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?

Jennifer Champion | MatchMaker & Dating Coach

The DateShape Method was design to give singles clarity and direction in dating to identify LTR potential by date 3. No more waking up 3 to 6 months into a new relationship to realize that you don’t share dating goals and values. I’ve been in Matchmaking, connectiong singles for over 20 years. I worked for It’s Just Lunch before opening DateShape. I live to connect singles and love what I do. Connecting singles is a big responsibility. My clients and members trust me with their hearts and I don’t take it lightly. Read more>>

Kevin Forbes | Co-Founder & Director of Fitness Programming

Engaging not only the body but also the mind and the spirit and creating a community of members that is more than just about physical fitness but about health and wellness. Read more>>

Caitlin Rose | Contemporary Painter

I think truly being myself in my work has been a major factor behind the success of my brand. I used to spend a lot of my time trying to create a certain style or painting that would sell. Ultimately that led to a lot of art I wasn’t happy with or that didn’t feel like “me”. I used to create extra work for myself by making art I wanted to make and then making art for buyers. That left me feeling stuck in an endless cycle of catch up and discontent. I have faced a lot of personal battles within the past 3-4 years, Read more>>