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About Sara Smith

Hey Everyone! I am Sara Smith and I currently work for the WCU Division of IT. I am excited about this opportunity to learn more about the entrepreneurial world!

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Interview with April DeBord

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April DeBord is a 31 year old high school teacher who has her Masters and is planning to do her Doctorate within the next 2 years.  She is also a Mary Kay consultant and aspires to start a restaurant one day.  She inspired me with her multifaceted life and ambition! Enjoy!

What do you find most rewarding about being your own boss?
I can set my own hours and since my job is just on the side I can choose to work or not.  I just get some extra money if I choose to work or not.  I think that’s the best thing about having your own business you get to make it what you want to make it.

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Interview with Phil Drake

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBXY-1v7nII

Phil Drake is what his wife calls a “Terminal Entrepreneur”.  Phil has started/owned 18 successful businesses that all still report to him.  Please enjoy his interview.  I apologize for the sound we were eating dinner at his restaurant The Boiler Room.  Here is a link to Drake Software his first business that has been operating for almost 40 years.

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