American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Having the right business advisor can be a game-changer for an entrepreneur Starting and growing a business is a challenging and often lonely endeavor. Entrepreneurs are presented with both business and personal challenges as they travel their entrepreneurial journey. Accountability can be a powerful motivator.

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

According to a study of 227 entrepreneurs in 46 countries by Founder Reports , 87.7% of entrepreneurs report struggling with one or more mental health issues. In addition to high stress, financial concerns, and burnout, more than 50% of entrepreneurs report that they struggle with anxiety. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

But entrepreneurship is a challenging journey, no matter where you are in the world. In addition, are you familiar with the financial metrics entrepreneurs must know ? Where will you find like-minded entrepreneurs that you can trust? In Vietnam, the road to entrepreneurial success can be especially tough.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Over the past three years, there has been a marked increase in the number of women pursuing entrepreneurship, with an estimated 40 percent of new businesses in the United States started by women. Widespread layoffs during the pandemic contributed to an initial rise in female entrepreneurship in 2020, along with the need for flexibility.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 23, 2024

Being an entrepreneur doesn’t make you a great leader, Creating opportunities for others is commendable, but true leadership goes beyond business ownership. Like some of you, I was introduced into entrepreneurship through a family-owned business; my family’s restaurant and catering company in Kenya. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Entrepreneurs thrive on adversity: We identify problems, create solutions, and hear the word “no” as a challenge. That rings especially true for Saichelle McNeill, an EO Charlotte member whose remarkable journey of entrepreneurship is a testament to the power of determination and the importance of second chances.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

As a minority female entrepreneur, Lou shared her observations on the Olympics and how they reflected and exposed the struggles of female entrepreneurs striving to build sustainable businesses. With the 2022 Winter Olympics upon us, we’re reposting this article that originally appeared on EO’s Inc.com channel.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 15, 2020

Before diving into entrepreneurship, wouldn’t it be ideal to tap into the knowledge of experienced, thriving business owners for advice on failure-proofing a new business? Learn from entrepreneurs both in your immediate market and outside of it. marketplace. Find your mentor. Embrace vulnerability. “I

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

And while entrepreneurs tend to be more inclined to embrace change than most people, that doesn’t mean it’s always easy for us. In the context of entrepreneurship, I use a simplified version of the Change Curve with four stages: Shock/Denial: Initially, we resist or ignore the need for change, trying to maintain the status quo.

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This is going to be BIG.

APRIL 14, 2014

Last week, there was a Business Insider article measuring the percent of female founded companies that NYC seed funds invest in. It also doesn''t take into consideration many important factors: One, venture backed companies are a tiny hiccup in the grand scheme of entrepreneurship. Lerer Ventures was second, with just under 20%.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

If you’re like most business leaders and entrepreneurs, you know what it’s like to be stressed. Nobody said entrepreneurship was easy. Sitting alone in silence probably sounds like the worst way for a busy business entrepreneur to spend their precious time. Happy meditating entrepreneurs and fellow EO members!

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The Seraf Compass

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Travel to almost any part of the world these days and you are likely to run into clusters of entrepreneurship. And, wherever you find entrepreneurs, you will find investors looking to finance those entrepreneurs. And, wherever you find entrepreneurs, you will find investors looking to finance those entrepreneurs.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

At EO, we celebrate entrepreneurs every day. But with Women’s Entrepreneurship Day taking place this week, we’re directing our applause to all the entrepreneurs who are women! Host and EO member Kalika Yap launched the podcast as a way to share stories that empower women entrepreneurs to change the world. Listen here.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 5, 2023

In a world where constant change and the need for sustainable solutions are more urgent than ever, young entrepreneurs emerge as the driving force behind innovation and progress — as demonstrated by the winners of EO’s 2023 Global Student Entrepreneur Awards. However, their journeys are not without challenges.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 31, 2024

As I undertake a significant next step in scaling my business—opening the Aldea model to interested franchisees across the country—I realize my success wouldn’t have been possible without the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)’s role in my professional and personal evolution.

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Gust

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

In some reputable surveys , as many as two-thirds of entrepreneurs felt that their entrepreneurial spirit was more ingrained than learned, so a specific education level is at least irrelevant. On the other hand, I had trouble thinking of famous entrepreneurs with an MBA. Invested Interests business entrepreneur MBA startup'

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

On 17 September 2023, EO marks its 36th anniversary as the world’s premier, purpose-built organization designed with a mission to empower entrepreneurs from every sector, culture and industry. EO was created by a small group of young business owners, led by Verne Harnish, as a community of entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 3, 2013

We talked about how business school historically hasn’t positioned entrepreneurs well for success. I wrote about that before in a post about “ whether MBAs are necessary for entrepreneurs. His class reading lists could be a primer for any entrepreneur, not just MBAs. Internationalization of Technology.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 17, 2024

All with members of EO’s incredible global entrepreneur community, side by side with the generous and inspiring man I’ve respected from afar since my early days of entrepreneurship. For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc. and more articles from the EO blog.

