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72 American Business Owners on What Motivated Them To Become Entrepreneurs

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In 2004, we saw an opportunity in updating an existing apparel accessory that had not really changed in decades. We do have a retail store in Independence, Virginia and welcome visitors from all over the world. John always dreamed of owning his own slipper-making business, and was ready for this new challenge.

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234 American Business Owners on Starting, Scaling and Staying Inspired

BigCommerce

Their stories are conveniently ignored when you hear about the extinction of small businesses. In reading this article, you’ve begun a journey into the passions, success stories and advice of more than 200 American business owners trying to make ends meet while they make life a little sweeter for those around them.