Baboon had been speaking at a conference for new business owners. When he was getting ready to leave for the evening a young entrepreneur came up to him with one simple question about his leadership. The entrepreneur was very timid to Baboon listened closely to his question. It was about what the best part of his role was. For a few moments Baboon thought about the simplicity of the question. Finally he replied honestly, “You are very shy to be a leader. You’re the reason I enjoy my role as the top rank. I get to tutor people like you, from shy to stern and strong to arrogant. I get people from all backgrounds and how I handle them is exactly what gives me a thrill as a leader.”
Lesson: This lesson is inspired by the Hearpreneur Post “What is the Best Part of Being a Leader?“
Gresham W. Harkless Jr.https://iamgresh.com👤 Author Name: Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Title: Franchise Broker & Entrepreneur | Founder, Blue Star Franchise
Experience: 15+ years in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business growth strategy
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area, USA
About the Author
Gresham W. Harkless Jr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, franchise broker, and the founder of Blue Star Franchise, where he helps aspiring and established business owners find the perfect franchise opportunity to match their goals, lifestyle, and financial vision.
With over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business development, Gresh has worked with hundreds of CEOs, founders, and small business owners through his media company Blue 16 Media and the I AM CEO Podcast, which has featured over 1,600 interviews. His unique background gives him a deep understanding of what makes a business succeed — and how the right franchise can change lives.
A proud member of the Franchise Broker Association (FBA), Gresham brings a consultative and client-first approach to franchise matching. His mission is to help people “run their race” by finding franchise opportunities that align with their purpose, skills, and lifestyle.
đź“š Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Franchise Broker – Franchise Broker Association (FBA)
Founder – Blue Star Franchise & Blue 16 Media
Host – I AM CEO Podcast (1,600+ episodes)
Featured in – 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise, Influencer & Media Innovators (2022)
B.S. in Business Administration – Howard University
