It’s perfectly fine if you don’t know what you want to do with your life. In fact, for a while, it could even be desirable. The most essential decision of all is to choose to live on your terms, to trust your instincts, and to live as honestly as possible. It’s also necessary to take … Read more

Pierre Omidyar began working on a basic buyer-to-buyer auction website in 1995, branding it Auction Web and originally used it to sell off his unwanted personal belongings after spending much of his 20s hopping between various software development jobs. However, once he saw the potential demand for seemingly insignificant items, the site began to flourish. … Read more

A slight lapse of judgement can be costly for any business. That’s why attention to detail is a highly desirable trait for anyone chasing success. Detail-oriented people are more likely to notice a mistake and prevent it from causing catastrophic consequences. This week’s story of Terry Gou exemplifies that… Terry Gou had a rocky start … Read more

This week’s subject teaches us not to sit and wait for perfect opportunities to present themselves. Find a passion and seize the initiative! Make your move. You have control over your decisions and can choose to wait or to pursue your goals. If things aren’t working for you, find something you are enthusiastic about and … Read more

Starting and managing your own small business may be one of life’s most rewarding experiences. Don’t let your fear of failure prevent you from taking advantage of opportunities. You might not be able to overcome your dread. But, with enough triumphs under your belt, you’ll be able to manage it. Why not begin right now? … Read more

Sophia Amoruso was diagnosed with ADHD when she was a child, and as a result, she was removed from the educational system. She found herself with difficult early years, waitressing in restaurants and looking for work anywhere she could. Things became even worse once her parents split; she was left penniless and spent her days … Read more

John Paul DeJoria is the brains behind two thriving businesses: Paul Mitchell hair products and Patron tequila. However, John Paul did not start as a successful millionaire; in fact, his road to prosperity has been long and winding. Despite this, he has managed to inspire millions of people and be included among the best business … Read more