While it’s inspiring to read high level summaries of success stories, we think it’s just as important to learn about what drove the success and made it possible. We’ve asked some of the brightest folks we know to open up about what they believe was the most important factor behind their success.

Victoria Shepherd Burnett | Nonprofit Founder & Handyman’s Assistant

That I don’t give up….anymore! I used to run from everything that was remotely difficult. I was scared of everything and at the same time I thought I was invincible. Nothing was going remotely right for the first 3 years of my business. I had some success, but it was mostly flailing and flying by the seat of my pants. It wasn’t until August 2022, when I got sober from alcohol and other things that were holding me back, that everything changed. Who’da thought! Read more>>

Carmen Friday | Culinary Artist, Published Author & President of CWC

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is the unwavering commitment to quality, customer service, and consistency. I believe that every dish I create reflects my passion and dedication. By prioritizing the highest quality ingredients, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and maintaining consistency in every aspect of our work, we’ve been able to build trust and loyalty with our customers. It’s not just about creating delicious meals it’s about fostering meaningful connections through food, ensuring that every experience with our brand feels personal, thoughtful, and memorable. Read more>>

Jerika Jordan | Esthetician Instructor and lash specialist

I believe consistency is the most important factor behind the success of my brand. I learned there’s fortune in the follow up & mastered following up with clients, students, and potential business partners. Read more>>

Tawanna Fields | Mega Entrepreneur

The factor behind my success is God, my parents for a great up bringing, my team without them none of this would be possible my client’s for believing in me and my friends who have supported me. My main focus for 28 years has been Putting out a great brand for my client’s. Quality is very important to me if it’s not quality I’m not putting it out there. Honesty, is what makes a company successful from the owner down to the employes, thats what makes the client’s comfortable. I love Making my client’s happy and giving them the most upscale service. Read more>>

Michael Kelly | Basketball Coach/Trainer

The most successful factor behind my success is keeping God first. God has gifted me to do what I do, so I go to Him so he can lead and guide me on when to do what I do, and how to do what I do, because He is the “why” I do what I do! Read more>>

Rachael Jacob | Dog Trainer

One characteristic come to mind as the most significant factor behind all of my success. It isn’t social intelligence. It isn’t physical athleticism. It isn’t good looks and it isn’t having the highest IQ. It’s grit! It’s my passion and my perseverance that provides me with grit for very long-term goals. For my clients, I want them to know that they can come to me with any and all questions. It doesn’t matter where they are in their training with their dog. I will always be there, even long down the road. Not just for the week. Not just for the month, but for years. If I don’t have a direct answer for their questions or concerns, then I will learn and find an answer. Read more>>