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How Business Can Revitalize a Community After Crisis

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Ryota Saito is an entrepreneur and member of Entrepreneurs’ Organization in Japan. He also trained community members to utilize technology as the area rebuilt. What might have spelled the end of a business for others barely fazed Saito, who drew strength from a community rebuilding once again.

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How This Entrepreneur Raised $28,000 Using Airbnb to Fund Her Startup

Both Sides of the Table

She actually IS the prototypical entrepreneur. But Tracy did what entrepreneurs do. Sam is the managing director of Launchpad LA and we were about to pick our 2012 class of entrepreneurs. In the first 5 minutes you’ll realize that she’s a classic entrepreneur. She became part of the fabric of her community.

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88% of Entrepreneurs Struggle with Mental Health: 8 Ways to Cope

Entrepreneurs' Organization

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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GSEA Studentpreneur Camilo Salinas: Entrepreneur first, business after

Entrepreneurs' Organization

At EO, we’re committed to helping entrepreneurs at every stage achieve their full potential. One way we encourage and support young entrepreneurs is through the EO Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) , EO’s premier competition for college and university students who own and operate a business.

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13 Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Best Business Advice

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Nine out of 10 entrepreneurs I know have long-term pain with their partners. The tenth entrepreneur without the headache is usually the one without a business partner. Ron Lovett—founder and chief alignment officer at Connolly Owens ; founder and chief community officer at Vida Living. Ai-Ling Wong—founder at The Decorateur.

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Creating a community and brand beyond the product

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Amid political and social unrest in Nicaragua, his team had to navigate around various stressors and find the best way to efficiently move and export coffee to the US, and David overcame these stressors by communicating as much as possible and having faith in his producers. I want my culture and how I’ve grown up to be reflected in my brand.”

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Three Uncomfortable (but Vital) Leadership Truths for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Being an entrepreneur doesn’t make you a great leader, Creating opportunities for others is commendable, but true leadership goes beyond business ownership. There is so much more to leadership that builds community and creates impact. That’s how a lot of entrepreneurs view leadership. and more articles from the EO blog.