didn’t even think was possible. He gave me the dream and vision that one day I was going to be on the New York’s Best Sellers list. Once I was given the dream, I decided to no longer continue to procrastinate, and get my book published. I mentioned my personality, because having a good personality is key to getting further in life. I’m able to amaze people with my comedic wit and smile. Read more>>

Shaniqua Sewell | Makeup Artist

The most important factor behind my success as a makeup artist and my brand is a combination of skill, creativity, consistent practice, and exceptional customer service. My ability to showcase unique and appealing makeup styles, adapt to various trends, and provide a satisfying experience for my clients contributes significantly to building a successful brand in the competitive makeup industry. Additionally, effective marketing, networking, and cultivating a loyal customer base play crucial roles in establishing a thriving makeup artistry career and brand. Read more>>

Black Women Film Network | Nonprofit Organization

Black Women Film Network, founded by television veteran Sheryl Gripper, is the oldest organization for the preservation and promotion of films for, by and about Black women. For the past 27 years, BWFN has served the purpose of educating this marginalized community that doesn’t often have a seat at the table in the entertainment industry. The most important factor behind the success of our brand is the women and allies who use their voices to consistently champion more opportunities for those who have the least visibility in film, television, and new media. Read more>>

Hailey Garfinkel | MSW, Certified Neurodiversity Coach, and Founder of Hailey’s Healthy Hangout and Mental Health Therapist

My passion for working with people with disabilities surged when I discovered I am neurodivergent. After all my hardships with my neurodivergence, I now consider it to be a gift. This gift has allowed me to gain compassion for others on a deeper level leading to the success of my company. Because of my disability, not only did I become more aware of my other peers with disabilities, but I also gained a better understanding of the difficult encounters people with disabilities experience every day. My sensitivity to disabilities has given me the incentive to work with others like me and help change lives forever. Read more>>

Jace William | Creative & Leadership Development Coach

I contribute my success to the life experiences that have shaped me: my spiritual foundation, my loving and supportive partner, my chosen family, my friends, my colleagues, both present and former, and my fraternal community. I also believe my desire to discover and uncover things about myself as a man on a healing journey is imperative to my brand. I have been and continue to do my work to show up daily as the best version of myself. That has come with many discomforts: unlearning, boundary setting, and correcting unhealthy behaviors and patterns. As a brand, I show up imperfect, shedding light on what I am learning through doing my work personally and professionally. I hope to inspire, mobilize, support, and challenge others to do their work. Read more>>

Danyelle M. | Fashion and Beauty Creator

For me, the most important part in my of my success lies in my unwavering belief in myself and my authenticity. In a world filled with so many expectations, creating content can easily lead someone away from their core values if they are not sure in themselves. True success, in my view, means waking up each day knowing that I remained faithful to my authentic self, ensuring that every piece of content I create mirrors the essence of who I am. That’s why my platform will continue to grow and reach people across the world through all walks of life. Read more>>

Jessica Thomas | Founder, Wish for Yellow

I have spent my career as a consultant in client services so finding creative solutions to my customers problems has always been something that I not only crafted a skill for over time but also something I have a deep passion for. What resonates with our customers about the Yellow brand is what it represents. Our company name Yellow actually stems from what the color itself symbolizes; feelings of optimism, cheerfulness, and joy. This is what our product strives to do for our end users – we just want to make it easier to live better, happier, more fulfilled lives and we realize that in today’s world that isn’t necessarily always the easiest. Read more>>