In 1946 a man by the name of William E. Moore opened up a paint store. That paint store was called Kelly-Moore paint and it became one of the nation's largest independent paint companies. William E. Moore was a man that built that paint company by hiring good employees, treating them fairly and expecting an honest day's work. What really drove William E. Moore? William E. Moore grew up during slow economic times in the 1930's where many were struggling to make ends meet with their families. Moore was born in Oklahoma and grew up in Arkansas. When Moore was in his late 20's he persuaded a man by the name of William Kelly, his previous boss at Glidden to come out of retirement. He convinced Mr. Kelly to help him set up the business. In 1952, he bought Mr. Kelly out but never changed the name of the business. It was a small business to start but he build it by driving around to independent contractors and making sales. Mr. Moore retired in 1984 after his company had grown to 150 stores in 8 states. So the question is what drove this man to do such a thing? This sounds like a lot of work?
Would you do this as a kid?
Would you be able to?
Why would you want to? He was probably motivated not just by opening a paint store, but improving the lives of others. With a little hard work and determination and a clear set a goals and expectations others could rally around. Well eventually video games, entertainment and having fun are important, but other things become more important. Slowly one day you may envision your future? What do you want your future to be? Who do you want to have in your future? These are questions you may have never asked yourself before? Growing up you may have completed high school, maybe even not. There are stories of successful business people not even completing high school. Other people may have guided you along the way and eventually one day you asked yourself this question. So what do you want to do? Stories of business people becoming successful at different stages in life and education are abound. What would you like to have in 5 years time? How would it make you feel if you accomplished this on your own? It may be harder than having it given to you, but in the end it may be more rewarding?! There are many resources to help you with achieving such a feet today. Resources that will help get you started and on your way like: United States Small Business Administration
http://www.sba.gov United States Chamber of Commerce
http://www.uschamber.com Enjoy your journey, there will be always a new challenge. |
