Most people say they want success, but when you ask them what success means you get wildly different responses. We recently asked some of the best and brightest in our community to tell us about how they define success and have shared their responses below.

Wick Zimmer

Success is difficult to define because it’s not a one size fits all concept. For me, I feel most successful when I’m making progress. Whether it’s improving my own life or positively impacting the lives of those around me. I believe consistency, adaptability, resilience, and a steadfast attitude help me achieve this. For instance, when I’m creating, I focus on expressing myself authentically and originally, while ensuring my work is motivational, fun, and meaningful. I’m not satisfied with a project unless everyone involved is happy with the outcome. Read More>>

Becca Wingard

Success, to me, isn’t about external achievements or recognition. It’s about alignment with my soul’s purpose and feeling a deep sense of fulfillment in what I’m doing. It’s about creating space for others to heal and grow, while staying true to my own journey. Success is when I feel connected to my intuition and my work, and when it positively impacts the lives of others. That’s the essence of true success! Read More>>

Alex Dry

For a long time, I thought success was about achievement — the kind you could post, pitch, or prove. But building The Dry Diaries has completely redefined that for me.

Success, to me, is creating something real. It’s taking an idea that once lived in your notes app and turning it into something that resonates with people. It’s when someone messages me saying an episode shifted their perspective, made them feel seen, or gave them the confidence to keep going — that’s success. Read More>>