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What would your closest friends say really matters to you?

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.

Melanie Mezzancello

There are so many ways I could answer this question. I can get pretty passionate about a variety of things. I feel very strongly about protecting the vulnerable and the marginalized, and about taking good care of the Earth and each other. I am very open about my opinions, I don’t shy away from giving them, and I don’t censor myself. Read more>>

Dr. Nicole Ross

My closest friends would say that what truly matters to me is God and family. Everything I do, both personally and professionally, is rooted in faith and a desire to honor and care for the people I love most. Read more>>

Donna Jones

My closet friends would say my faith and family are the cornerstone of my life. My faith in God keeps me anchored, humble and is a source of strength during trying times. Its the principles of my faith that inspires me to create good products, and love on my customers like I do. My family is my heart.  Read more>>

 

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