Every overnight success we’ve seen has been years in the making. And those overnight successes are rarely because of an amazing idea or a stroke of luck. We asked some of our favorite folks from the community about what characteristics are at the heart of their success story?

Wibke Deertz | Menswear Designer, Brand owner

push it but don´t sweat it . I make the products or take the decisions for my buisness that don´t try to make the impossible happen or have people produce my product, or meet other business needs if they are not ready or have not done it before. Read more>>

Mac Mays | Commercial Carpenter & Pet Breeder

The most important factor for my and the success of my brand is being creative. We are all for setting trends and not really following them as much. We like to set ourselves apart from the rest. As there is a broad demand for my business, it is mandatory that we stand out in the best ways possible. Read more>>

MinisterKingXPyeface | Artivist

Darealprisonart merely functions as a news source. Its current reach and influence is highly unsatisfying. But when you are publishing content on prisons and the politics of prisons, that’s not cool. Many times it’s political prisoners, both abroad or domestically, or some tragic incident involving crime victims. Read more>>

Laangela Jones | Stylist , Travel agent & aesthetician

I believe the most important factors behind my success are confidence , authenticity , integrity , God and humility. With God & confidence being the most important one. I’ve always gone through life wanting more for myself and knowing that at the end of the day hard work and being a good person is what fuels my success. Read more>>

Gen Merritt-Parikh | Commercial Finance Executive, Factoring & ABL

Initially, the words that called out were drive and insecurity. Yes, I realize that is two. Those come together for me though under one headline: challenge. Read more>>