THE ED MYLETT SHOW

The Untold Side of Hobby Lobby’s Success

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Sep 23, 2025
David Green, founder of Hobby Lobby, and Bill High, CEO of The Legacy Stone, dive deep into building a meaningful legacy. David shares how he started with just a $600 loan, focusing on faith and family rather than wealth. Bill reflects on how losing his father at a young age reshaped his understanding of legacy. They discuss crafting a family vision, the importance of storytelling, and the concept of 'legacy in motion.' This conversation challenges traditional views on success and emphasizes the enduring impact of personal choices on future generations.
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ANECDOTE

Humble $600 Garage Beginning

  • David Green started Hobby Lobby with a $600 loan and made frames in his garage for two years before opening a 600 sq ft store.
  • He focused on making it to the next day and doing his best rather than long-term legacy at the start.
ADVICE

Tell Intentional Family Stories

  • Tell meaningful family stories deliberately to pass emotion and values across generations.
  • Identify the ten stories your kids must know to preserve the family's core values.
ADVICE

Write A Family Mission Document

  • Create a written family mission, vision, and values document and review it together regularly.
  • Use that document to guide family decisions and to tell stories that pass values to the next generation.
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