No One Is Self-Made - by Lakeysha Hallmon (Hardcover)

About the Book

"No One Is Self-Made is an inspirational narrative weaving together themes of community, purposeful 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. Entrepreneurs at any stage of growth will appreciate Dr. Hallmon's story--with all the ups and downs of founding the Village Market--and the road-tested advice she dispenses for those trying to find success in business, career, and life. She explains economic and social factors, missteps that can derail goals, and the tools necessary to create their own thriving village. Along the way, it becomes clear why working within a collective is a more effective path to success than going it alone"--

Book Synopsis

From the visionary behind the groundbreaking Village Market, this inspirational guide dares to dismantle the myth of individualism and reveals how collective support can shatter systemic barriers to success.

It's a bold roadmap for entrepreneurs and leaders determined to rewrite the rules of business.

No One Is Self-Made is an inspirational narrative weaving together themes of community, purposeful 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.

Entrepreneurs 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 necessary to create their own thriving village.

Along 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.

Review Quotes

"No One Is Self-Made 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." - Nedra Glover Tawwab, author of New York Times bestsellers Set Boundaries, Find Peace and Drama Free
"Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon's No One Is Self-Made 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." - Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche, New York Times bestselling author of Get Good with Money
"Entrepreneurs are everywhere, embedded within the fabric of our communities. In her book No One is Self-Made, Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon helps 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." - Eric Ries, New York Times bestselling author of The Lean Startup
"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!" - Tabitha Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business)
"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." - Booklist
"With her latest book, No One is Self-Made, 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." - Essence