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“An entrepreneur is someone who is so individualistic, he has to do it his own way. He has to be captain of his own ship. ”

Adam Campbell, North Haven Shellfish Co. North Haven

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“After working for others wherever the job was for 25 years, we now live where we want to live and we enable several other families to remain on the midcoast where they want to be, working in the industry that they love. Our glass is half full.”

Joel Powers, Cornerstone Integrated Voice and Data, Inc., Rockport

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“Midcoast Maine is a great place to live and work with wonderful people and we are pleased to have been a part of this area for 63 years!”

John Ware, President, Maritime Energy

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“Why I like being self-employed in the business I created:

• I get along really well with my boss. (I wouldn’t last five minutes in the Dilbert World.)
• The commute is terrific – about five seconds from kitchen to office.
• I can dress for success in my snuggies and slippers.
• As long as I get my hours in, I have a very flexible schedule.
• I can have my cat at work with me.
• If I am self-unemployed, I know exactly why.
• There are no office politics.
• And lastly, this is the only place I know of in the entire world, where I can work primarily at being a food historian and, since that is what I care most about, it is a good thing I can give myself a job. ”

Sandy Oliver Food History News, Islesboro

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“If the road to success were straight, we might never see the amazing possibilities around each new curve. I’m proud to keep alive the family tradition so I can ensure the fulfillment of our customers’ needs and exceed their expectations. ”

Susan Ware, Vice President, Maritime Energy, Rockland

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“My dream, even as a little kid, has been to be in business for myself. With a lot of hard work, I have managed to do that. It’s great waking up every day knowing you have a fun job to go to, and I really enjoy what I do.”

Loretta Hooper, Co-Owner, Just Friends Hair Design Rockland

 

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“Being an entrepreneur means taking charge – not sitting back and waiting for the right moment. You take what life throws your way and turn it into an opportunity. You can’t be afraid of failure and you must be able to learn from your mistakes. Never take yourself too seriously – a good sense of humor is always needed. Above all, you must face each day with renewed optimism and a true love for what you do!”

Ted Skowronski, ChelTed Gallery & Design, Rockport