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Who taught you the most about work?

Society has its myths about where we learn – internships, books, school, etc.  However, in our conversations with some of the most interesting and trailblazing entrepreneurs and creatives we noticed the biggest lessons they learned about work often came from unexpected sources.  We’ve shared some of those responses below.

Latisha Roby

My father for sure taught me the most about work! He always kept a job or two or three and I am no different lol My dad made sure he always had money flowing in and I love that he showed me this early. And he always told me you only gonna have yourself in the end so work for YOU! Read more>>

Angela

Honestly, the greatest teachers have been the dogs themselves—and every mistake I’ve made along the way. Each dog shows me something new about patience, communication, and resilience, and those lessons keep me growing as a trainer and as a person. Read more>>

Heather Guier

My parents. They are both two of the hardest working people I know. They taught me to work for what I want. They are both go getters and amazing examples. Even today as they are both retired, they are still always busy doing things. Read more>>

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