Many experts appreciate entrepreneurs’ determination, perseverance, and the freedom to have more control over their day-to-day lives. But entrepreneurs also have role models they look up to. Whether they are other highly successful entrepreneurs, billionaires, or simply inspirational people, the world is full of people with great stories that inspire today’s business leaders. increase.
Below, each member of the Young Entrepreneur Council shares who they admire in the business world, the key business lessons they’ve learned from them, and how those lessons have influenced their entrepreneurial decisions. increase.
Members from the left in the photo.
Photos courtesy of each member.
1. Anand Mahindra
I respect Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group. His dedication to ethical business practices, innovation and philanthropy is especially inspiring to me as an entrepreneur. One of the key lessons I learned from him is to always focus on the customer his experience. This had a huge impact on my decision making as the owner of the business. We strive to ensure that every interaction with our customers reflects the company’s commitment to quality service and satisfaction. Through his example, I also came to understand the importance of giving back. It is the cornerstone of my entrepreneurial mission to create positive change by investing in people, communities and technology for long-term success. – Pratik Chaskar, Spectra
2. Bob Parsons
I admire Bob Parsons, founder of the GoDaddy Group. The story of how this Vietnam veteran built his one of the world’s largest domain registrar companies is inspiring. To quote him, “I had to take many wrong paths to find the right path.” This was an important business lesson. I learned from him the tenacity and knack of finding wealth in the most unnatural places.When he started his GoDaddy in the 90s, he tried things like building networks and selling education but it didn’t work. He lost millions of dollars until his domain name registration business became a success. Any company has to reinvent it again and again to remain relevant and successful in business. —Brian David Crane, Spread Great Ideas
3. Tim Cook
I have deep respect for Tim Cook, the current CEO of Apple. Even after the death of the legendary Steve Jobs, he has continued to push the brand forward. One of his quotes that I keep in mind is, “Joy is in the journey, not in the distant goal.” It’s good to keep this advice in mind. If you spend all your time focusing on your next goal instead of enjoying the journey, you’ll never be truly satisfied with what you’ve accomplished. It helped pave the way for me as a business owner and have fun instead of focusing on. – Chris Kristoff, MonsterInsights
4. Sam Walton
I admire Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart, who is universally admired for his work ethic. His hard work and leadership paved the way for Walmart to become the giant brand it is today. Walton’s vision has made Walmart one of the world’s most recognizable brands. The lesson I learned from him is that hard work is the key to making dreams come true.It can take countless failures and years to admit success, but if you keep working hard and believe in what you do, nothing can stop you from achieving your goals. – Stephanie Wells, Formidable Form
5. Oprah Winfrey
As a business woman, I look up to Oprah Winfrey. She is a great example of someone who achieves success through hard work and dedication. An important business lesson I learned from Oprah is to never give up no matter how difficult the journey. Her determination to succeed has inspired me. This lesson influenced her entrepreneurial decisions as a reminder to stay focused and never give up, no matter how difficult it seemed. It also emphasizes the importance of taking risks in business and believing in yourself even when others don’t. We are encouraged to make informed decisions and remain persistent regardless of the outcome. – Andrew Munroe, AffiliateWP
6. Jack Ma
I regularly cite the example of Jack Ma, co-founder of Alibaba Group. His example of using his company’s vision to make business easier is used as a filter for every business decision he has to make. Once all the suggestions have caught his attention, he puts each idea through a decision filter of “Does this make business easier?” By using a clear company vision as a filter for selection, staying in line with it can help you move in the direction you want your business to grow. Having a vision, mission and core values is what I always keep at the forefront. We also apply this practice in our personal and family life. By consistently making decisions according to self-invented principles, I know my time and energy are being saved for what matters most. -David Henzel, TaskDrive
7. Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton takes a very “calculated risk” approach to business and life. She admits that she has more guts than talent. It’s brave to say that as someone who became famous decades ago when women were often expected to play the role of mother, wife and male supporter of the house. Part of the reason she is successful in business is because of her courage, self-awareness, and the way she accepts failure as part of the process. She has thick skin and can stick her out for being “too blonde” or “she’s ditzy.” She also has a program that mails books to children for free, so she uses her profits for charity. – Gibel Ramano, Ramano Law Firm
8. Bill Porter
He is lesser known but has always been influenced by the late Bill Porter, a former Watkins salesman.Porter’s story was told in books and movies door to doorHe has cerebral palsy and had to plead to work as a Watkins salesman. He then asked him to have the worst area for sales. He probably worked at Watkins for over 40 years. It even made me laugh when he stopped selling Watkins at the end of the movie and asked people to contact him if they wanted Watkins products. Don’t limit it. Stick with what you know you can do well, and don’t let fear of failure stop you from doing it the best way you know how. – Baruch Labunski, Rank Secure
9. Ariana Huffington
Inspired by Arianna Huffington. She is an inspiring entrepreneur with a successful media company that promotes workplace well-being. She is an inspiration to many and we believe her success is a reminder of the importance of finding balance and meaning in our work.-Benjamin Rojas, All in One Her SEO
10. Richard Branson
Richard Branson stands out for his innovative approach to business and his ability to pivot from one industry to another. Pivoting isn’t necessarily something I do for myself, but it does indicate an incredibly creative way of thinking. As the music industry developed and new technology began to replace record stores, Branson eventually sold it. Like many airlines, Virgin’s Atlantic has struggled in recent years, but I’m confident that Branson will always find a way to provide the service and self-reliance needed in the years to come. – Kalin Kassabov, ProTexting