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Why Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Is Essential for Entrepreneurs

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Mentorship is one of the best gifts. 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. Peer-to-peer mentorship and learning programs provide multiple benefits—not the least of which is perspective. Why Peer to Peer?

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How Support Organizations Can Unlock the Potential of Entrepreneurs in Vietnam

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From navigating complex regulations and securing funding to connecting with and growing a network, entrepreneurs in Vietnam face a unique set of challenges as they build their businesses: Access to capital: Securing funding for a new business can be elusive, particularly for startups. But it doesn’t have to be.

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Inspiring Change: 3 Strategies to Empower Young Entrepreneurs

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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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EO Members Reflect on Coaching GSEA Global Finalists for ‘Start It Up’ Season 3

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Photo caption: EO members who volunteered to coach GSEA student entrepreneurs include: Divek Barathamanickam, Kate Hancock, Iffat Grecht, Marcelo Bernartt, and Kate Morgan (with Brent Wardrop on the far left behind Divek). Mentoring GSEA student entrepreneurs was one of the most rewarding experiences in my EO journey.

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Selling your company? 4 issues at the intersection of parenting and entrepreneuring

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As an entrepreneur who has built a successful business from the ground up, you’ve likely poured years of your life into growing and scaling it—at great personal sacrifice. Research shows entrepreneurs really do think of their business as a child. 4 issues at the intersection of parenting and entrepreneuring. Letting go.

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5 Best Practices of a Robust Mentorship Program

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The agency has developed a robust internship and mentorship program. Mentorships, on the other hand, usually occur after a beginner has entered a specific field, pairing an inexperienced person with a senior sponsor who can impart wisdom and guidance to enhance their future success. Jessica Moseley is an EO member in Washington, D.C.,

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Lessons from the Trenches: One Founder’s Candid Look at Bootstrapping

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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.