Blog #7 Mary Kay Inc.
One of the most successful entrepreneurial companies is Mary Kay Inc. which was founded by Mary Kay Ash in 1963. This is a company that sells skin care and cosmetic products. Largely considered as American’s leading female entrepreneur, Mary Kay Ash started the company with $5000 loan. Now the company now does several billion dollars of sales a year. It was because of Mary Kay’s dedication and hard work that the company became a success. Behind the business is a strong ethical foundation. Mary Kay Ash claims that the foundation of the company was built on the Golden Rule, that is, “treat others as you would want them to treat you”, to which she accredits much of the company’s success. She also creates a great work environment for employees by encouraging them to live a balanced life. She lives by motto “God first, family second, career third.”
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