Before looking at the challenges in business today with a heavy heart, keep in mind that businesses that existed 164 years ago and are still thriving all experienced and survived the Civil War, two World Wars, Prohibition, the Great Depression, and at least 16 recessions!  Add to these, massive fires to manufacturing plants which were not uncommon due to being constructed with lumber.  Do not give up! 

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This American multi-generation family business is quite a testimony to how much,with persistence, one is able to accomplish even coming from a very traumaticexperience of losing both parents at such a young age.   Their history is inspiration on many levels! Bravo!

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Bean, L. L. (Leon Leonwood),1872-1966. Hunting, Fishing,and Camping. Bedford, MA Applewood Books; Saybrook, CT.Distributed by Globe Pequot Press, [1993]

Bean, L. L.(Leon Leonwood), 1872-1966. MyStory: The Autobiography of a Down-East Merchant. Freeport,Me. L.L. Bean. c1960.

Here are two inspiring quotes that can be inspirational as one comes to terms with their desire to have their own business.

Albert Einstein famously said, "Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world."

As Charles Kettering once noted, the opportunities of man are limited only by his imagination. But so few have imagination that there are ten thousand fiddlers to one The composer.

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There are great tools readily available for businesses that are sometimes both free and powerful. Sad to say that for many businesses their ABOUT tab on their website is surprisingly underdeveloped.  Learn about four strong benefits to your bottom line in having a well constructed ABOUT section on your company's website. You'll never look at the ABOUT tab the same way again!

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Apprenticeship programs are a wonderful start for becoming an electrician.  Another option is to get a bachelor degree in electrical engineering!  There areincredible opportunities in a range of industries for an electrical engineer and it seems as if the options are growing daily!  Yes, the trades are a great choice for a nicelivelihood.  How great to see success unfold in the history for one American multi-generation family business highlighted today!

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One endearing and powerful lesson handed down to Jeff Kavich & his sister, Amee Zetzman, of ALL MAKES OFFICE FURNITURE COMPANY, from their Dad had to do with priorities.  Their Dad noted that it was critical that their first priority is to each other as brother and sister.  AND, yes, as Amee has noted, they have each others’ back.  Their ALL MAKES COMPANY is without doubt a family culture. 

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https://www.spiritofomaha.com/metro-magazine/the-magazine/celebrating-life-remembering-larry-kavich/article_c9e25721-520d-5239-af39-4853d770353b.html#:~:text=Kavich%20attended%20the%20University%20of,granddaughters%20as%20well%2C%20Andi%20said.

The beauty of learning about the histories of America's multi-generation family businesses is that you get to experience their journey from start to present day. These big picture views are priceless if you are contemplating starting your own business. These documented histories are a gift! Enjoy and please support them whenever possible.... ⁠www.generationsmadeinamerica.com/family-business-histories⁠⁠⁠

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You never know what is just around the corner!  Being aware often pertains to opportunities for business but even more valuable is being aware of ‘you’ and what your purposeful life truly might be! A great quote attributed to Mark Twain captures it so well.  "When you work at something you love, you'll never work a day in your life"

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https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/luck-companies-celebrates-100-years/#:~:text=In%20the%20company's%20100%20years,leader%20to%20join%20the%20company.

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Opportunities are all around us and as seen in the history of today's highlighted family business, you never know when or where an opportunity will come knocking at your door. In the interim, best to be as prepared as possible, be aware, and be ready.  ⁠www.generationsmadeinamerica.com/family-business-histories⁠⁠⁠

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This multi-generation family business's present CEO referenced a beautiful quote by George Bernard Shaw at their 75th Years Celebration. It says: The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

His reflection on this quote: SO... GIVEN OUR SUCCESS IN OUR 75 YEARS HISTORY I THINK WE CAN CLAIM THAT WE HAVE BEEN REASONABLY UNREASONABLE. 

So very well said regarding his amazing company...

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