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How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru 

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Growing up in Peru, Déborah noticed that individuals with disabilities were not able to easily study or create alongside their abled peers. How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru By Jewelle Saunders “Art can transform society,” says Déborah Grández Seminario.

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How Founders Can Master Mental Resilience to Stay in the Game Long Enough to Win

Entrepreneurs' Organization

But now on the main stage at the biggest competition of the year, the audience is peering and the judges are scoring — and everything feels different. But now on the main stage at the biggest competition of the year, the audience is peering and the judges are scoring — and everything feels different. How will she handle the pressure?

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Startup Vital Signs: The Case for Prioritizing Founder Wellness

Revolution

The new format included yoga, hiking, conversation-starting exercises, and workshops focused on holistic wellness. Our biggest takeaway: founders want more than just growth hacks, they need time to focus on their well-being and connect on a peer-to-peer level. adults live with mental illness. The feedback?

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EO Members Share 9 Unconventional Actions to Mitigate Stress (Part II)

Entrepreneurs' Organization

We have a mental resilience training app called Coach Dory, live peer groups, and we deliver keynotes and workshops around the world. “I Stress Awareness Month in April draws attention to the significant toll stress takes on individuals, particularly entrepreneurs grappling with the demands of running a business. tax compliance.

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Global Student Entrepreneur Awards alumni share their competition journeys and tips

Entrepreneurs' Organization

If you are a student who qualifies to compete in the GSEA competition , GSEA Alumna Rachel Zietz said you should “take advantage of every opportunity to connect with other students and make sure you attend all the workshops, events and anything that is offered. Optional or not.” . Plan, practice and pitch. Share your story.

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10 Signs Your Company Needs a Business Accelerator Program

Entrepreneurs' Organization

According to The Leadership Training Workshop , “Committing goals to paper and reviewing them regularly gives you a 95% higher chance of achieving your desired outcomes. From a high-level perspective, these small businesses are making a positive impact on the global economy, creating more jobs and empowering communities.

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How GSEA Social Impact Prize Winner Joe Knopp Started Something That Matters

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Nominees compete against their peers from around the world in a series of local and national competitions in hopes to qualify for the GSEA Global Finals. In the 2022 GSEA Global Finals competition, Joe Knopp represented the United States. The problem at hand: Access to clean water. He then sold them at a cost that included $6.50