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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?

Amanda Flourie

Integrity, 1000%. Energy waxes and wanes; intelligence is overrated and can be egregiously misused, but a sense of integrity is a characteristic that I believe to be much more meaningful than either of the others. Read more>>

Rachel Zazueta

I’d say integrity is the most important to me. I value trust, respect, and doing things in a way that aligns with my principles, both personally and professionally. Energy and intelligence matter, sure, but without integrity, they don’t carry the same weight in my eyes. Energy fuels my journey. Read more>>

Bodhi Ryder

Hey guys, Bodhi Ryder here. Hope you enjoy my new interview with SD Voyager! ~ So for me, all three are pretty clearly worth having for us as humans. But I think it’s pretty safe to say that having intelligence, or energy, or even both, without integrity, isn’t worth the trade. Without integrity, we lose grasp of who we are as human beings. Read more>>

Sofia Veronica

All 3 are important to me. But if I had to choose one, it would have to be Integrity. Honesty is so crucial. Truthfulness and sincerity matters. As the old saying goes. Actions speak louder than words. People who are consistent with who they show themselves to be is worth more than anything else. With integrity comes respect. If there is respect, there is honesty. Read more>>

Doriana Sinnett

All three—intelligence, energy, and integrity—are important to me, as each plays a significant role in my life. However, I would place integrity above the others. Having a strong moral compass is essential; it guides my decisions and actions. Read more>>

 

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