Now it’s fairly common for young people going into the world to be full of passions and interests, hobbies like art, music, and design, but what kids don’t realize is that these passions can become successful business ventures with the right tools and motivation. For young entrepreneur Bella Weems, her passion for design and jewelry became a multi-million dollar business. Weems founded Origami Owl. Origami Owls’ biggest hit product “Living Locket” features a locket with interchangeable charms which can be collected or given as gifts. Weems also started “Owlettes Initiative” which focuses on connecting with young kids who wish to become young entrepreneurs. She shares her success story along with tips to build a business and thus gives back to her community.
Seeing people give their knowledge to others is an amazing thing. I think the Owlettes Initiative is cool in how it shows young kids to think like an entrepreneur. I also think it’s cool the emphasis that is put on turning a small thing into something really special. In this case a multi-million dollar business.
This is a great post for highlighting the importance of what entrepreneurship can really be with the right motivation. This business emphasizes that what you love and what you do for a living shouldn’t have to be different things. By setting an example of doing what we love for making a living, we can inspire others who are coming into the world of entrepreneurship to develop and hone the skills and hobbies they love, creating an environment comprised of the most skilled individuals who are happy because they are doing what they love.