Lisa McSherry, Lex’s of Carytown & Mamie’s Apothecary

My First Job Was
I was 15 and worked at a T-shirt and hat printing press. I made logoed T-shirts and hats

Best Advice I’ve Received
There will be so many highs and lows of owning your own business but never give up!

Valuable Lessons I’ve Learned
Always be willing to adapt and change your business idea depending on customers’ needs.

Top Strengths
Management, Operations, Sales, Starting Up

Passionate About
opening a small business, working with employees, increasing sales

Hobbies & Interests
Cooking, Walking, Reading,

Other Mentors

Duncan Thomas, CarSource, Inc.

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My First Job WasMy first job to make some money was when I was 13 years old during my first year in boarding school. I had a camera -a Range finder. I enjoyed photography and would take pictures of other students for a small fee. I would have the pictures developed on...

Sarah Nicholas, Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppes

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My First Job WasMy first job was waiting tables at this small French restaurant in Harrisonburg VA. I loved it because I love food and especially French food. It taught me so many things and, strangely enough, one of my most memorable takeaways is how to open a bottle...

Melissa Ball, Ball Office Products

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My First Job WasMy first real W2 job was as a traffic counter for a civil engineering firm. Best Advice I’ve ReceivedThere is dignity in work so always make sure to preserve the dignity of others. Valuable Lessons I’ve LearnedYour accountant should be a strategist,...