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?
Nicole Fox
Energy is the most important thing to me. I can feel the energy behind people’s words just as much as their presence. Words carry intention, truth, and sometimes misalignment, and I’ve learned to trust what I feel beneath what’s being said. Energy doesn’t lie. Intelligence can be developed and skills can be taught, but energy reveals integrity, awareness, and authenticity. Read More>>
Jessica Harris
Integrity matters most to me. In wedding planning, clients are handing you one of the most important days of their lives. They need to trust that you’ll advocate for them, be transparent, and make the right decisions even when it’s inconvenient. Intelligence and energy only matter if they’re backed by honesty and accountability. Read More>>
Quinn Denny
Without doubt, integrity is primary for me. Intelligence and energy are fantastic characteristics for sure. Like many characteristics, they can be driven by intent. It is possible to possess characteristics of intelligence and energy and use those for opportunistic gain at the expense of others or even their harm. Read More>>
Adrian Bangerter
Integrity is the foundation of a decent and moral society. Without Integrity there could be no trust among individuals. If you are going to say or do something then people need to know that they can count on you to follow it through. Read More>>
Jennifer Berns
Integrity! Because with integrity you are smart in several ways and have the energy to do what you want, what you should do, and what you still need to learn. Read More>>
Lois Leonhardi
Integrity. Without integrity, intelligence and energy can be easily misguided to serve your own desires at the expense of others. History is full of examples, from financial scams to charismatic charlatans, where sharp minds and relentless drive caused real harm because they lacked a moral compass. Read More>>
Gabriela Mafra
Energy. I love living life with intensity, showing up fully, feeling deeply, and bringing presence into everything I do. Energy is what turns ideas into action and values into something you can feel. Read More>>
