10 Entrepreneurs Share Their Greatest Influences…

Entrepreneurs have different backgrounds and philosophies and work in a variety of industries, but what they have in common is that they each have a person whom they look up to that affects and inspires their work ethic.

Whether it is a parent, a mentor in their field, an investor, a co-founder, even someone they have never met but whose life and ideas resonate with them, you never know who will profoundly shape how you approach your work and career.

We asked these 10 entrepreneurs, “Who influences you the most in your work?” Here are their responses.