Rob Mendez
I learned about work from my parents, especially my father. He spent over two decades in masonry and till this day, is the hardest working person I know. As a kid, I would often go with him on his weekend side jobs, and seeing his dedication left a big impression on me. Read more >>>
Brooke Michie
For Paul, his parents were an obvious influence on work ethic. His mother went to culinary school in her 40s with three kids at home and had a successful catering business that Paul was keen to help with while learning about food alongside her. Read more >>>
Josue Ortiz
I come from a family of entrepreneurs, and seeing firsthand the rewards that come from hard work has been one of my biggest motivations to start my own business. Growing up around that drive taught me that while long hours and challenges are part of the process, the payoff of building something from nothing is worth every bit of effort. Read more >>>
Abby Diggs
The biggest lessons I’ve learned about work have come from my family. My dad was my first example of hard work, he always emphasized that nothing is given, and you should never be dependent on anyone else for your success. That mindset shaped my drive as a business owner and taught me the value of earning everything I have. Read more >>>
Noah Marion
My mother. She is tireless and dedicated and driven like no one else I’ve ever met. She is my hero and my idol. Read more >>>
Marcus Massey
I’ve learned a lot about just working hard and determination and perseverance but I don’t think there’s just one person that has taught me the strong and whole meaning of what “work” means, I would say if I had to pick it would be the world, the world has taught me the most about the true meaning of work. Read more >>>
