We asked some of the city’s hidden gems to tell us about what they feel is the most important factor behind their success.

Vanity Scott | Children’s Book Author

The most important factor behind my success as an author is honestly prayer. I adore being a children’s book author and I could not do any of this without God’s vision and guidance. I make it a point to incorporate prayer into my business. I pray before I ever write the book. When I get the vision for a subject, I pray. When I start the process of getting the book created, I pray for clarity and discernment. I only want to execute the visions that I feel like God gives me the way He needs me to. Read more>>

Kee West | Voter Activist & President of Uplift Heights

To me, the most important factor behind my success is believing in my vision. The moment I stopped moving based on how others would think or view me, I made it true to myself. That’s when I truly tapped into my purpose. I focused on what I wanted to see and stood firm in how I needed it to be. No one can see what I see. That vision was given to me. Read more>>

LaRonda James | Biblical Counselor | Content Producer

My faith. My journey and success are deeply rooted in walking out the plans God has for me. I trust Him with my ideas and dreams, and I’ve witnessed Him transform not only them but me into something that glorifies Him. My faith provides the will and drive to purse my goals. God has shown me what success looks like, and through my confidence I know that if I give my effort, and walk with Him, I will succeed. My faith ensures that I won’t give up and that is what truly makes me successful. Read more>>