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

Joshua Robinett

The most important factor behind my success is determination and grit. I’ve been grinding since I was a kid. I started Olympic weightlifting when I was eight, then moved on to football, track, and baseball. The common theme through all of it was giving my best effort, no matter the task. I hated losing, not because of pride, but because I always knew I had more to give. Read More>>

Jeni Craver

After 23 years behind the chair, I had grown deep roots in the beauty industry. I’d spent 8 of those years working at a corporate salon, which gave me structure, consistency, and a steady flow of clients. But when that company unexpectedly filed for bankruptcy, I was forced out of my comfort zone. It was scary—but it was also the push I didn’t know I needed. Read More>>

Abubakri Hamod Opeyemi

The idea behind starting Upracoreteam came from observing a major gap in how most eCommerce and online brands approached digital growth. Many businesses were running ads or building websites, but very few understood how to align technology, automation, and marketing strategy into one unified system that drives real profit. Read More>>

Serah Prince

Sometimes, things “JUST HAPPEN!”. Serah Prince, founder of Magnolia Fire Photography, didn’t initially sit down with a detailed business plan with an executive summary, market analysis, operations plan, and financial forecasts—though she later developed one. Instead, her business began with a heart for people, especially the little people in her home. Read More>>

Egheosa Edomwonyi

The decision to start my own business was born out of two core motivations, sustainability and independence. In a world that often glorifies the “9 to 5” lifestyle, it’s easy to overlook the personal sacrifices that come with it. While it’s true that countless individuals throughout history have made significant contributions to society from behind a desk, for me, the traditional path proved to be a stumbling block rather than a steppingstone. My journey into entrepreneurship wasn’t planned. Read More>>