Dancy SPIRITUAL.FRIENDLY. G E SUOREN

R: What are three traits you feel an entrepreneur must have?

DR: Entrepreneurs should have the foresight to know when they need help from others. They should be resilient when they see something is not working, but then be willing to find a better way. Above all, they must have a vision for what they want, have a passion for it, and never allow anyone to steal their dreams.

R: Why do you what you do?

DR: I love to teach because it gives me a chance to see the success of others. The messages in my writing help provide strength to those who are willing to hear. These two things, teaching and writing are my passions, and I am elated when others are elevated from what they learn from me.

R: How do you persist in the face of challenges within your business?

DR: I persist through difficulties because I am passionate about what I do, and when challenges come, as they always will, I refuse to believe that there is no answer to the problem. I never allow difficulties to steal the gifts and plans God has put in my hands.

R: How do you measure success?

DR: For me, the measure of success is if I have helped someone else. If my actions, my words, my gifts have provided at least a glimmer of hope for another person, then I view that as success.

R: 100 years from now when people learn about you, what do you want to be known for?

DR: One hundred years from now I hope people have learned one of the major lessons from my novels: Forgiveness is for you, not the person who hurt you. Forgiveness lifts the weight from your shoulders, eases the pain, and allows you to open your heart again.

R: Give three tips to new business owners, and leaders.

DR: Take a business course. Find a knowledgeable mentor. Be patient.