“I had a brain stem stroke in 1988 when I was 26, so I’ve had my physical challenges. My mind is great. It’s just the physical ability. “I’m not paralyzed, but I can’t walk because of the stroke. I’m naturally left-handed, but I can only … Continue readingSmall business owner doesn’t let stroke stop him
“My boy is 19 years old and he’s fixing to go back to college. He went the first semester last year and my wife has been trying to convince him to go back. Me, not so much. “I don’t think college is necessarily for everybody. … Continue readingDad says college may not be for everyone
“This place was built in 1928. It served as an interurban depot, moving people back and forth through the area. “We bought the building and land from the Missouri Pacific Railroad and opened our feed store here in 1984. Over those 31 years, we’ve probably … Continue readingRetirement top of mind for feed store owner
“My plan is to become a fishing and hunting guide. You’ve got to love what you do, and I’ve always loved to hunt and fish. I just enjoy being outside. I can’t be inside. I worked at Academy for a short period of time in … Continue readingHe dreams of becoming a fishing, hunting guide
“The majority of items we sell come from buying old storage units at auctions. The secret is to make sure you only bid based on what you can see. Don’t take a lot of chances or get into a bidding war with people. “The most … Continue readingOh, the treasures you can find in storage units
“I was born and raised in Kuwait, then lived in Amman, Jordan, before moving to the States when I was 22. “When I came here, I had very basic knowledge of English. Now I’m married, I’m a small business owner, and I’m working toward my … Continue readingYoung business owner living the American dream
“I helped my grandpa do his roof one time when I was young, and I really enjoyed it. Now I work for myself, doing home repairs. “I do pretty much everything … plumbing, electrical, you name it. I enjoy making cabinets the most. I’ll never … Continue readingHe uses his hands to help pay the bills
“No sir, I’m not retired. I’ll be 79 on July the 24th, and I probably work 60 hours a week. “From the time I was real small, I thought I was a partner in the business with my dad. He developed the Graywood subdivision in … Continue readingNearly 80, working hard, and available 24/7
“Did I see myself being co-owner of a gym? No. I got a degree in management information systems, so I thought I’d be working with computers or something in the business field. During my senior year of college I realized fitness was more my calling.” … Continue reading‘I realized fitness was more my calling’