NZ Entrepreneur

JULY 17, 2022

Are entrepreneurs born or made? While it helps to have that entrepreneurial flair inbuilt, there’s no reason you can’t learn and develop the qualities of an entrepreneur. Good ideas often stem from our experiences – opportunities we’ve seen that have come from problems we’ve had. We think both. Felix Scholz.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

We have significant VC commitments (listed below) – every entering company will get $50,000 in funding, mentorship from top VCs and successful entrepreneurs plus free office space. To provide an opportunity for VCs and senior executives to engage with the community by giving back rather than just attending more cocktail parties.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 26, 2017

Q: What business challenges and opportunities has your company experienced? At the same time, it has created an opportunity for us because we have more clients that are doing more testing, especially for safety-sensitive positions such as commercial driver’s license holders and other regulated positions. appeared first on THE BLOG.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

OCTOBER 14, 2020

We are just recognizing that women entrepreneurs have to fight harder and longer to be as successful as their male counterparts. One Woman Entrepreneur Having an Impact. Her mission is to make the journey easier especially for diverse and women entrepreneurs. And this was before COVID-19 hit the world by storm. Sign Me Up!

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NZ Entrepreneur

JUNE 19, 2023

A new batch of enterprising New Zealanders are being given the opportunity to fast track their ventures from idea through to startup, thanks to an online education initiative backed by Callaghan Innovation and entrepreneur education platform Startup NZ. Dr Jenny Douché, Callaghan Innovation.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

APRIL 1, 2021

NetSuite , a leading provider of business management software for growing businesses has named Ramon Ray, entrepreneur, best-selling author and founder of SmartHustle.com as its first Entrepreneur in Residence. . I am excited for this opportunity and honored to be the first Entrepreneur-in-Residence,” adds Ray.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JUNE 30, 2020

Ramon Ray got a chance to talk with Scott Turner, the Executive Director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, which is quite a mouthful, so you can refer to it as WHORC. Opportunity Zones and What They Are. The entrepreneurs and business owners in these cities and communities can benefit from the incentives.

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NZ Entrepreneur

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Don’t be shy about seeking out these opportunities. Imagine having a trusted startup accountant who can help you make sense of the numbers, identify potential pitfalls, and unlock opportunities for growth. Treat each application as a chance to refine your business plan and articulate your goals with clarity and passion.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Kym is fascinated by entrepreneurs and their journeys, so he asked EO members from various chapters to share their experiences. See differences as opportunity and not a challenge. I, and my business partner, saw an opportunity to secure a distribution agreement for a product and service that we are passionate about.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MARCH 7, 2021

Recently, I observed interesting conversations on ‘can everyone be a successful entrepreneur’ initiated by Smart Hustle Founder Ramon Ray and Shopify President Harley Finkelstein. And not everyone could be a successful entrepreneur. Everyone can be an entrepreneur. What You Need to Be a Successful Entrepreneur.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 7, 2021

Annie Cheng is active in the Seattle chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) ‘s Accelerator programme, which empowers entrepreneurs with the tools, community and accountability necessary to aggressively grow their businesses. For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

This article was written for the March 2016 issue of Octane magazine. While pursuing an MBA at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, we saw an opportunity to leverage our business acumen to drive growth in South Africa’s educational sector. … Read the rest of this amazing story in the March 2016 issue of Octane magazine.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 5, 2011

I’m an entrepreneur at heart so I’m always inspired when I hear stories about innovation. It’s why my investment philosophy is called, “ the entrepreneur thesis.&#. Passionate Entrepreneurs & Ambassadors. You need to have passionate tech entrepreneurs who want to build businesses locally.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MARCH 18, 2021

According to the latest Hiscox report, 68% of encore entrepreneurs (who start at fifty) earn more than what they used to do in their previous job. Hiscox Encore Entrepreneur Report 2021. And Hiscox Encore Entrepreneur Report 2021 proves it. 68% of encore entrepreneurs earn more than their last full-time job, reports the survey.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 5, 2024

These insights from top entrepreneurs benefit EO members plus the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem. Set Goals Like Google: Why OKRs Surpass Other Goal-Setting Methods for Entrepreneurs Eric Crews (EO Boston), founder and CEO of management consulting firm Crews & co., I’ve set many goals in 30+ years as an entrepreneur.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

APRIL 6, 2021

Recently, Ramon Ray interviewed her to explore what she is doing and how she is assisting military spouse entrepreneurs. Moni Jefferson is a PR strategist and entrepreneur, having a specialization in influencer and consumer PR. She is also a serial entrepreneur with more brands. How AMSE Is Helping Military Spouse Entrepreneurs.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 24, 2022

While competitive compensation is still important, many workers are increasingly motivated by career development opportunities and a positive company culture. That’s why establishing a culture of mentorship is so beneficial for entrepreneurs growing their businesses. Why a culture of mentorship supports business success.

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NZ Entrepreneur

JULY 29, 2024

When an accounts manager working in the farming sector in the Canterbury region decided it was time for a career change, a new opportunity came in the form of a plumbing business – however, there was a twist. There’s plenty of opportunities out there, but lots of people don’t get started because they are too overwhelmed.

