Anyone who has taken any kind of business class knows that there is no set formula for being successful as an entrepreneur. There is always something new to learn from every success story. Different people have achieved success in different ways, but it’s generally agreed upon that hard work, focus, and determination are crucial to personal success.
Devin Wills is one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the US. He is the CEO of A&W Contracting, a top-tier roofing contractor in the States. He also serves as the chairman of Hands Across Atlanta, a nonprofit organization helping to transform thousands of lives in the Atlanta area. For years now, Devin has been at the helm of the two companies, steering them both to massive success.
Over the last four years, Devin has piloted A&W Contracting through numerous ups and downs to financial stability. As the CEO, Devin needed to implement strategies that would see them through the recent uncertainties in the construction industry, most notably the unprecedented economic setbacks brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Devin says that the importance of planning ahead can never be overstated. No one can ever predict the future, but they can always plan out strategies to help them prepare for whatever might occur.
To him, it’s the people one surrounds themselves with that create the perfect environment for any business to grow. Devin strongly believes in the benefits of surrounding oneself with the right team; ultimately, this will help them survive in the highly competitive business environment. Any entrepreneur is no doubt shouldering a great deal of responsibility and work, and unless they have the best minds close to them, they may find it tough to achieve their goals. What's important is learning how to manage the people around them effectively. Leading by example is the way to get the best out of people.
Additionally, self-awareness and having a clear purpose in life are important. Having self-awareness helps someone identify what their strengths are and what areas of expertise might need improvement. For instance, Devin was quick to realize that he couldn’t run his contracting company all by himself, and the staff at A&W Contracting were the key to the continued success of the company. He had the vision to succeed but needed experts in other areas to help him effectively execute his vision.
His passion for helping others has been significant in his role at Hands Across Atlanta. He believes in positively impacting other people’s lives by helping them uncover their hidden potential. Through Devin’s leadership, the organization has managed to help more individuals than ever before, while simultaneously managing to reduce the overhead costs of their activities. Helping those in need is great but helping those in need while remaining fiscally responsible is even better.
Never be afraid of making mistakes; take them instead as opportunities to learn and grow. As Edison said, “You have not failed; you have just discovered a way to do it differently.”
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