We had the good fortune of connecting with Anthony McMillan II and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Anthony, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
I always knew I wanted to be my own boss, and I knew anything less wouldn’t suffice. Therefore, the thought process of starting my own business was easy. I just had to think about what I wanted to do, then do it.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
I own Business 101 Consulting located in Atlanta, GA. We help small, family-owned businesses grow and stay in business. We offer a variety of services, but everything we do is tailored to the specific business asking for our help. Once I figured out what I wanted to do with my life, getting started was easy. It hasn’t always been a smooth ride, but I continue to have a positive outlook on things. I trust in God that everything will work out for the better. The biggest lesson I’ve learned is to trust in God in everything you do and don’t think you know everything.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would start by taking them to all the nice restaurants I’m Midtown or Buckhead. I would probably then show them the malls and rooftop bars. Atlanta has a huge music scene here as well. The people are diverse as well. I would definitely want to show him around to local museums and parks as well.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to recognized my parents and my grandfathers for their hard work and dedication. They gave me the entrepreneurial mindset from an early age, and it has inspired me to do great things.

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