There’s a ton of research around how setting habits can help us conserve energy because it reduces the number of decisions we have to make in a day. However, not all habits are created equal and so we’ve asked our community to tell us about the habits they have been most effective for them.

BeMyFiasco | Singer-Songwriter

I never stopped pushing and advocating for myself. That belief helped me find my tribe. Being a part of the Foreign Exchange music group gave me a newfound confidence. It helped put me in front of a new audience and allowed me to be fully embraced in a way that I had never experienced. Read more>>

Evelyn Rude | Freelance Photographer and Content Creator

Confidence and determination are what helped me build myself after the two years of starting my business. I started at 17, but within those two years, I have been able to meet so many different people, businesses, and artists. Do not be afraid of failure. If one thing does not work out, then something else will. Keep going and set up goals. Execute an idea. Your work and efforts will always keep improving if you actually try. Read more>>

Stephen Brooks | Pop Up Retail Expert

I am sure if you asked 100 people this question you’d get 100 different answers. I put my success down to totally and utter self self belief, building great teams around me and carrying out everything with intention. I am a firm believer if it’s not bringing you joy why are you doing it. Read more>>

Freda Deamesi | Christian Youtuber & Business Owner

My definition of success has evolved over the years, but it has changed most recently. Success is not having millions of dollars in my account or owning cars and houses. Success to me is effectively doing the work of God, fulfilling my purpose, and making Jesus proud. The most important factor behind all my accomplishments and brand is God. Without Him, my life will amount to nothing, and I will not have anything that I have now. He picked me up from my lowest point and set my feet on solid ground. He molded me into the woman I am today; granted, I still have a long way to go. Read more>>

Akila Anderson | Photographer/Entrepreneur

The most important factor in me being successful is never ever giving up. Seeing all these other photographers post their work on social media would be discouraging to some. For me it’s motivation. I see myself being one of the top photographers out my city and no matter what I have never given up. I’ve taken many losses this past year but this has also been my best year due to not giving up on anything I have put my energy into. Year to year, month to month I’m always getting better, anyone can see that from my online work. Read more>>