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From Zero to CEO: You Can Do More Than You Think
Real Evidence when You Start with Nothing
So, zero to CEO, that is the dream. But can it actually happen? Of course! Look around you, there are plenty of successful stories out there of people who started with nothing and built their brands into empires.
These rags-to-riches tales are not only inspirational, but serve as blueprints for anyone who wants to believe in themselves and overcome all the obstacles that stand in the way of success. These real-life success stories will motivate you to do more than you ever thought you could.
1. Sara Blakely: The Inventor of Spanx
Sara Blakely’s path to the billionaire’s club began when she wrote herself a cheque for $5,000, a figure that represented her entire savings: ‘Sara Louise Blakely will be a billionaire.’
After selling fax machines door-to-door, Blakely conceived of her shapewear company, Spanx, after cutting the feet off her pantyhose to make her underwear look more flawless underneath white pants.
Blakely had no fashion or business background, no investors, and spent hours reading up on fabric and persuading manufacturers to take her seriously.
