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

Amy Hendrian | Owner-Bailey’s Coffee and Fudge

This is an easy one! Our Customer Service is the key to our success! Without our customer’s, we wouldn’t be in business right? And I think that might be somewhat of an cliche answer, but our genuine love for people and serving them well is what we take most pride in! We love going above and beyond your typical hospitality to create the experience that has you wanting to come back again and again! Valuing our customers and applying their feedback when possible is what makes us feel the most successful! Read more>>

Kayleigh Connroy | Hairstylist

I believe the most important factors are passion and drive in whatever you do. If you love what you do, you will be successful. I’m a hairdresser of 13 years and still love it. I love making people look and feel their best and with that I am able to build strong and trusting relationships with my clients. Education is also key when it comes to success behind my brand. Staying up to date on the newest trends is essential for my professional growth and allows me to always give my clients my best work. Read more>>

Brittany Morgan | Realtor, Investor, Designer & Mom

Persistence has without a doubt been the most important factor behind my success. I got into real estate during the foreclosure crisis in 2007, against advice from most of my family and friends. The market was incredibly tough and many in the industry were getting out as they couldn’t make a living in the current market conditions. Instead of surrendering defeat, I began working in short sales and foreclosures and built industry relationships that I still have 17 years later. Different markets call for different strategies and pivoting is key, however, putting in the work each day, even when the results aren’t immediate is paramount to achieving success. Success only looks glamorous from the outside, from the inside, it’s a lot of hard work! Read more>>

Danielle Crocker | Sewist

Collaboration. Working with other artists and creatives has truly been the secret to any of my success and longevity. From producing actual projects together, to just keeping me inspired and open. I am certain I would have hung up my needles a long time ago if I tried to do this without leaning on and lifting up others. Read more>>