Who taught you the most about work?

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.

Nia Williams

Growing up, my mom taught me a lot about work. My mom has always been hard-working, passionate, and dedicated to her work. She encouraged me to find a career that doesn’t always feel like work; it should be something you feel passionate about and fulfilled by. Read more>>

Carlos Wright

The biggest lessons I learned about work came from the people I grew up alongside. My friends in Slay Squad, Oddly Shrugs, and the 111 Collective and also both my parents helped shape my mindset and my approach to everything I do. Seeing their discipline, their creativity, and their relentless drive showed me what real work looks like. Read more>>

Gabriel Beeler

I learned about hard work on my own. Hard work is the key to every success story. It teaches us to be disciplined, focused, and persistent, especially when faced with adversities. I grew up poor and encountered many life lessons early on, that made me stronger than most people. Growing up with little money, creativity became a survival skill. Read more>>

Yuexi Li

The most is defiantly people in my industry, The directors, other editors, and my working mentors taught me the most. Because we speak the same professional language, By observing how they work, collaborating closely, and learning through daily conversations, I developed a stronger approach to both creative and technical challenges. At the same time, I’ve also learned a lot from people outside my industry. Read more>>