Some minority business owners in Vermilion County shared tips Wednesday on how they have managed to succeed. They were participating in a panel discussion at Danville Area Community College as part of Black History Month.
Timothy Leek took over his father’s funeral business, and says staying confident was a key factor to succeed….
Terry Gouard owns a barbershop in Danville. So how does he feel race relations have affected his business?
Some of the other tips from those on the panel include:
- Make sure you are continuously learning;
- Don’t let anything deter you;
- Remember everyone will not accept you, but be kind to people;
- Take time-out for yourself and your family for mini vacations;
- Remember, everyone’s money is green.
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