I dropped out of college to work at Trivago. Now I run the company.
Trivago CEO Johannes Thomas shares how he rose from intern to chief executive without finishing college, driven by curiosity and learning.
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I invented a new type of landline for kids, and my daughter's friends tested it out. This year, we've raised $3.5 million in funding.
Chet Kittleson created Tin Can to help kids build independence, make their own plans, and connect confidently through simple, screen-free communication.
I founded a company while on maternity leave. In 2022, I hired my husband, and last year, we did more than $4.8 million in revenue.
Carinne Meyrignac founded her company while on maternity leave. She hired her husband in 2022, and last year, they did over $4M in revenue.
I grew up poor and undocumented. I created a beauty brand that generated $2 million in sales in a single day.
Glamlite founder Gisselle Hernandez shares how motherhood motivated her to build a multimillion-dollar beauty brand and redefine success.
Before meeting my NFL player husband, I wanted a career in education. Now I homeschool our 6 kids and make them wear uniforms.
Tamela Gill Davis explains why she homeschools six kids while her husband, Saints linebacker Demario Davis, plays in the NFL.
I kept working as an RN even after my husband had made more than $30 million in the NFL. It gave me a sense of purpose.
Parker Henry reflects on settling in New England, raising her kids, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with her husband Hunter Henry's NFL career.
I never expected to sell pencils. The brand I've built has grown into a $1.7 million sustainability business.
Michael Stausholm turned a simple plantable pencil into SproutWorld, a global brand inspiring sustainability one small idea at a time.
I breed and train dogs that sell for $175,000 each. We place about 20 dogs a year, and it took us a while to be profitable.
Kim Greene, founder of Svalinn Dogs, shares how she turned her childhood fear of dogs into a successful business breeding protection dogs.
We spoke to 10 millionaires about their dream holiday gifts. Their wish lists include ski gear, jewelry, and cheese clubs.
From tech-powered sleep systems to Altra running shoes and Lego art sets, millionaires share what they want this Christmas.
My parents and siblings are doctors, but I became a toy inventor. My company raised $5 million this year.
Fingerlings inventor Sydney Wiseman explains how her viral toy success inspired her to create playful medical tools for children with her sister.
My husband died in the middle of launching a business. I pivoted my career at 55 to take over, and it's helped with my grief.
When her husband died before launching their franchise, Jacqueline Gathers kept his dream alive — and became a successful entrepreneur at 64.
As a multimillionaire and dad of 4, I'm making sure all of my kids have careers before I reveal the extent of my wealth to them
Jean-Baptiste Wautier built his wealth on his own, without family help. He wants his 4 kids to support themselves before he reveals their inheritance.
I'm an architect and CEO. These 5 lessons from my creative career helped me launch my company that has raised $2.7 million.
Architect Guy Ailion founded Mattoboard to bring the creativity of material sampling into a digital, collaborative space.
I was a child star, but at 15 I wanted a normal life. I now run a talent agency that generates $4 million in revenue.
Tatiana Bolaños traded her Sony Records contract for entrepreneurship, founding a $4 million agency supporting women and BIPOC talent.
I'm married to an NFL player. We have 2 homes, and our 3 kids go to different schools to accommodate his schedule.
Clarke Byard is married to Chicago Bear's safety Kevin Byard III. They have two homes, one for during the NFL season, and one in Tennessee.
I don't tie my child's allowance to chores. I wanted him to learn about financial management from an early age.
Meg Wheeler shares how she teaches her son about money using an allowance system focused on financial skills, not chores.
I moved my family and company from the UK to the US. Now that I'm bringing in millions, I worry about ruining my kids.
Jo Baker and her family moved from the UK to Austin in 2013 for her business. She says she doesn't look or sound like a tech CEO in the US.
My dad, President Jimmy Carter, taught me that you shouldn't retire. I'm 75 and following his example and not slowing down.
Jimmy Carter's son Chip says he learned from his dad to never slow down. He took care of his parents for six years before they died in 2023 and 2024.
How to protect your estate and inheritance from an ugly divorce if you lack a prenup, according to financial experts
Three financial experts explain prenups, postnups, stealth prenups, and why you should talk to an attorney before using inheritance for your family.
College admissions expert Jeffrey Selingo wants kids and their parents to stop chasing a dream school. Here's what he suggests instead.
Seven practical steps to help your child zero in on the right college or university from journalist, author, and dad of two, Jeffrey Selingo.