In a world where entrepreneurship is often framed as a race for riches, Akbar Sheikh stands apart. The founder of Make More Give More believes wealth is valuable only if it helps heal the world—and he’s proving it’s possible to succeed by giving first.
From Rock Bottom to Purpose-Driven Success
Sheikh’s rise wasn’t overnight. He started out living in an electrical closet with no windows, hot water, or shower. But through grit and faith, he became a self-made millionaire—anchoring his business in a radical philosophy: money is a tool to serve others.
“Our mission is to help others make more to give more,” he explains. “Every hardworking entrepreneur deserves an ethical business that lets them provide for their families, serve their communities, and support their favorite charities.”
Putting People Before Profit
While many chase metrics, Sheikh focuses on meaning. “If we look at everyone like a number, it’s going to be hard to win. If we look at everyone’s pain—and use our God-given gifts to heal it—that’s where the magic starts,” he says.
It’s a people-first approach that has fueled the growth of Make More Give More while inspiring a new generation of socially conscious entrepreneurs.
Lessons From the Frontlines of Entrepreneurship
Sheikh has distilled his hard-earned wisdom into three keys for success:
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Find the right mentor
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Follow the right blueprint
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Eliminate distractions so you can execute quickly
“Success loves speed,” he says. “The difference between those who make it and those who don’t is the size and speed of their action.”
Building a Legacy of Impact
One story, in particular, cemented Sheikh’s resolve to keep going. Michelle, a client with an autistic child, used Sheikh’s marketing methods to share her breakthrough therapy with the world—helping nonverbal children learn to speak and even sing.
“When I heard that, I said, ‘Okay, I guess I can’t retire,’” he recalls. “I have to build more stories like this. This is what I’m meant to do.”
Redefining Success on His Own Terms
Even as his business grows, Sheikh refuses to let work consume his life. “Your family has a right over you,” he says. “It’s always God first, family second, business third.”
For Sheikh, that balance—and the lives he helps transform—are the truest measures of success.
Learn more at www.akbarsheikh.com