Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 2, 2021

It is vital for entrepreneurs and aspiring leaders to understand unconscious biases that may be present in their journey to growing their business or organization. Biases can affect every aspect of a person’s life, including education and career trajectory. Education is key. These are particularly evident in hiring practices.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 7, 2019

As an independent woman with a go-getter attitude, she shared insights with us into her life as an entrepreneur and what it was like getting YHS off the ground, as well as her advice for other young entrepreneurs in Latin America and the Caribbean. Obstacles and Lessons Learned as an Entrepreneur .

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 13, 2010

It was difficult to make the transition to a “top down&# thinker but as a senior executive – and as an entrepreneur – you’re far less effective without this skill in your arsenal. But in leadership and entrepreneurism the top-down approach will be the right solution more often than not.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Rosenfarb , a member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) and a certified public accountant who helps entrepreneurs increase cash flow, sell their companies successfully, manage their wealth and create predictable passive income. The best investment for entrepreneurs is always going to be in themselves.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Knowing how to maintain and grow income is an important question given that profit margin is one of the top concerns for entrepreneurs. Even so, should an entrepreneur manage his or her own finances and investments or hire a professional? Q: What are the benefits of having a financial advisor?

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 3, 2013

Disruption of Education. He talked about how for centuries education had “no technological core” (meaning it was bound by physical locations) and thus disruption was very difficult. Today’s higher education is responding by making more courses online and available to people outside of physical boundaries. .

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Gust

JANUARY 19, 2014

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the best entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley and elsewhere. On the average, the entrepreneurs I know are living on Ramen noodles. I’ve never known any successful entrepreneurs or investors who were not happy to share their insights. Read entrepreneur stories.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Jackie Jenkins-Scott has more than three decades of experience in executive leadership positions in public health, higher education and corporate and non-profit governance. What advice do you have for entrepreneurs who may be looking to revive their businesses? We recently asked her more about responsive leadership.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 24, 2023

Creating agents of change with English language education in Argentina By Grace Zimlich 2022 YLAI Fellow Danila Blanco Travnicek has always been passionate about education and leading the charge of reforming the entrepreneur ecosystem in her home country of Argentina. entrepreneur ecosystem that she could take back to Argentina.

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This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 3, 2016

At least, that's how a lot of entrepreneurs feel. From the outside, VC seems like a pretty cushy job where you give a Chuck Norris-like thumbs up or thumbs down every so often--not exactly the kind of thing that someone who wants to be a social worker, missionary, or early childhood educator might want to do. So what gives?

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 31, 2010

I also sometimes start a speech by asked for people to raise their hands if they fit a certain demographic. &# Raise your hand if you’re an entrepreneur, raise your hand if you plan to raise venture capital in the next year, raise your hand if you’re a service provider to the startup industry,&# etc. why does this matter?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

Yet, as most seasoned entrepreneurs will attest, the reality is far more complex and challenging, particularly when you decide to bootstrap your business. Instead, it began with 15 years of hands-on learning in capital markets, working closely with entrepreneurs, investors, and bankers. The early years were grueling.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JULY 9, 2020

Marketing Advice for Fashion Brands. SmartHustle Podcast with Ramon Ray · Working in Corporate Provided the Education She Needed to Become an Entrepreneur. The post Working in Corporate Provided the Education She Needed to Become an Entrepreneur appeared first on SmartHustle.com.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

I often talk about what I’m looking for when I meet with an entrepreneur. Above all else I’m looking for a genuine passion for what the entrepreneur is doing. You can sense when it is a “mission” for this entrepreneur to succeed and she will continue the journey even if success isn’t easy or immediate.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Knowing how important technology is to every young entrepreneur, along with their leadership skills, Janeel’s passion for both came through in his interview with the YLAI Network, shared below. Why do you think it is important to educate the community about technology? . What advice would you give to future leaders?

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 7, 2015

One of my favorite entrepreneur-Twitterer weighed in, “You want to keep tapping into their collective intelligence so you keep saying ‘Thank you for the feedback’ and they keep sending it,” Ms. I know because I have been the beneficiary of their advice for years and have appreciated it. Morrill said. I agree up to a point.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 25, 2014

But you have to admit that we live in a skewed system in which the elite educated population gains disproportionally from our change from an industrial to an information economy. I had a public education all the way through college and my under grad – UCSD – actually cost less than $2,000 per year to attend between 1986-1991.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 22, 2018

It’s what being an entrepreneur is about. I’ve made monthly peer-mentoring sessions of 10 to 12 other entrepreneurs an integral part of my ongoing education. In EO, our methodology is one of offering shared experiences rather than giving advice. Likewise, transmitting your experiences to others feels energizing.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 11, 2010

It has also coincided with the kickoff of our Launchpad LA educational series which has taken some of my time. It’s the entrepreneur who’s buddy is a lawyer who wants an intro to you and who doesn’t think about whether it makes sense to ask you whether you want an intro before sending it. I live in email hell.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

My advice to people thinking about getting an MBA is to think about the five C’s. But there are plenty of partners and successful entrepreneurs who don’t have MBAs. Colleagues – For young people who ask me for advice on whether to get an MBA this is the ‘C’ that I emphasize the most.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 15, 2020

As entrepreneurs, we face challenges throughout our careers, but we don’t spend a lot of time planning what we’ll do during and after a global pandemic. The best advice for business owners I can give: Listen to your heart. Under these circumstances, entrepreneurs become focused, intentional and highly creative.

