Tag: kids in business

In 1993, 8-year-old Abbey Fleck invented “Makin’ Bacon,” a microwave bacon cooker that gained widespread popularity and led to a deal with Walmart, making her a multimillionaire. The story highlights three key business lessons: solve a problem (in this case, healthier bacon cooking), don’t dismiss seemingly silly ideas, and be persistent with marketing, even after facing rejection. Abbey’s family’s aggressive marketing, including a partnership with Armour and media