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How To Make A Million Before You Turn 20

Forever in search of the secrets to entrepreneurial success, the editors at Forbes peeked into the inspirational lives of five whiz kids who built million-dollar enterprises before the age of 20. While their peers were out making trouble, these young achievers were making bank.

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The five teen millionaire entrepreneurs partnered with friends, siblings and mentors, or did the work on their own. Three are from the U.S., two from the U.K. All started at age 15 or younger—and one before he broke double digits. Their common thread? Preternatural business sense and demon drive to turn ideas into reality.

It’s an inspiring article that proves the point: Anyone can do it. You’re too old, you say? Not so! There’s no rule that says you have to be a teen to succeed! This article describes, in words and pictures, exactly how these young entrepreneurs took their ideas and turned them into success. It’s a good read!

Posted on Feb 20, 2008 at 08:00AM by Registered CommenterDoug in | Comments7 Comments

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Reader Comments (7)

I must asume these kids had guidance from either a parent or someone who knew how to arrange for distribution, legal requirements etc.

Still, a very impressive and inspiring group of young people.

February 20 | Unregistered Commenterdesignergeek

Let's pitch the idea of buying the record collection to these kids. They put up the money and we share in the profits when we exploit the collection.

February 20 | Unregistered CommenterFrank B.

Wow! When I was their age, all I wanted to do was play baseball!

February 20 | Unregistered CommenterTeddy

When I was their age I was still mowing lawns and working summers at my parents' restaurant. These kids are amazing!

February 20 | Unregistered Commentergallahad

I must show this to my grandchildren! Maybe it will inspire them!

February 20 | Unregistered CommenterBarbara

I bet my mother's jam is at least as good. I must be a bad daughter. I should have sold it and become a millionaire!

February 21 | Unregistered CommenterDarcy

Bully for these young people! No worries as to how they will pay for college.

February 21 | Unregistered CommenterHalsHacienda

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