Running a successful business can be far from glamorous. In fact, its often a grind that requires determination, grit, and sacrifice. So, what drives top entrepreneurs to keep at it day after day? This Changes Things hosts Jill Wagner and Baker Machado take a look at where some of the top founders and CEOs find their inspiration. Tina Sharkey, Co-Founder of Brandless is inspired by the power of nature. She says it's a reminder that we are just a small speck of sand in the larger universe. CEO and Founder of Hint, Kara Goldin, finds her inspiration by traveling and experiencing different cultures. She says the people she encounters give her fresh perspective and help drive her creativity. Plus, Pure Barre Founder Carrie Dorr says she's inspired by people who posses a combination of great intelligence and an equal amount of humility...a combination she finds, is very rare.

Share:
More In Culture
Philips Norelco and Movember Tackle Men's Health
This November, Philips Norelco is partnering with Movember® in the United States and Canada to urge men to tackle health issues that are right under their noses. Brett Bardsley, Category Leader, Philips Grooming & Beauty, and Dr. Jake Taylor MD, MPH, Chief Urology Resident at NYU Langone Health, join None of the Above to break down how this partnership is more than just growing & grooming a Mo all month long, what men should know about their own mental and physical well-being, and the impact Philips continues to have as a global health technology company supporting men’s health programming and delivering meaningful innovations. Learn more about how to get involved at Philips.com/Movember
DoorDash to Acquire Food Delivery Company Wolt
Food delivery giant DoorDash is acquiring European food delivery company Wolt. The all-stock deal is valued at $8.1 billion and is expected to close in the first half of 2022. The companies say they share a mission to build a global delivery platform. Gerber Kawasaki investment advisor Eva Agi joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss what the deal means for Doordash, as well as its customers and investors.
Identity Verification Startup Socure Raises $450 Million
Identity verification startup Socure recently raised $450 million dollars in a series E round, bringing the company's valuation to $4.5 billion. Socure says it is now the highest-valued private company in the identity verification space, and that the funds will be used to accelerate its mission to verify 100% of good identities and eliminate identity fraud across all industries. Socure Founder and CEO Johnny Ayers joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss.
Biden Administration Cracks Down on Cybersecurity
The Biden Administration has issued a new order aimed at all federal agencies which would order them to patch hundreds of cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Chief Evangelist at Intrusion Gary Davis and Chief Security Advisor at SentinelOne Morgan Wright, joined Cheddar to discuss more.
Taxi Business Is Going Electric
The electric vehicle space is about to see a whole new shift in its market particularly in Taxi Industry. Ride-Hailing apps like Uber and Lyft though could be left behind from this era since they cannot force their drivers to drive specific cars. Executive Analyst from ISeeCars.Com, joined Cheddar to discuss more.
Load More