As you prepare to celebrate the U.S.'s Independence Day today, entrepreneurs around the globe ought to similarly celebrate their freedom.
Just like our founding fathers took a massive risk to break away from British rule in 1776, entrepreneurs have sought independence from a career path controlled by others. And for those who've yet to get started, here are a few encouraging words of wisdom about being independent from famous entrepreneurs:
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1. Este Lauder, co-founder of Este Lauder Companies
2. Bestselling-romance author Nora Roberts
3. Rachael Ray, businesswoman and TV personality
4. Co-founder of CanWest Global Communications Gerry Schwartz
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5. Mary Kay Ash, founder of Mary Kay cosmetics
6. Richard Branson, serial entrepreneur and founder of Virgin Group
7. Steve Jobs, co-founder and former CEO of Apple
8. Serial entrepreneur and real-estate mogul Donald Trump
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9. Niklas Zennstrm, co-founder of Skype
10. Former CEO of United Artists and film producer Jerry Weintraub
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