My 7-year-old wanted to make money, so I helped him start a small business. He learned about confidence and rejection.

The author's son started a small business in the neighborhood.

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• My 7-year-old wanted to make money, so I encouraged him to start a neighborhood recycling service.
• He went door to door with a wagon, collecting cans and bottles each week.
• He took initiative and built something on his own; it reminded me entrepreneurship isn't about age.

My husband and I have built businesses across multiple industries, both separately and together.