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28 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

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Back in 1997, when I was a high school junior and my brother Evan was a freshman, we launched a local moving service called Meathead Movers. I originally provided pro-bono public relations services to artists and non-profits due to my love for the community and the arts. 4- Started as a part-time work. Photo Credit: Aaron Steed.

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30 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

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Armed with this knowledge, you’re able to operate a customer-centric business that never loses sight of its North Star: fixing customer pain points. In 1997 at just 42 years old, I suffered a massive heart attack that landed me in the ICU. Thanks to Evian Gutman, Padlifter ! #5- Thanks to David Hernandez, lotus823 ! #29-