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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.

Kaelynn Mooningham

The book of Job taught me the most about working. Read more>>

Shanelle Burton

My late father Deacon Ronnell Burton. He taught me the most about work and he’s the reason I have the work ethic I do today along with my grandmother (my dad’s mom) who always tried to help anyone or any organization in need I definitely get my caring heart and good-will from her . Read more>>

R-SON The Voice of Reason

My father. Read more>>

Patrick Weaver

I came to Nashville to study at Belmont University, where I learned the most about how the modern Nashville music industry works, as well as how to work within it and expand my range of work. Read more>>

Elzbieta Tokarska

Without question, my parents taught me the most about work. They both came from very humble beginnings—growing up in post-war Poland, in families where resources were scarce and opportunities even scarcer. They knew what it meant to work for every step forward. Through sheer determination and sacrifice, they built a life that gave their children access to possibilities they never had themselves. Read more>>

 

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