If you asked your best friends what really drives you—what they think matters most in your life—what would they say? We posed that question to entrepreneurs and creatives from all walks of life, and have shared some of the most interesting responses below.
Vanessa Gerhards
What my closest friends think truly matters to me, and I’d like to believe the first thing they’d say is that I make them laugh—because bringing humor and joy into the lives of people I love is one of my favorite things. Laughter has been a core part of my life, a healing thread through everything. Read more>>
Maddy Gawler
I eat, breathe and sleep for impact. I really love helping people in whatever means it is. Sometimes its weeding for a neighbor because they have a lot on their plate, others its coaching them through career advice during a pivotal career moment such as coming out of college, sometimes its bringing them food or giving them a hug. Read more>>
Crystal Seeley
Each and every one of my friends would say the same thing, bees and honey! Actually, most customers that come into The Honey Cottage would say the same thing too. I love talking about bees and I love using honey in everything! So, for me honey is more than just going to work and selling a product. Read more>>
Tiara Smith
My closest friends would say that what matters most to me is creating safe spaces, for my son, for the women in my community, and for anyone who’s ever felt overlooked. They’d tell you I value loyalty, honesty, and people who show up with real intentions. Read more>>
Sara Blanchard
My kids. Hands down, my kids. And it’s twofold: When my youngest finally started kindergarten, I came up with the idea to be a ‘Flex Mom’ – basically, leading a flexible work life that let me work during the school day, during the school year. Read more>>
Marcus Dupree
Being not only a human merely doing but becoming a human being To understand the difference between being a ‘human doing’ and a ‘human being,’ we must first define each term. A ‘human doing’ is someone who primarily defines their self-worth by their accomplishments and external achievements. They often feel compelled to constantly ‘do’ things to be valued by society and themselves. Read more>>
