We asked some of the city’s rising stars to reflect on what made a difference in their journey.  We asked them to tell us about what they think the most important factor has been behind their success.

Wendy Fournier Brenda Tringali | Owners of The Indigo Doors

Authenticity and owning your voice are crucial factors for success, both on an individual level and for a brand especially in the field of personal growth and spiritual expansion. Brenda and I both cultivate our own unique relationship with the divine and share the messages and our vision together. We don’t copy or see what is tracking on social media, we listen to spirit and follow our own inner guidance to make sure every word and message is coming from an authentic place. Authenticity is the cornerstone of trust. When we present ourself or our brand in an authentic manner, people are more likely to believe in our message and intentions. Trust is a fundamental element in any successful relationship, be it personal or business-related. Read more>>

Bryan Abrams | A Modern Chiropractor

Practicing what I preach. As a chiropractor, I “sell” health. Despite a lot of misinformation out there, social media/internet has given people a better baseline of knowledge when it comes to health and wellness before even walking into my door. So I’ve noticed over the years that their radar is better at sniffing out quality care. With so many different practices and/or specialties to choose from, my patients need to trust me and feel they are in good hands. Therefore, I better walk the walk. That means, I work out/move daily, eat relatively healthy (always room for improvement in this category), have proper sleep hygiene, drink plenty of water and practice mindfulness. To top it all off, I wear barefoot shoes but that’s a whole other conversation! Read more>>

Kiara Binion | Makeup artist/ educator

The most important factor behind my business and success is relationships. Though I believe and know I have talents along with skills, building meaningful relationships has taken me so far. A huge goal behind my business is to ensure every experience I am allowed with my clients is a positive one and that I can add a smile to their day. Having this mindset changes not only the environment I am in but allows the correct and right people to come my way making expanding a breeze and providing success. Read more>>