We asked the community what factors they felt were responsible for their success and we’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

Kale Rose Dennis

One of the biggest factors contributing to the success of my acupuncture practice is the profound effectiveness of the rare styles of acupuncture I use—specifically Five Element Acupuncture and Neoclassical Acupuncture. These approaches go far beyond addressing just physical symptoms. They support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and that’s something my patients deeply value. Read More>>

Monte Moore

As a professional artist for over 30 years, I think most of my success comes from being doggedly determined and never giving up. Most non-artists think that being an artist has to do with ‘talent’ and that it’s an intangible ‘gift’ that some are born with, but honestly I’ve met very few ‘gifted’ artists, although they are indeed out there. In the world of the arts there are extremely few that are the Brahms or the Mozart, the DaVinci or the Michelangelo that are generational standouts.  Read More>>

Charlotte (Onyx) Bizoe

The most important factor to my success as an artist, musician, painter, muralist and tattooer is to not box myself in with self limiting beliefs. When you believe anything is possible and that truly you have no limits, you will be astonished at the heights you can go to. Your goal to climb the one mountain will turn into one hundred mountains. Believing in myself and my ability’s and providing myself with positive affirmations is truly the butter to my bread of successes. Read More>>

Johanna Justo

The most important factor behind the success of my brand has been connection, both with my couples and the stories they trust me to tell. I’ve built my business on intentional relationships, where every couple feels seen, heard, and genuinely celebrated. I don’t just show up with a camera, I show up as a friend, a calming presence, and someone who deeply cares about capturing the in-between moments that often go unnoticed. Read More>>

 Betsy Cole

Painting my feelings and maintaining this freedom is what keeps my work honest. It is easy to go on social media, look at other’s paintings, like their work and want to create the same. This can be tempting but it never works for me. If I try to do something similar rather than let my feelings drive my process, it is never successful. I keep going over it and never am happy with what appears. Read More>>

Mel K. Olrich

It’s hard to nail down just one, so I would say the two most important factors for me have been my family and community as well as persistence.

I’ve been lucky to have incredibly supportive family and friends who have pushed me to keep going when I’ve felt like giving up. The early encouragement from fellow artists gave me the courage to apply to my first artisan market. Without these moments of validation from people who believed in me, I know that I would not be where I am today or have the confidence to pursue this path. Read More>>

Barclay Dodge

I truly believed in what I was creating at Bosq and continued to push my vision forward. After five years we started to make traction and two years later received our first MICHELIN star. The success behind Bosq is my team, without them I would be a one-man-show. Read More>>

Nikki Chappelle

The most important factor behind my success and the success of my brand, Gather Yoga and Wellness, has been the commitment to creating a judgment-free and inclusive space. After spending 27 years as a competitive dancer, I experienced firsthand the challenges of self-judgment, comparison and unhealthy body image. These struggles were often fueled by societal pressures and competition, which left me feeling disconnected from my true self.  Read More>>

Kevin Waltz

Consistency to be blunt. Many people ask “how do you get to do your job for a living?” You commit and dedicate yourself to your craft everyday until it becomes muscle memory. Simple answer is you just do it. Meaning, as an artist and tattoo artist, I produce work as often as I can even if it’s not for anything in specific, because it’s been proven if you put it out there on the socials and public someone will see it and inquire for your business. I’ve had art pieces used for band posters, shirts, books, comic, etc etc that were seen by just putting out for public viewing. Read More>>

Austin Wickham

The most important factor behind my success and the brand has been showing up as myself — consistently and unapologetically. I’ve built everything around honesty, integrity, and relationships. At Red Rock Roofing, we’re not just replacing roofs — we’re building trust with families, homeowners, and professionals across Colorado. Read More>>