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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.

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72 American Business Owners on What Motivated Them To Become Entrepreneurs

BigCommerce

In 2011, at the height of the economic crisis, I was laid off due to the firm’s financial difficulties. I have experienced an amazing 30% increase in revenue each year since 2011 and have helped thousands of people save money on their groceries. So, when asked what my motivation was behind the start of the business, it was do or die!