Hardwork? Luck? Good habits? What would you say is behind your success? We’ve shared some thoughtful responses below.

Jumper Maybach | Artist

The Jumper Maybach brand is built on the idea that art can be a vehicle to spread love, end hate and intolerance. It stems from my own personal healing and transformation but goes far beyond just myself. Themes of positivity, perseverance and overcoming adversity weave throughout my work. Whether you own an original piece of art or one of my products, everything is designed to bring joy to the viewer. Read more>>

Ann Williams | CEO & Founder of Yearly Co.

I think the success of our brand can be attributed to the deep meaning behind our products and the fact that our jewelry is truly made to wear for a lifetime. I started Yearly Co. to create handmade, custom sized 14k gold bangles for my family to continue the anniversary bangle tradition started by my grandparents. I made our original pieces for my family and cared deeply about the quality of the jewelry and how it would make each woman feel when she put it on. We’ve continued that passion for excellent customer service and a meaningful, quality product as Yearly Co. has grown. Our customers have shared our products again and again because they love to create personalized collections that they can enjoy every day. We continue to focus on how to make the experience of buying and wearing our jewelry the best it can be. Read more>>

Douglas Hayes | Founder/Owner of HTX Home Inspections

There a number of factors that has helped fuel the success we have achieved so far with our business. Factors such as; having faith, utilizing previous work experience/skills, knowing and understanding the business we’re in, consistency in our approach, listening and asking “the right questions”, hiring the right people and taking care of them and last but not least enjoying what we do! Read more>>

Breylan Thompson | Student Athlete

I’d say the most important factor behind my success was my ability to lean into discomfort in order to grow. Being able to adapt and navigate different spaces has allowed me to not only become a successful student athlete but also a successful leader. As a freshman, new to the private school scene, I knew nobody. Today as a senior, I serve as the Student Body President, representing the entirety of the campus. And all that was possible because I leaned into discomfort to allow myself to reach my potential. This is something I will continue to do as I embark a new journey at Yale University in the Fall. Read more>>

Mozell Hardy | Model & Content Creator

Consistency. I would say Consistency is the most important factor behind my success within my modeling/content creation career. In the times before I noticed progression in my work I was aware I was doing it more so on the side as a hobby, just something fun to do. I wasn’t as consistent with booking photoshoots or creating content. It wasn’t until 2 years ago when I had a overwhelming desire to actually make a career out of this. I started dedicating 2-3 hours each day planning and/or working towards my goals which is when I started noticing drastic results. I started getting noticed by other models, photographers, creatives which helped inspire me to continue my craft. Read more>>