I wanted to be a 150% entrepreneur and a 150% mom, and I found that I was having a very hard time doing both. I was about 75% and 75% - still better than 100%, but not what I was accustomed to at work.
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The story of my billion-dollar business starts like this. I borrowed $1,000 from a friend.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Even the most successful entrepreneurs start with small beginnings and support from others.
This quote by Barbara Corcoran emphasizes that every great achievement often has humble beginnings. The journey to success is not solely a result of individual effort; it often involves help from friends and a willingness to take risks. In this case, borrowing a small amount of money represents the initial step towards building a billion-dollar business, highlighting the importance of support and courage in the entrepreneurial journey.
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SuccessEntrepreneurshipSupportRiskBeginnings
In practice
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Motivational speech about entrepreneurship.
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