There is no one path – to success or even to New York (or Kansas). Similarly, what matters to others can vary widely – so we tried to tighten up that question to focus on three key traits to see what most folks in our community valued most – intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Brady Gilliam
Personally, I think INTEGRITY is the most important of the three. Do what you say and always follow through on your commitments. Your reputation is everything. You could be very intelligent, but without integrity, you could use your intelligence to scam, exploit, and manipulate people to your will. Whether your energy is high or low, it’s still important to be a good person. Read more >>>
Cynatt Hussein
For me, it’s energy. I see energy kind of like your aura — it’s the vibe you put out before you even say a word. It’s what people feel when they’re in the same room with you, sometimes even before they really know you. That energy matters because it shapes how people connect with you on a deeper level. Read more >>>
Diane Van Noord
All three are important to me – intelligence, energy and integrity – however, the most important is integrity. Because for me, having integrity means I am seeking to live out in my life and my work, the core values of honesty, good ethics, and my Christian faith. Read more >>>
