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.
Jahin Patwary
I can’t name just one person—I owe my values around hard work to many: family, friends, teachers, mentors, and colleagues. The truth is, you rarely achieve anything alone; seeking help and learning to delegate are essential. That said, self-driven learning is equally important. Deep work sharpens the mind—the hardest part is often just getting started. Read more>>
Pratyik Prasanna
I would say the artist “How2drawanimals” is an inspiration for all of my works. The techniques that he uses is captivating. He opened a way of possibilities by saying that with the help of geometric shapes we could draw a whole animal. Read more>>
Maeion Bryant
A friend of mine who I met as a young adult—her name is Teresa Williams (aka Frankie). She was my agent when I was modeling on the West Coast in Seattle. Frankie taught me the value of hard work, listening, and speaking up for yourself—especially in the business world. I noticed how well respected she was by her clients. Read more>>
Alina Sharipova
My first dance instructor used to say, “Don’t dream of it — work for it.” That has become my motto in life. Hard work and consistency are the key. Read more>>
