{"product_id":"no-one-is-selfmade-build-your-village-to-flourish-in-business-and-life-isbn-9780063315891","title":"No One Is Self-Made: Build Your Village to Flourish in Business and Life","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the visionary behind the groundbreaking Village Market, this inspirational guide for Black entrepreneurs dares to dismantle the myth of individualism and reveals how collective support can shatter systemic barriers to success.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIt’s a bold business roadmap for entrepreneurs and leaders determined to rewrite the rules of business.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNo One Is Self-Made\u003c\/i\u003e is an inspirational narrative weaving together themes of community, purpose-driven businesses, and collective economics. This book debunks the myth of being self-made and empowers readers to abandon the notion and lean into community on their pathway to success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntrepreneurs at any stage of growth will appreciate Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon’s story—with all the ups and downs of founding The Village Market—and the road-tested advice she dispenses for those striving for success in business, career, and life. She breaks down economic and social factors, missteps that can derail goals, and the tools for community building necessary to create their own thriving village.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, it becomes clear why working within a collective is a more effective path to success than going it alone. That’s where her guiding principle comes in: Support is a verb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing from her own journey and the success of The Village Market, Dr. Hallmon offers a blueprint for building a business that thrives on collective success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Myth of Self-Made:\u003c\/b\u003e A powerful reframing of success that challenges the toxic idea of individualism and shows why your village is your greatest asset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePurpose-Driven Business:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover how to align your unique gifts with a mission-focused approach that fuels both your passion and your profits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollective Economics:\u003c\/b\u003e Learn the actionable strategies behind “Support is a Verb” and how to build a thriving ecosystem that circulates wealth and opportunity within your community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOvercoming Systemic Barriers:\u003c\/b\u003e Get road-tested advice inspired by the founding of The Village Market for navigating the real-world challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eNo One Is Self-Made\u003c\/em\u003e embodies the message that we are one and that we are nothing without our helpers. Dr. Hallmon has been a community leader; now she is showing us how to care for ourselves while building community with others. She is helping entrepreneurs start businesses and nurturing many along the way.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNedra Glover Tawwab, author of New York Times bestsellers Set Boundaries, Find Peace and Drama Free\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon's \u003cem\u003eNo One Is Self-Made\u003c\/em\u003e is a powerful reminder that success is built on community and collaboration. She beautifully captures the essence of how our growth is shaped by those who pour into us, lifting as we climb. This book is a must-read and a guide for anyone looking to embrace the true meaning of success and pay it forward.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTiffany \"The Budgetnista\" Aliche, New York Times bestselling author of Get Good with Money\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Entrepreneurs are everywhere, embedded within the fabric of our communities. In her book \u003cem\u003eNo One is Self-Made\u003c\/em\u003e, Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ehelps identify them and shares the tools she’s used to support building sustainable businesses within our communities. This is a vital resource for a powerful but often underestimated economic force hiding in plain sight.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEric Ries, New York Times bestselling author of The Lean Startup\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“When I think of a strong village, I think of Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon. This book is going to change lives, one village at a time!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTabitha Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The lesson of Atlanta-based author Hallmon’s entrepreneurial journey is neatly summarized in one sentence: It takes a village ... Much of her narrative revolves around Black people and heroes like Martin Luther King Jr., Stacey Abrams, and Madame C. J. Walker as well as local companies in her \"village.\" Her teachings, though, apply to any community—women, Latinx, immigrants—searching for support.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“With her latest book, \u003cem\u003eNo One is Self-Made\u003c\/em\u003e, Hallmon expands on her mission, offering readers a powerful blueprint for success that emphasizes the importance of collective support, mentorship, and reinvesting in one’s community.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssence\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dey Street Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890810876133,"sku":"NP9780063315891","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063315891.jpg?v=1730234150","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/no-one-is-selfmade-build-your-village-to-flourish-in-business-and-life-isbn-9780063315891","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}