Have you ever eaten at Chick-fil-A? Ever noticed the operator serving at the drive-thru, wiping down tables, or gathering extra sauces? The operator isn’t just working on the business but also working in it.

In today's entrepreneurial landscape, the pressure to borrow money to launch or expand a business is ever-present. Many voices advocate for traditional financing methods, and at MA, we believe that relying on loans can lead to precarious situations.

 “If you plan it with a pencil, then you can weld it with steel.” - T.D. Jakes

If you have ever competed in any major competition, you have likely thought right before you started, “Why did I sign up for this, and what am I doing with my life?” Time, effort, sacrifices of many kinds, and perhaps even money are all resources invested to start and finish an event. The commitment was there, and rightfully so. Should that not be the same mindset regarding a business?