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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. Reflecting on my own journey with Equifund, I aim to shed light on the trials and triumphs of entrepreneurship, especially for those who, like me, choose not to rely on outside funding.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 4, 2023

We asked EO members to look ahead in 2023 and identify trends they see for entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship overall. We asked them to share the skills, mindset or tools that entrepreneurs would be wise to adopt to meet the moment. Conscious entrepreneurship and adaptability. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 8, 2022

Tiera’s unique story spans a full career in the Air Force to the corporate world to entrepreneurship. For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc. and more articles from the EO blog. . We asked Tiera about her inspiring entrepreneurial journey.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc. and more articles from the EO blog. The post Defining Priorities: When Fatherhood and Entrepreneurship Collide appeared first on.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Many people think multitasking is a skill that women are naturally good at, but eventually working as an entrepreneur at a million miles an hour will take its toll. As female entrepreneurs, we are independent-minded and innovative, and this advice is critical for securing our future and the future of our families. Stop multitasking.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 10, 2019

Sleepless nights, assessing (and reassessing), pivoting, negotiating, anticipating, spending … Are these keywords describing entrepreneurship or parenting? For all the parents who are entrepreneurs out there, you probably know these endeavors run in parallel. Here’s what a few EO members shared with Octane.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 15, 2024

We asked Aaron Houghton of EO Colorado to share how he overcame burnout and developed a unique solution, Dory, to help him master mental resilience, which grew into the world’s largest community dedicated solely to stress reduction for entrepreneurs. So, what does this scenario teach us as entrepreneurs? Sounds luxurious, doesn’t it?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 13, 2023

Why is “quiet quitting” detrimental to an entrepreneur’s growth? If you are an entrepreneur, you’ve almost certainly come across the term “quiet quitting”. As an entrepreneur, you may wonder what this means for your business or why you should even care. Why should entrepreneurs care? Evaluate and review work culture.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Entrepreneurs and business executives are culturally obsessed with maximizing business growth. When I started to research this article, my working title was How to break geographic self-bottlenecking. When I asked these entrepreneurs why they weren’t expanding into other cities, almost every conversation quickly took a personal turn.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2023

Over the years, I have learned a lot of important lessons as a member of Entrepreneurs’ Organization , Million Dollar Sellers and eCommerceFuel. Arguably the most important lesson I learned is how critical it is to go all in on yourself as an entrepreneur. Looking back, it seems like entrepreneurship was my destiny.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 1, 2024

Entrepreneurs must wear multiple hats, make critical decisions, and shoulder the weight of their venture’s success or failure. The emotional roller coaster that accompanies entrepreneurship is undeniable. Failure is a part of entrepreneurship. As an entrepreneur, decision-making is constant and can be overwhelming.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 29, 2011

Last August, Chantel Waterbury walked into First Round's New York City office and told me all about jewelry, empowering women entrepreneurs in the fashion space, and what it means to design inspiring accessories. It is going to be a great ride that empowers thousands of up and coming female leaders in entrepreneurship and fashion.

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Feedough

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Entrepreneurship is all about finding opportunities, converting them into a business, and taking risks while doing so. While many entrepreneurs find their motivation in money, challenges, creativity, or ego, some do find their motivation in solving the social problems a society might have. Who Is A Social Entrepreneur?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Carrie Santos, CEO of Entrepreneurs’ Organization. Yet, as I mark five years leading the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) as its CEO, it’s a good time to reflect on five key insights gained from such a remarkable community of business founders. Each possesses the unique traits of entrepreneurship. A global pandemic.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 21, 2023

My favorite thing about being an entrepreneur? But as an entrepreneur, finding a way to connect with your true self is crucial for sustainable, long-term business growth. In my work, I’ve also seen that entrepreneurs who prioritize authenticity are more fulfilled, more resilient, and more confident decision-makers.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 22, 2016

EO interviewed EO New Delhi member, Jai Dhar Gupta, to learn how he’s using entrepreneurship to tackle air pollution. . This article was originally posted to Octane in June 2016. . The post Health and Hope: Using Entrepreneurship to Tackle Air Pollution appeared first on THE BLOG. EO was the root cause of my awakening.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 22, 2024

Contrary to the glamorous façade often portrayed on social media, entrepreneurship is far from a leisurely stroll through the park. Let’s explore a few key lessons I’ve picked up along the way that have helped me navigate the tumultuous waters of entrepreneurship. and more articles from the EO blog. Their experience.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 20, 2024

“I have discovered the Fountain of Energy for entrepreneurs: It is GSEA!” – Roxana Shershin, US East Regional GSEA Expert Need to reignite your entrepreneurial spark? Dive into the vibrant world of EO’s Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) and reconnect with the magic of being an entrepreneur. Apply today.

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