In 2004, a 19-year-old Harvard student named Mark Zuckerberg launched a website from his dorm room that would change the way people connect forever. That site was Facebook — now known as Meta , with over 3 billion monthly users worldwide. Zuckerberg didn’t just build a social network — he built a digital universe where … Read more
In a world filled with flashy billionaires who live extravagant lives, Warren Buffett stands out — not just for his wealth, but for his simplicity, wisdom, and long-term thinking. Known as the “Oracle of Omaha” , Buffett built his fortune through patient investing, value-based decisions, and a deep understanding of business fundamentals. Today, he’s one … Read more
In the 1970s, a young Harvard dropout named Bill Gates saw the future — and it was digital. Along with Paul Allen , he co-founded Microsoft , helping launch the personal computer revolution and turning Windows into the world’s most dominant operating system. But after decades of building one of the world’s most valuable companies, … Read more
In 1987, Howard Schultz took a bold gamble. He bought a small Seattle-based coffee chain called Starbucks — which at the time had just 11 stores. But his vision was far greater than selling coffee — he wanted to create a “third place” between home and work where people could connect over a cup of … Read more
Indra Nooyi isn’t just a name — it’s a symbol of what visionary leadership looks like when combined with empathy, resilience, and purpose. As CEO of PepsiCo from 2006 to 2018 , she led one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies through transformative change — redefining its product line, pushing for sustainability, and … Read more
In 2014, Mary Barra made history by becoming the first woman to lead a major global automaker as CEO of General Motors (GM) . But her journey wasn’t just about breaking barriers — it was about reshaping an entire industry. Starting from the factory floor at age 18, Barra climbed the ranks through hard work, … Read more
In 1964, a young accounting graduate named Phil Knight had a bold idea. He believed that Japanese running shoes could outperform the German brands dominating the market at the time. With just $50 in capital , he started a small business importing athletic shoes from Japan — calling it Blue Ribbon Sports . That tiny … Read more
In 1997, Reed Hastings faced a common problem: he forgot to return a DVD and was hit with a $40 late fee. That small annoyance sparked an idea that would revolutionize entertainment — Netflix . Starting as a DVD-by-mail rental service , Netflix evolved into the world’s leading streaming platform , with over 230 million … Read more
In 1994, Jeff Bezos left his well-paying job on Wall Street after noticing one thing: the internet was growing at a staggering rate — 2,300% per year . With just $300,000 in savings and a bold idea, he moved to Seattle and started selling books out of his garage. That small online bookstore would soon … Read more
In 2000, Sara Blakely had just $5,000 in savings, no business degree, and no fashion background. Yet, she dared to create something that would change women’s undergarment industry forever — Spanx . Today, Spanx is a billion-dollar brand , and Sara is the world’s youngest self-made female billionaire on Forbes ’ list. What makes her … Read more