We think this is an essential question because so often there is a disconnect between what matters to us and what the world thinks. We hope these conversations help more people open up about what truly matters to them – regardless of how visible it might be on the outside.
Stephanie Heeb
What I’m most proud of building — though it’s something nobody really sees — are the behind-the-scenes systems and processes that make YourChoice Concierge run as smoothly as it does today. In the very beginning, I dedicated countless hours — often 10 to 12 hours a day — to carefully creating standard operating procedures, streamlining workflows, and implementing them through Zoho One. That foundation of organization and automation not only allowed the business to scale and operate efficiently, but it also positioned me to become a certified Zoho One Partner. Read More>>
Eva Grmusa
Something I’m really proud of is building businesses that I’ve been able to live off full-time. And I say “businesses” because I’m now working on my second one alongside my art business. I think a lot of people don’t view small businesses as “successful” unless they’re making millions or have chains across the country — but what often gets overlooked is the amount of time, effort, and passion it takes to run one successfully as a solo founder. Read More>>
Benjamin Schnau
I’m proud to have built a reputation for myself that allows me to work on incredible film and tv projects that let me express my acting abilities and led me to phenomenal experiences on and off set being rewarded with awards as ‘Best Actor’ in the US and Europe. Being in high demand as an actor doesn’t come without sacrifices along the way. I believe in discipline and putting in the work when others don’t to differentiate yourself and establish your name as the GO TO actor. Read More>>
SpokenbyT
I’ve spent a lot of time this year working on myself, on Tisania. On the mindset shifts, my physical health, building better habits and improving my confidence. It’s been a difficult path, one that isn’t linear and has constant shifts of success and what sometimes feels like failure. However, it’s something I’m incredibly proud of because of the power I’ve been able to hold within myself. Read More>>
Derek Cafferata
The culture. Behind Travel Advances is a team rooted in empathy, creativity, and trust. People see the platform’s features, but they don’t see the late nights, honest feedback, and shared belief that tech should feel human.
We’re not just building a product; we’re shaping a movement. Travel Advances isn’t about travel alone — it’s about redefining how we experience the world and each other. We’re building a future where technology listens, stories matter, and exploration becomes deeply personal. Read More>>
Laura Waldorf Reiss
Laura: I’m most proud of the space we’ve built—an invisible, powerful culture where people feel
seen, safe, and valued as they are. You can’t always photograph or spreadsheet it, but you can
feel it the moment you walk into a Kindness Matters Foundation gathering: self-worth before test
scores; emotions met with kindness, not judgment. Over years of showing up, listening, and
choosing heart over ego, we’ve created a place where emotional and mental safety matter as
much as physical safety, and where people can stumble and rise again with support. That’s the
unseen foundation of belonging—and it’s where real change takes root. Read More>>
Michelle Goth
For me, I’m most proud of building a business with passive income. Whether I work or don’t work that day, my business has revenue. Of course, I need to work to ensure that continues in the future, but having passive income has allowed me to prioritize my family and my health in ways that are hard to do with a traditional 9-5 job. Read More>>
Jazmyn Lacey
The Mindset of Being My own Boss !
Just to Have the Mindset is Growth ‘ it’s a Step to a Journey of Faith You must have an enormous Amount of Faith to be an Entrepreneur! Read More>>
Ryan Marthaller
What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees YET?
My very first album called ‘Never Give Up’ – it’s been a long time coming for my first official album, and I’m very happy to say that’s it’s coming along nicely and I hope to have it finally released next year, in 2026! Read More>>
Yaw Ankrah
What I’m most proud of building that no one sees is a future for my family through the work I do for others. Every video I create for a client isn’t just about content; it’s about helping their business grow, making them more money, and connecting with their audience. Behind the scenes, I’m stacking those wins to build something lasting. It’s not flashy or obvious now, but one day it’ll be clear what all of this was for. Read More>>
Madi Balman
I live a lot of my “personal brand” life with transparency, but I think the thing I’m most proud of building that not everyone necessarily sees is a life and schedule that allows me to go through the hardships of life with more ease.
Beyond being a first time mom and a military spouse, I recently got diagnosed with Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Sjögren’s Syndrome, three autoimmune diseases that cause a lot of pain and discomfort in my everyday life. Read More>>
David Brown
It’s the part of this whole thing that doesn’t show up on Instagram. The part that never makes it to the highlight reel. I’m most proud of the culture we’ve built—the invisible foundation that holds everything up.
We set out to build a studio, but what we really created was a family. A space where people are seen, where they’re safe to grow—not just as artists, but as human beings. Behind the machines and murals and applause is something much quieter: trust, second chances, and a deep belief that people matter more than profit. Read More>>
Jasmine Keaton
What I’m most proud of building — that nobody sees — is my resilience. Behind every brand I’ve created, every chapter I’ve written, and every prayer I’ve spoken, there’s a quiet strength that was forged through hardship, faith, and fire. No one sees the nights I cried in silence, interceded for my children, or fought spiritual battles while still designing logos, writing my book “Crushed for the Oil,” and launching Aonesty Designs. Read More>>
Heather Perren
I’m incredibly proud to have built a virtual Lagree Fitness studio alongside my business partner, Lexi, who, believe it or not, was a complete stranger when we started. With nothing but the basics, we learned as we went: building our own website, developing an app, and growing through constant feedback from our members. Read More>>
