What habits do you feel helped you succeed?

We don’t believe success is random. Over the years we have spoken with hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs, artists, creatives, researchers, athletes, and more. We’ve learned from them – both through their stories and through the advice they’ve shared with us – and it’s quite evident that success is more likely when certain habits are present. So, we decided to ask folks to share their habits with us, especially those that they feel helped them succeed.

TraShanna Murray | Owner of @Your Service Bartending

Being organized and disciplined. Organizing my recipes, contracts, and products has been a real time saver. I know right where everything is. To me,having an organize work station helps the process. Also, being disciplined in your time and craft is key. Read more>>

Mariel Bouffier | Designer & Creative Director

Establishing a routine that will keep you motivated, know your challenges, goals, and set dates so you complete them on time. Knowing that if you don’t do it no one will, that motivates me every day. Read more>>

Amy Weinland Daughters | Author & Freelance Writer

Persistence. I tend to never give up, not because I believe so much in myself but because I’m somewhat delusional. When I begin a project, and even when things aren’t going as planned, I have flashes of the glorious way it will turn out. Even if the deck is obviously stacked against me, I can see a finish line that exceeds all of my expectations. It means I won’t quit simply because I’m convinced it’s going to end ever so well. Read more>>

Julian Cavazos | Houston events photographer (weddings, birthday parties, quinceaneras, galas, community events)

There are a few habits I’ve learned that have helped me succeed as a photographer: – being observant: As a photographer who specializes in candid photography, I’m constantly scanning the room for photography opportunities. Maybe a group of people are laughing and joking around together. Great photo opportunity there. Read more>>