I started a business when grappling with boredom and teen angst in my small town. I had it all: good grades, leadership positions in high school organizations, and a promising future at a decent college.
I felt like something was very wrong, so I stepped out of my comfort zone to find out.
When I started my boutique, I had no start-up capital and no previous knowledge. No one else in my family was an entrepreneur. This makes my story truly that of the American dream.
I gathered inventory from my wardrobe and set up shop in my garage while looking ahead to posting online inventory. After making my first $1,000 over the summer, a large amount for a teenage girl with no bills, I was hooked.
Years of daily effort to be my best, learning the art and science of business, and pursuing higher education led my business to be a success. Despite this fact, there are some things I wish I had done differently:
Early in my entrepreneurship career, I made the correct decision to start a personal brand. The personal brand I developed was very pink, very floral, and very youthful. The brand suited me well as a boutique owner in high school, especially since it reflected my style.
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