Lecture Notes: Business and Entrepreneurship Journey

Speaker Background

• Came to the U.S. at 19 years old with a green card.
• CEO of multiple businesses, including retail locations, construction, gas stations, and vape shops.
• Emphasizes hard work and smart work.
• Advocates diversifying investments.
• Operates in both the U.S. and Canada.

Key Businesses and Ventures

• Retail Locations: Over 200 retail stores aimed for 500 by the end of 2023.
• Construction and Properties: Extensive real estate investments.
• Vape City: Major player in vaping products.
• Food Brands: Owns multiple fast-food chains (e.g., Churches Chicken) and hookah bars (e.g., Crave Hookah Bar).
• Gas Stations: Owns gas stations in Chicago and Texas.
• Logistics: Created a logistics service similar to Uber for quicker deliveries.

Business Philosophy and Strategy

• Work Hard and Smart: Stresses the importance of not just working hard but also working smart to avoid 9-to-5 jobs for a lifetime.
• Diversification: