Business Quote by Kenneth Cole
“After working with my father for two years, we started Candie's, a line of imported shoes from Italy. Then in 1982 I set out to start my own business.”
About This Quote
The speaker recounts gaining experience with his father before launching his own venture, highlighting the transition from apprenticeship to entrepreneurship.
In simple terms: Learned from family business, then started own company.
Key Takeaway
Leverage early experience before founding your own business.
Themes
entrepreneurship
family business
career development
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- starting a fashion brand
- opening a retail store
- seeking investors
- building a supply chain
Key Concepts
apprenticeship
independence
risk taking
Questions to Reflect On
- What skills did you gain from your father that helped you?
- How will you mitigate startup risks?
A Different Perspective
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