There are so many factors that can play a role in determining our results, performance and ultimately our success, but some factors matter more than others. We asked folks what they felt was the most important factor driving their success.

Joseph Rudy | Nature lover & Entrepreneur

I believe the most important factor behind our success thus far, has been our passion for what we do, and why we do it. A profound love and passion for conservation, and education around the natural world are the driving force for what we do every day, and it is exactly this mission that inspires us to work tirelessly to improve our process and the business constantly. Read more>>

Erin Fletter | CEO, Founder & Food-Geek-in-Chief at Sticky Fingers Cooking®

At Sticky Fingers Cooking®, we’re on a mission to ignite a culinary revolution in the hearts, minds, and stomachs of kids everywhere! Imagine the sounds of chopping, the laughter of eager chefs, and the aroma of delicious creations filling the air in every school from coast to coast – that’s the magic of Sticky Fingers Cooking®. Read more>>

Giselle Cummings | Outdoor Asian Chapter Manager

Outdoor Asian has had a chapter in Denver since 2018; we’ve been successful because of volunteers and community members who create welcoming spaces for folks to land, whether seasoned outdoors people or just beginning their journey. Read more>>

Stephanie Kapteyn | Artist

I would say the most important factor behind the success of my art is God. I’ll tell you why; I’ve always known that there is a ton of competition with millions of talented artists around the world, and the only way mine would stand out is if God was behind it. Read more>>

Levi (DaVaiVai) Aguilar | Drag Artist & Event Producer

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is inclusivity. No matter what event I put on for my community it is always based on inclusion and providing a safe space for people to be themselves without fear of judgement or backlash. Read more>>

Sarah Marxx | Tattoo Artist

Spite. I have had plenty of doubters in my life, thought I would never amount to anything, and the more I go down the path of success, the more rewarding I find it is to prove them wrong. Read more>>

Sarah Lennon | Creative Director & Lead Designer

I would say constantly adapting to a rapidly changing World. In the 20+ years since we started Big Orange Planet the fundamentals of website design and the overall factors that underpin the internet have constantly been in flux and ever evolving. Read more>>

Madison Sheehan | Denver Wedding Hair & Makeup Artist

When it comes to the success of Madison Hair and Makeup, a big part of it boils down to my roots and upbringing. I’ve been blessed with parents who embody the true spirit of hard work, instilling in me a relentless drive to always give it my all. Read more>> 

Ariel Castillo | Podcaster/Recording Artist

The important factor behind my success would have to be my social media’s, networking, performing, meeting up at community events, believing in my self, positive mental attitude, branding, marketing, doing things for free sometimes, praying, & having a loving support system. Read more>>

Lindsay Porter | UI/UX Designer & Dog Mom Influencer

The most important factor behind our success has been being experimental. Instagram is a wild world of unknowns and the way I run our platform is by testing different ideas to see what kind of content resonates with our audience. Read more>>

Hien Kim | Denver Real Estate Agent

The most important factor behind my success thus far is my honesty to my clients and how I represent myself as a Real Estate Agent. I am not the typical Agent you see on reality tv. I am just a mom who never had a constant home growing up. Read more>>

Jennifer Baker | Contemporary Painter

Authenticity and connection. I have built my business over time based on connection with the people who fall in love with and purchase my paintings. Even in the large global auction houses and galleries where I sell my work, I always make sure to communicate who I am as a person. I always tell my story. Read more>>

Britten (I do not use one professionally) | Artist- with light, love and creativity

Authenticity. My career as a professional artist been a personal evolution of feeling confident and comfortable with myself and my unique perspective of life. Each painting is an unveiling of an authentic and vulnerable expression. Read more>>

PATRICK LAURIENTI | Real Estate Agent / Entreprenuer

To me, it’s my persistent nature to be great, to be more, to serve more, to be the best at what I do, and to provide a level of service and experience you can’t find anywhere else. Read more>>

Nicoll Novak | Wife, Mom & Small Business Owner

I’ve put a lot of work into defining what my personal and professional values are and trying to always let them guide me and the work that I do. I believe living my values, above all else, has contributed to the success of Adornable. Read more>>