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Source Link

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in Nebraska now have access to a premier network of interconnected support resources that spans the 76,878 square mile state. One key aspiration was driving job creation and attracting young adults to the area by providing more support for entrepreneurs, innovators and small businesses.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 2, 2010

The other day, Ron Conway said at an event that “ he hopes that any entrepreneur that has “the guts” to start a company gets funded.” Too many entrepreneurs start out their business endeavors with an investment pitch. Step one: Ask for money. You’d also be incredibly shortsighted.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

Which is why I often tell people to start being entrepreneurs when one is young. ” 31:45 Is there truth to the idea that you shouldn’t force change upon entrepreneurs? 50:30 Will Udacity change the education system in this country? 1:00:00 Mark and Steve discuss the role of unions in education.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 25, 2009

This is part of my ongoing series Startup Advice. I like to say to first-time entrepreneurs, picking a VC is more permanent than marriage. Keeping a blog has been great because so many entrepreneurs have written me with questions about their companies and I’ve gotten to know many of you personally through the process.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Avena, a 2017 YLAI Fellow, also offers advice for future entrepreneurs. Growing up in a small village in Dominica with fewer than 800 people, Avena excelled at school and was an honor roll student, which gave her a lifelong love of teaching and education. Advice for YLAI Network members. in marketing management.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 22, 2010

File this under both Startup Adivce and Sales & Marketing Advice. The bottom line – if you enjoy discussions with people, if you enjoy educating and sharing – these conversations will not only form closer relationships but will be enjoyable for you as well. Robert Scoble interviewed me in 2006 about my startup, Koral.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 13, 2013

And a few teams of super talented, educated and bright entrepreneurs make a few mill. I look for entrepreneurs who set out on their journeys to do exactly that – build big businesses. I don’t blame entrepreneurs who go for an early exit when it comes up. Startup Advice' in their 20′s.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 11, 2010

All I had to do was to name 5 black tech startup entrepreneurs in New York City when asked by a reporter to do so. Ratios--the supposed lack of black, female, or any other kind of entrepreneur aren’t the problem. If you want to work on broadening access to science and engineering education for women and minorities, that's awesome.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2024

World Entrepreneurs’ Day, celebrated each 21 August, honors the innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who shape industries, drive economic growth, and inspire others. At EO, we celebrate and support entrepreneurs on World Entrepreneurs’ Day—and every day! EO supports entrepreneurs at every age and stage.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 29, 2020

EcX Labs develops deep-tech, low-cost solutions for a variety of products, including volcanic activity sensors, air and water filters, and even educational systems that can be used to improve social outcomes in Ecuador, Central and South America, and all over the world.

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AsiaTechDaily

AUGUST 17, 2023

Register Korean education technology , known as ‘K-Edu Tech,’ is gaining attention on the global stage. Incorporating coding training, book reading, and AR education technology, this innovative content is making a mark among learners in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. Do you have any advice for budding entrepreneurs?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 24, 2019

It’s graduation season for many, which makes this a perfect time to experience-share with the next generation of entrepreneurs entering the workforce—and maybe even joining your company. We asked EO members what lessons they wished they had known when they graduated and joined the working world. Here’s what they shared.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 31, 2020

2018 YLAI fellow Kenishia Mais is the founder of ThrivingDollars , a financial education platform empowering young adults with the tools and resources they need to make smarter decisions, create their ideal financial lives, and gain the freedom to pursue more of what they love. Create community.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

While completing my undergrad studies, a group of friends and I started a wildlife rescue organization, Endangered Species Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Education Centre (ESTREC). The need for education on biodiversity, as well as the care of injured animals, also drove me to create ROAR. Any advice to YLAI Network members?

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Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 8, 2014

Cincinnati, like many startup communities in the US over the past 5 years, has revitalized important regions in its urban core, created accelerators, built co-working facilities, pooled together angel capital, attracted VCs, involved educational institutions and solicited the help of important corporations in a more cohesive ecosystem.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 29, 2013

Innovation comes from those who are often less well educated (study the history of Hollywood, founded by “uneducated” Jews) or foreign born founding members (Google, Sun, Intel, PayPal) let alone reversed scientists like Einstein. Startup Advice' I welcome your accents. Your origins. Your nuances and experiences.

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