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.
Korean Harris
The person who taught me the most about work is my mom. Watching her growing up, I saw what it looked like to be committed, consistent, and resilient no matter what life brought her way. She showed me that work isn’t just about what you do, it’s about how you carry yourself while doing it — with integrity, patience, and perseverance. Read More>>
Teri Vr
That’s a great question! My parents have taught me the most about work. My mom has been working at the elementary school in my hometown for almost 30 years. She puts her heart and soul into each of her students and ensures they have a voice and feel seen. Read More>>
Samantha Breen
That’s easy—my dad! He grew up in South London in a working-class family that sometimes struggled to make ends meet. He didn’t even have an indoor bathroom at home until he was around 14! That upbringing gave him a survival instinct that drove him to work incredibly hard. Read More>>
Will Elliott
Without a doubt, my parents. Growing up, we didn’t have a lot of money, but we had a lot of love and a lot of hustle. My parents got married and moved to Nashville when they were really young. My dad had just finished college, and my mom had only completed her freshman year. Read More>>
Alyssa Stanford PT, DPT, OCS
My grandmother, Ruth. She is the one who made me realize that my job as a physical therapist is not about my own glorification, but it is about serving others and making a difference in my patient’s life’s. She always taught me to put ‘Jesus first, yourself last, and others in between’ and I try my best to surround my business around that mind set. Read More>>
