What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?

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?

Cesar Gutierrez

For me, it’s acting with integrity because it reflects how aligned I am with my values and the way I move through life, which essentially builds the image people will associate with me and defines the kind of person I am. Read more>>

Jeremy ‘JD’ Dodson

For me, integrity is the most important quality, especially in a business like JD Entertainment LLC. We’re trusted to be part of some of the most important moments in people’s lives — weddings, community events, and celebrations – so doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching, is non-negotiable. Read more>>

Marie Pizano

Having integrity is crucial, as it implies intelligence, and its presence eliminates unnecessary energy expenditure. Integrity is highly valued by me because it showcases one’s genuine character and the principles they represent, allowing their true nature to shine through. If someone lacks integrity, they pose a danger. Trusting them is impossible, and their inconsistency wastes everyone’s energy. Read more>>

Jules centeno

I think the most important to me would be integrity. Anything outside of that would cost me more. such like energy and intelligence in the future. Integrity requires a deeper type of intelligence. You just cannot go wrong with some truth no matter how tough. Read more>>

John Locke

Lots of terrible people are vastly intelligent, many awful people have lots of energy and are even charismatic, but integrity is never for sale, and not everyone has it. So many people put money or status above everything, but integrity is everything, it is something that endures. If your integrity is for sale, you don’t have integrity. Read more>>

Emily John-Belingy

Integrity is most important to me because it reflects honesty , reliability and staying true to my values no matter the situation I’m faced with likewise I think without true integrity, intelligence and energy can easily be misused . Integrity helps build trust and respect which are essential both in personal life and business. Read more>>

Oksana Taratula

I believe integrity is the most important of the three. While intelligence and energy are certainly valuable, integrity forms the foundation of trust and respect in any relationship, whether personal or professional. It drives my commitment to serve others through my business and charitable actions. Read more>>

Diane Gilman

It impossible not to blend all 3 points together! I am always seeking to learn, so intelligence is a key factor for me to stay engaged and inspired. I always “feel” and “read” the energy in any situation. Is it dark and muddy? Is it light, bright, and full of potential? So energy is a constant and the ”compass” guiding my everyday life.Read more>>

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