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NZ Entrepreneur

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Those they don’t mention are those they likely have not heard about enough, which means a lost sales opportunity. It also gives you purpose and direction to then say yes or no to opportunities that arise, saving you time and money by avoiding marketing initiatives that do not align to your target audience. Why do brands need a refresh?

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JANUARY 7, 2021

She and Ramon talk about why a global consulting giant has launched a program to elevate black founders and entrepreneurs. Another area she says needs attention is new opportunities. Entrepreneurs need to step outside of the challenges of the past to look at the current opportunities. My husband is an entrepreneur.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JUNE 28, 2021

Now, many small businesses across industries and geographies are swimming in pre-COVID debt obligations with not enough business cash flow to service them, with many loans personally guaranteed by the entrepreneur. 5 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Beat Bigger Businesses. 5 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Beat Bigger Businesses. More resources.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2020

The coronavirus turned the business world upside down, but surprisingly a power-group of COVID entrepreneurs immerged. Coronavirus provided a market opportunity. What’s more, over a third (37%) of entrepreneurs stated that the coronavirus outbreak created a market opportunity for them. What COVID Entrepreneurs Look Like

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

We had more than 700 resumes, short-listed 65, interviewed 16 in one-hour meetings had 6 full-day interviews including a presentation by the candidate on a selected market opportunity and we did 3 finalist dinners to test cultural fit. But there are plenty of partners and successful entrepreneurs who don’t have MBAs.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Whether you’re starting your first business or a serial entrepreneur, managing periods of unscheduled downtime is fast becoming a core skill. It’s the perfect opportunity to check in with them – strengthen relationships, be a listening ear and welcome any feedback on your business. Insights from the team at MYOB.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 3, 2017

The following article originally appeared in EO’s award-winning Octane magazine. For more insightful articles from entrepreneurs, visit Octane magazine online. . The influx of millennials into the workplace is providing today’s entrepreneur with a number of new challenges and opportunities.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 3, 2015

“12 Organizations Entrepreneurs Need to Join” by John Rampton, published on Entrepreneur.com. EO was listed as first of 12 organizations that provide entrepreneurial support, education and networking opportunities! Here were the top three most engaging stories in 2015: 1.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 15, 2010

The life of an entrepreneur is filled with 20 second opportunities. Some get converted into 5 minute opportunities or into a lifetime. One person who doesn’t waste this opportunity is Sam Jones of Formation Media. I buy dead magazines.” I buy dead magazines. We buy dead magazines. Most are squandered.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

While sharing her professional journey—from tween entrepreneur to international executive—she also spoke to the audience of men and women about supporting each other and making a difference in the world. . In August 2019, Kimberly Hickok Smith spoke at the MyEO Women of EO Summit in Bogota, Colombia. Finding your people.

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 16, 2025

We help co-lead the execution of Startup Aotearoa, a one-to-one program for first-time entrepreneurs to get coaching and advice from a startup advisor or mentor as they navigate the first time they’ve gone through the journey. So we have entrepreneurs and residents working in Wellington, in Christchurch, and in Auckland.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 14, 2018

The best entrepreneurs and managers are people who are open to new experiences, ideas, opinions and information. To join their ranks, look for opportunities for growth. Attend workshops, conferences, seminars, trade shows or networking events or regularly read books, magazines, newsletters, reports, blogs and more. Resilience.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 7, 2016

DP: When did you know you were going to be on the cover of the magazine? What could entrepreneurs out there learn from pilots? In business, my biggest fear is not living up to the opportunities presented to me or the responsibilities given to me. Being healthy is way better than being on the cover of a magazine.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 9, 2016

This story was featured in the March 2015 issue of Octane magazine. Like many entrepreneurs, I tend to be a perfectionist. Failing is scary, so many entrepreneurs spend precious time and money perfecting a product or service before they launch it to the market. The consensus surprised me a little— start before you’re ready.

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NZ Entrepreneur

JULY 19, 2022

Want to tap in to the best startup advice from entrepreneurs who are out there doing it? Unfortunately, this encouragement is fleeting; People don’t realise how hard being an entrepreneur is. . To be an entrepreneur, you must balance naïveté, heart and courage. Rick Kiessig – Cofounder.

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NZ Entrepreneur

APRIL 23, 2023

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. As a creative tech employer, we are committed to growing our local economies by providing job opportunities and promoting a career in creative technology.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 24, 2024

What excites us most about working at Capital Connect is the opportunity to help businesses unlock their potential and thrive. What message or offer would you like to share with the NZ Entrepreneur community? Capital Connect are your gateway to Financial Empowerment for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs!

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 22, 2018

If this is you, there’s a good chance it’s one of three common self limiting beliefs that are holding back your inner entrepreneur. Over the years I’ve met, spoken and worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs from different age groups, personalities, industries and experience levels. Getting started is half the battle.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

APRIL 20, 2021

Despite the many roadblocks brought on by the pandemic, we have also seen a renaissance of entrepreneurism in the U.S. According to a recent ZenBusiness survey, most of these new entrepreneurs say that being their own boss was the single most important reason why they decided to start their own business. Honesty is the Best Policy.

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