There is a misconception in the business world that a person should start a business at their young age, only then it will be successful. But we made a detailed study and came to the conclusion that it is not true. We show you a few successful persons started their business in their 50s with full proof, it is not too late to come up with innovative business ideas.
Therefore, we try to teach you that time and age are not the problem to start a business, what is required is hard work, experience, a resilient mindset and ability to run a business. Here are some success stories of top entrepreneurs from around the world.
Colonel Sanders- KFC
It is in the pages of history that Colonel Harland Sander’s KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) is the first American fast food chain to open its outlets outside the US. Colonel Harland Sanders started this iconic KFC in 1952 when he was 62 years old. He began perfecting a new fried chicken recipe in his Kentucky roadside restaurant, but with sheer determination he built KFC into the second largest restaurant chain in the world.
Sam Walton- Walmart
In 1945, Sam Walton set about his retail business journey with a Ben Franklin franchise store. In no time, the business thrived by offering low prices and services, and inspired, he opened the first Walmart in Arkansas in 1962 at the age of 52. Consumers welcomed this new discount store concept, thus he revolutionizing the retail business, turning Walmart into the global giant we see today.
Ray kroc- McDonald’s
Everyone is familiar with the food brand McDonald’s. Ray Kroc opened the first McDonald’s franchise in Mississippi at the age of 52. It was the beginning of a great journey and now McDonald’s has become the world’s largest restaurant chain serving more than 69 million customers in 100 countries.
Adolf Dassler- Adidas
Just as the Roman Empire wasn’t built in a day, Adidas didn’t launch overnight. Based on his passion for athletes’ footwear, Adolf Dassler started the brand “Adidas” at the age of 48, the name derived from his nickname and surname. Today, Adidas is the second largest popular sportswear in the world after Nike.
Chaleo Yoovidhya- Red Bull
In his early days Chalio Yovidya developed an energy drink called Krating Daeng aimed at truck drivers and workers. After teaming up with Dietrich Mateschit, Chaleo Yoovidhya released Red Bull (1987) to shape the taste of the Western people, when he was 53 years old. Now Red Bull is one of the best selling health drinks globally.
Christian Dior-Dior
Christian Dior brands are synonymous with luxury and elegance in the world of fashion today. After World War II, in 1946, when he was 41, Christian Dior launched his haute couture house in the capital city, Paris. Today, Christian Dior has come to the forefront of fashion and established itself as a symbol of elegance and pride.
This is what we say age is just a number and anyone with strong determination and skill can achieve their dream at any age. So, if you are an elderly person, don’t hesitate to share your thoughts, you might miss out on a great achievement in your life.