The Truth About Building Something Bigger Than Yourself

The Truth About Building Something Bigger Than Yourself

Let’s be honest: nothing about this journey is perfect. Not the late-night doubts, not the disagreements with your team, and certainly not the balance between leading and listening. As a minority woman in business, I’ve faced conflicts that made me question everything – from suppliers who underestimated us to team members who challenged my vision.  

But here’s what I learned: Growth can happen in friction...

FV Furniture wasn’t built on smooth sailing. It was built on hard conversations with employees who cared enough to push back. On family members who told me hard truths. On customers who demanded better – and made us rise to the occasion.  

The magic isn’t in avoiding conflict, but in transforming it. When someone disagrees? That’s someone invested. When systems fail? That’s your chance to rebuild smarter. Your team isn’t there to just follow orders – they’re there to help you see what you’re missing.  

So to anyone building something: don’t fear the mess. The right people won’t just support you – they’ll challenge you. And that’s how ordinary businesses become extraordinary.  

With Love,

Fanny