Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs are the dreamers and doers who create their own businesses from the ground up. Whether it's a barbershop, a clothing brand, a tech startup, or a food truck, entrepreneurs take an idea and turn it into reality. They're the bosses, the innovators, and the risk-takers who drive our economy forward.

The income for entrepreneurs varies wildly — some start small and grow into multi-million dollar companies, while others build comfortable local businesses that serve their community. There's no salary cap when you own your business, but there's also no guaranteed paycheck, especially in the beginning.

There's no single certification required to become an entrepreneur, but education helps. Business courses, mentorship programs, and organizations like SCORE and the Small Business Administration (SBA) offer free resources. NYC also has programs specifically designed to help young entrepreneurs and minority-owned businesses get started.

Being an entrepreneur takes courage, creativity, and hustle. You'll face challenges, but the freedom of building something that's yours is incredibly rewarding. East Flatbush and Brooklyn are full of successful Black and Brown entrepreneurs who started with nothing but a dream and hard work. You could be next.