Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Megan Fuciarelli, founder of US², Inc., located in Farmington Hills, MI, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

Be the change you want to see in the world! Many of us WANT to be the change - how many of us know HOW to be the change? As a full-service consulting firm focused on social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, we empower our clients to reflect, respond, and see results in their organization! We work with educational institutions, the non-profit sector, and multiple sectors within the corporate realm. By partnering with US², you join a movement and recognize the impact you have on our society!

Tell us about yourself

As a lifelong educator, I am passionate about making an impact and recognizing the power that our youth hold within society. What started as a passion project has turned into a movement that I am humbled to experience on a daily basis. As a single mother of a young black boy, our work within US² is even more personal. I know that our work changes lives, and the only way we will see growth within society is to impact hearts. I am motivated by the stories shared and the amazing organizations we empower our clients to be.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

I started from the viewpoint of 'owning my job' and had no intention of owning a business. Having grown from that into a business with multiple employees, I am proud to know that our company is responsible for paying multiple salaries and providing for multiple families. Knowing that US² provides an income for so many people is very exciting, and I have a great sense of pride in it.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

This question is in direct correlation with the question above. Being a business that employs others and provides a living for families, there is a lot of pressure to ensure that this responsibility is able to consistently be met. I take the responsibility I have for my team and my clients very seriously.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Follow your passion. When you love what you do, it never feels like work.
  2. Surround yourself with a diversity of thought and people who operate in their zone of genius.
  3. Always look for multiple perspectives/perceptions when dealing with clients/team members. Remember that everything has multiple viewpoints.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

Consider joining networks of support and/or seeking out certifications to enhance your marketability.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://us2consulting.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/us2consulting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/us2consulting/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/us2consulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/us2inc/

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