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Young entrepreneurs want to inspire more young entrepreneurs

Considering the economy, it probably doesn't seem like the best time to start your own business.

But a group of young entrepreneurs are going around the country to share their success stories.

The group was at Franklin County High School Friday, sharing advice with seniors who are asking themselves "what's next?"

Cameron Johnson is one of three young successful business owners. Johnson, a Roanoke native, has run more than a dozen businesses. Now he works with Extreme Entrepreneurship Tour sharing his experiences.

"Small business growth accounts for 70 percent of all new jobs," said Johnson. "I started literally with $50 and just a computer when I was nine."

Johnson told kids today college may not necessarily be the right way to go. And with the economy still sliding downward, he's trying to share a lesson many learn the hard way.

"A lot of people are getting forced into it. I've heard it time and time again. Someone gets laid off from their job, and then they go out and start the business they've always wanted to start and they say it was the best thing that ever happened."

The Seniors at Franklin County High School were definitely intrigued.

"I think it would be really cool, it would be fun to try," said Kaitlyn Whitmer.

"Now I can't just stick to one type of field, I have to broaden my horizons," said Adam Benson.

And in a future lined with uncertainties, Johnson is out to prove there are still plenty of possibilities.