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.
Simene’ Walden
I always say, ‘My real friends know my status before I ever post’. The term friend has been used very casually in the last decade but my closest friends know genuine connections matter to me. They know it matters to me whether it is a family connection, career connection, ministry connection, acquaintance or solid friendship. They know integrity and honestly really matter to me. Read more>>
Christopher Esquilin
My closest friends would say that having very tight and close relationships really matter to me. I love to have a circle that I can experience life with. I love to break bread together, laugh cry, and know that I have people to lean on. Read more>>
Jessica McEachern
My closest friends would say that my faith, family, friends, health, career, lifestyle, advocacy, equity, equality, fairness, financial literacy, financial security, credit, savings, investments, short term goals, long term goals, education, marriage, two parent household, home ownership, being a change agent, making a difference and helping others matter to me. Read more>>
Damein Williams
My closest friends would probably say that what matters most to me is showing up. Not just being present, but being consistent. Following through. Making time when it matters. Whether it’s work, family, or friendships, I take pride in being someone people can count on. I don’t always have the perfect words or solutions, but I show up. I stay in the hard conversations. Read more>>
Khandi Gibson
My friends would say always being in a position to help those in need is what really matters to me. Read more>>
