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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?

Peyton Bernal

For me, integrity will always come first. Intelligence and energy both matter, but without integrity, they lose their weight. Integrity is about being steady in character, following through on your word, and choosing what’s right even when it costs you something. Read more>>

Jacqueline Pirtle

For me, energy is the heartbeat of everything and everyone because at the smallest core, that’s all there is. When your energy is aligned and you understand your unique energetic essence, you’re living from your truest place. That alignment naturally brings out your best self; joyful, magnetic, and authentic. Intelligence? You can nurture it. Read more>>

Kimberly Jackson

Integrity is most important to me. Intelligence and energy are valuable, but without integrity, they lack a foundation to stand on. Integrity is what sustains trust, builds credibility, and ensures that the work you do leaves a positive and lasting impact. Read more>>

junior rodriguez

To me, integrity is the most important. Intelligence and energy are valuable, but without integrity, they can be misused or even harmful. I believe that trust is the foundation of effective teams and long-term success, and that starts with doing the right thing—even when it’s hard or when no one is watching. Read more>>

 

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