Quote by Sara Blakely

When I was 7, I came up with the idea of 'charm socks.' My mom would take me to buy bags of plastic charms, we would sew them on frilly white socks, and I sold them at school.

When I was 7, I came up with the idea of 'charm socks.' My m

Summary

This quote showcases a young person's entrepreneurial spirit and creativity. At the age of 7, the speaker came up with the idea of "charm socks," which involved sewing plastic charms onto frilly white socks. Their mother supported and encouraged this venture by taking them to buy the necessary materials. The entrepreneurial spirit demonstrated by the speaker is remarkable at such a tender age, as they not only came up with a unique product idea but also pursued it by selling the charm socks at school. This quote highlights the importance of fostering and nurturing children's creativity and allowing them to explore their innovative ideas.

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By Sara Blakely

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