The Wizard of Oz in Entrepreneurship: Things Aren't Always What They Seem by Nancey Harris

 

Nancey Harris is the Co-founder and COO of Vontélle Eyewear, which celebrates cultural diversity through fashion, fit, and function. Formerly a sales executive at Paramount and BLACK ENTERPRISE, she is a Goldman Sachs 10k Small Businesses Program ambassador, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority member, and advocate for her son with Down Syndrome.

The journey of entrepreneurship often mirrors the tale of The Wizard of Oz, where appearances can be deceiving, and reality is much more complex than it seems. People often assume that because Vontélle is now featured in America's Best, appears in multiple interviews, and has even landed TV ads with FIVERR, we are multimillionaires living the high life. However, we are still climbing our way to Mount Success.

Entrepreneurship is multi-faceted and demands relentless hard work, dedication, and perseverance. While it may seem like there are tens and tens of people working behind the scenes to keep the magic alive, the reality is that it's just a handful of us making it all happen. Each member of our team wears multiple hats, juggling various responsibilities to ensure that our vision comes to life.

Being an entrepreneur means constantly navigating through challenges, seizing opportunities, and pushing through setbacks. It’s about finding innovative solutions and staying resilient, even when the odds seem stacked against us. Our journey involves late nights, early mornings, and an unwavering commitment to our mission of providing exceptional eyewear that celebrates and serves diverse populations.

Despite the glamorous appearances, our success is built on the collective effort of a small, dedicated team. We are driven by passion and fueled by the support of our community. Every interview, feature, and ad is a testament to our hard work and the belief that we can make a difference.

Everything is not as it appears; when you pull back the curtain, you realize that the person or people orchestrating everything to keep the business running might just remind you of "The Wizard of Oz."

Learn more about Nancey at www.vontelleeyewear.com Instagram: @vontelleeyewear

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