Through our work we have been constantly amazed at the incredible things people in every neighborhood are working on. What’s even more exciting is that they all have different stories, backgrounds, strengths and weaknesses. That there isn’t a single formula for success means that everyone can take their unique set of strengths and characteristics and turn it into a success story. We recently reached out to some folks we admire and asked them what characteristics they feel are responsible for their success.

Brandon Yuen | YouTuber & Commercial Content Creator

The most important factor for me, is being genuine and enjoying the content I create. I absolutely LOVE content creation. Whether it’s snapping some product photos or compiling a full blown video edit. Showing enthusiasm towards a product with a genuine negative or positive review really hits it home with my audience. Read more>>

Diane Lipovsky Stacy Passmore | Superbloom Co-Founders, Principal Landscape Architects

We don’t know if this is the most important factor, but we will say that people have been really excited by our name, Superbloom, which references the rocket of color that can blanket Western deserts in the spring and summer. The superbloom phenomenon only occurs under the most exceptional set of hydrologic and climatic conditions. Read more>>

Ethan Abitz | Photographer & Storyteller

Determination/passion, adaptability, and a good attitude. These three attributes have time and time again proven to be the most important factors in the success that I have found. From the day I picked up a camera some 6 years ago, it felt like it belonged there. And it quickly became a part of who I am. Read more>>

Amanda Rienour | Photographer and Creative

Keep GOING. I have been taking photos for over 12 years now and I have grown so much in those 12 years. I always have to keep going and learn. Sometimes I stumble on how to continue doing what I love but then BAM, something new plops itself into my lap and I get to problem solve and start again with my creative journey with photographing something! Read more>>

Janet Smith | Non-Profit Director and Founder of Pueblo House & KOYC Radio

The most important factor behind the success of Pueblo House and KOYC Radio was perseverance and being able to find resources when funds weren’t available. Starting a radio station from ground up was challenging, especially in light of not having any radio experience. Being resourceful was instrumental in us finding the equipment and skilled people to help pull it all together. Read more>>

Jay Charlii | Photographer and Creative Director

This is such a good question. Honestly the most important factor behind my success, and the success of my brand has been me. I think it takes a lot out of someone, physically as well as mentally, to be operating their own creative business. You are consistently “selling” or “pitching” yourself to people, companies, brands, and social media. Read more>>

Chris Packert | Emerge ID: Custom Training Solutions

As with most things in life, success cannot be attributed to one (most important) thing. I would align my success with several pillars which include: relationship building skills, talent identification, pursuit of delivering a high quality product, transparency within the product development phase, and ability to meet tight timelines. These pillars are what make Emerge ID popular among our client base and are what allows is to grow from one year to the next. Read more>>