America is a beacon of hope and opportunity. Not just for people who were lucky enough to be born here, but also for people around the world. It’s important to remember that beacon is kept alight by the entrepreneurs who are living out their dreams now, and the future entrepreneurs who are working towards one day living that dream. Collectively entrepreneurs own a vast wealth of knowledge and experience. They have stories that can make you laugh, or cry, or feel inspired to change the world. They can provide mentorship and guidance that can improve your decision making, or provide a different perspective. I wanted to share some of their wisdom because small business owners are an important part of our society. They are continually building upon, creating, and accumulating wealth beyond financial gain.