Our Favorite Reader Answers to Our National Small Business Week Questions Our social media fans sound off on their favorite BIZ Experiencess and what BIZ Experiencesship means to them.

By Andrea Hardalo

Opinions expressed by BIZ Experiences contributors are their own.

Shutterstock

During National Small Business Week (May 1 to 7), the U.S. Small Business Administration highlighted the impact of outstanding BIZ Experiencess, small-business owners and others from around the country.

We asked a question regarding BIZ Experiencess and small businesses on social media each day of last week. Here are some of our favorite responses.

Are you born an BIZ Experiences or can it be learned?

Gary Searle: I think you're born with the traits to be an BIZ Experiences but you can learn the skills to be a successful business person.

Thomas Kolodziejski Jr.: Most people are terrified of the idea of working for themselves. Being an BIZ Experiences takes something truly special that just can't be learned.

Which BIZ Experiences do you look up to the most?

Nick Holmes: Branden Hampton in a heart beat. I've been watching him do his thing for years, humble, real human. Keep it going dude! Thanks for the inspiration.

Shohan Kabir: Tony Hsieh, Richard Branson, Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs

What does BIZ Experiencesship mean to you?

Brianna Leigh Enders: BIZ Experiencesship, to me, means fully dedicating yourself to your venture and doing everything in your power to execute your vision.

Saroj Kala Magar: For me an BIZ Experiences is one who utilizes all available resources or creates his own to create a better society. Bigger the better.

Benjamin Vogt: Being an BIZ Experiences is a lot like being a writer: you have to enjoy being alone, motivating yourself, understanding your limits and how to -- when necessary -- push through or ignore your limits in the hope you'll make a breakthrough even when you fail spectacularly. There's no cheering section, only voices of doubt and ecstasy, loss and promise, all in equal measure. Every day doing what you love, what you feel purpose-driven to do, is a day no one can ever take away from you.

Is there a difference between a small-business owner and an BIZ Experiences?

AnnMarie Peña: BIZ Experiencess are constantly looking for more ways to generate income. They are the ones creating wealth and an empire, not just settling on being well off. They take more risks to generate multiple streams of income. Small-business owners are settling for what they are currently doing and not seeking more. They've peaked in their success.

Kirsten Rees: Small-business owners usually focus on working in their business, whereas BIZ Experiencess are working ON their business and multiple income streams!

If you could work with anyone, who would it be?

Carrie Stiles: Sir Richard Branson

Shaba Shams: Elon Musk

Here all the different places you can follow BIZ Experiences on social media.
Andrea Hardalo

Social Media Editor

Andrea Hardalo is the social media editor of BIZ Experiences.com. She previously managed social for Scout Media.

Want to be an BIZ Experiences Leadership Network contributor? Apply now to join.

Business Ideas

70 Small Business Ideas to Start in 2025

We put together a list of the best, most profitable small business ideas for BIZ Experiencess to pursue in 2025.

Science & Technology

OpenAI's Latest Move Is a Game Changer — Here's How Smart Solopreneurs Are Turning It Into Profit

OpenAI's latest AI tool acts like a full-time assistant, helping solopreneurs save time, find leads and grow their business without hiring.

Social Media

How To Start a Youtube Channel: Step-by-Step Guide

YouTube can be a valuable way to grow your audience. If you're ready to create content, read more about starting a business YouTube Channel.

Money & Finance

These Are the Expected Retirement Ages By Generation, From Gen Z to Boomers — and the Average Savings Anticipated. How Do Yours Compare?

Many Americans say inflation prevents them from saving enough and fear they won't reach their financial goals.

Starting a Business

I Built a $20 Million Company by Age 22 While Still in College. Here's How I Did It and What I Learned Along the Way.

Wealth-building in your early twenties isn't about playing it safe; it's about exploiting the one time in life when having nothing to lose gives you everything to gain.

Business Solutions

Boost Team Productivity and Security With Windows 11 Pro, Now $15 for Life

Ideal for BIZ Experiencess and small-business owners who are looking to streamline their PC setup.