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.
Zilin Zhou
I believe I’ve learned the most about work from myself. Being largely self-taught has pushed me to stay curious, take initiative, and learn through experience. Trial and error, reflection, and continuous self-improvement have been my greatest teachers. Read More>>
Jon Thorsen
Time. To get good at something takes practice over time. Whether it be a sport, a musical instrument, art, a business skill. etc. as you grow older and reflect on the things you’ve accomplished or haven’t accomplished you realize one of the big defining aspects of those two groups is how much time you put into it. Read More>>
Tonia Bryant
I would have to say my dad did. He was a man that worked with his hands and built cars from the ground up. I was a baby in the car seat watching him work in the garage on his prized ’47 Chevy coupe. It was because of him that I learned the value of hard work. Read More>>
Arlanna Martin
The person who taught me the most about work—and branding, presence, and positioning—was Melvin L. Moore, better known as The Real Estate Man in Westchester County, New York. At the time, I was just looking for income to support my daughter and had no real estate background, but he saw something in me and brought me on as his executive assistant. Read More>>
Khushali Shah
My parents. They are immigrants from India and the hardest workers I know. If they were not working at their paid job, they were cooking, cleaning, mowing the lawn, fixing something around the house… They taught me that if you work hard and believe in yourself you can do anything. Their work ethic motivated me to work hard as well. Read More>>
