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.

Cliff Bramble

My mother and grand mother taught me hard work and starting a business is what will make you successful. I watched my mother go through hard times when I was a kid and she never gave up. She showed all of my brothers and sisters how to survive through hard work and creativity. Read more >>>

Shinyoung Kim

Our facilities manager at work. I only got to know him a few weeks ago, but his story really inspired me to go after everything I want to try. Even though his current title is facilities manager, he’s done so much—acting, baking, photography, cooking, serving, and more. His passion for learning and constantly challenging himself pushed me to step outside my comfort zone. Read more >>>

Rashad “Richgomery” Griffin

My Mom.. She’s probably the hardest working person besides myself I know Read more >>>

Kimberly Payne

I learned the most about work from my parents in very different but equally powerful ways. My mother taught me to approach every task with care and pride, showing that the quality of your work reflects your character. My father believed firmly that if you don’t work, you don’t eat and that nothing in life is handed to you, it’s earned. Read more >>>

Jacob Battaglia

I learned the most about work from my father and my older brothers. I’m the youngest of 10 kids, with 7 older brothers. Growing up, we were all involved in projects around the house and the family construction business. My Father always exemplified a strong work ethic, honesty and problem solving. Read more >>>

Amy Lyle

I’m from the Midwest, raised by German and Irish parents—where slacking was a crime, but turning your suffering into a story was art. Read more >>>