We had the good fortune of connecting with Arash Raoufi and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Arash, what do you attribute your success to?
Simply put with a doubt 100% the single most important factor behind my success has been having “faith” and my belief that everything happens for a reason.

I have learned over time, when I run into barriers on my journey in business and life its more of a challenge and test to overcome. I will either have success or failure, but it certainly doesn’t end with the latter. If I fail, as the saying goes, I try to find the silver lining or lesson(s) to learn. How could I have been more prepared for success instead? What would I have done differently? What will I do next time to have success instead of failure?

Most of the time there is a next time so if at first you don’t succeed try and try again until you do. You must have perseverance and adapt as these two characteristics are key to staying positive and overcoming challenges.

Again, when I’m facing a key business decision, I already envision the victory line ahead and know if I happen to fall short there is a reason it happened so I can learn from this instance. The key here is to analyze your shortcomings and write down how you will adapt for success next time. Then you just keep going rinse and repeat and the rest (hardwork, blood, sweat, and tears, etc.) that will glue it all together.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
The journey has certainly not been easy and had its share of ups and downs. It’s important to have a good foundation in family and friends as they helped so much in so many aspects. From my father to showing me the basics to my wife helping me refine my craft and have faith. Keep working hard and just believe because believe it or not thats all you need and it will work itself out if you believe. Thats the secret.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Shops at Starwoord in Frisco and come to Cinnaholic to try some of the best Vegan treats in DFW!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My wife has brought me closer to my faith and understanding the importance of staying positive in all circumstances.

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