Dolly Parton’s advice for running her sprawling business empire at 78: ‘Rely on “higher wisdom,” look your best, and don’t boss anyone around’

Dolly Parton, the singing sensation turned business mogul, shows no signs of slowing down at 78. And according to her, the path to emulating her success is pretty simple.

The iconic “9 to 5” singer hinted that she puts in more than just the standard office hours.

Speaking to Bloomberg, Parton said she “works her butt off” to keep the many plates in her business empire spinning.

As co-owner of the Dollywood Co., Parton helps oversee the Dollywood Theme Park, the Splash Country water park, several diner ventures, as well as a spa and hospitality venues in the Great Smoky Mountains.

Parton’s portfolio also includes pet apparel business Doggy Parton, a fragrance brand, and more recently a series of baking kits with Duncan Hines.

Forbes values Parton—who is also a fierce philanthropist—at $440 million, though other outlets place her at closer to $650 million.

But despite the brand her name has become, Parton said she has........

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