Hearpreneur

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners about their best business or entrepreneur turnaround story and here are the responses. #1- My favorite entrepreneur turnaround story is that of Lord Alan Sugar. My favorite success story is of one of the most influential, richest, and talked about, entrepreneurs i.e. Mark Zuckerberg.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 25, 2013

Africa may be home to mostly developing countries, but that doesn’t mean there’s little or no entrepreneurship on the continent. The Top35-Under35CEO Awards is looking to recognize a total of 35 young African entrepreneurs across the following categories: Most Enterprising Students. Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs.

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 21, 2021

We asked some entrepreneurs and business owners, why they started their businesses: #1- To do it for myself. 2- To help entrepreneurs become financially independent. From that acquisition, I knew I needed to let out the entrepreneur spirit that was trapped in me. Each story is different though the reasons may be the same.

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Steve Blank

AUGUST 15, 2016

I don’t recommend anyone become an entrepreneur. The tools and temperament needed to get from startup idea to startup success were the focus of the guests on today’s Entrepreneurs are Everywhere radio show. Andela selects and trains world-class tech talent from Africa and matches them with U.S. It’s too hard.

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The Next Web

JULY 23, 2017

In the past, people didn’t give much thought to the startup climate in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). I’ve been fortunate enough to meet with entrepreneurs and help startups all over the region through my work for the US-based Hidden Founders.

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Hearpreneur

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners how technology will possibly affect their business tomorrow and here are the responses: #1- Makes growing a community easier. In the safari industry going forward, we have an interesting time coming up trying to keep young people interested in visiting Africa and coming on a safari.

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Steve Blank

AUGUST 15, 2016

I don’t recommend anyone become an entrepreneur. The tools and temperament needed to get from startup idea to startup success were the focus of the guests on today’s Entrepreneurs are Everywhere radio show. Andela selects and trains world-class tech talent from Africa and matches them with U.S. It’s too hard.

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David Cohen

MAY 16, 2014

Technology is changing lives — even saving lives — in Africa, the world’s second most populous continent. For entrepreneurs, this also presents an opportunity of epic proportions. A production of BloombergTVAfrica , this will be an ongoing series about technology and entrepreneurship across Africa.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 24, 2019

Africa is a huge and diverse continent, and over the last few years, it has emerged as one of the world’s hotspots for startups. Why has attention turned so quickly to African startups, and what can we learn from the continents’ successful entrepreneurs? by Sharon Fishburne. Here are three lessons we should all take on board today.

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ReadWriteStart

JULY 20, 2012

Africa has most of the elements required for technology innovation. What it doesn’t have is a startup culture where smart young entrepreneurs can grow their ideas into companies. What I love about Africa is that it’s all greenfield opportunities; it’s all new infrastructure here,” Alliy says. “My A Different Valley Culture.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 3, 2019

In my experience as a business advisor and angel investor these days, I seem to more frequently hear from entrepreneurs and business owners with “can’t-fail” or “get-rich-quick” ideas. including Sergey Brin (Russia) at Google, Elon Musk (South Africa) at Tesla, John W. The instant gratification approach just doesn’t work in business.

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Transformify

APRIL 15, 2016

Despite Kenya has been named as the fasted growing payments market in Africa, there is still a lot to be done to develop the local business angel community. However, the lack of funding opportunities has forced many entrepreneurs to seek funding abroad. Alliy is also an entrepreneur, having established Yellow Masai and TanTravel.

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Hearpreneur

JUNE 21, 2017

It doesn’t matter if it has been said before and repeated numerous times, quotes can give you the fire you need to be a better entrepreneur or learn how to handle a difficult situation. Below are some of those quotes sent in by entrepreneurs throughout the country. #1 1 – Pain pushed you until a vision pulls you. I loved them.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

As an entrepreneur, simply enter your location online, and it will list the angel and VC organizations near you. This is a series of templated websites for matching angel investors seeking investment opportunities with entrepreneurs seeking capital.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 30, 2022

In my experience as a business advisor and angel investor these days, I seem to more frequently hear from entrepreneurs and business owners with “can’t-fail” or “get-rich-quick” ideas. including Sergey Brin (Russia) at Google, Elon Musk (South Africa) at Tesla, John W. The instant gratification approach just doesn’t work in business.

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thebarefootvc

JUNE 15, 2014

The ingenuity of a rural farmer in Africa is on par with some of the greatest innovation I’ve seen in the heart of Silicon Valley, particularly in light of the lack of “formal” training and mentorship many of us experience in the developed world. Since I wrote that post, millions more entrepreneurs have launched their businesses globally.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Africa Travel was established over 25 years ago, so there was no such thing as search engine optimisation back then. Thanks to Chris Wain, Africa Travel ! #4- My business niche is “entrepreneurs” and “founders”. My mission is to create freedom in entrepreneurs lives by living and working freely! Photo Credit: Chris Wain.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 12, 2017

by Margot Machol Bisnow , author of “ Raising an Entrepreneur: 10 Rules for Nurturing Risk Takers, Problem Solvers, and Change Makers “ On Mother’s Day, let’s think about what it took all the great entrepreneurs to have the confidence, competitive drive, and resilience to start a company. He cofounded Nantucket Nectars.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2021

As a long-time advisor to new entrepreneurs here in the USA, I’ve long been impressed with the number that come here from other countries, and the positive traits that most of these seem to bring with them. Aspiring entrepreneurs need to all understand that starting a business is not for short-term returns.

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Hearpreneur

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

7- Using creativity and imagination Photo Credit: Daniel Seeff Entrepreneurs and forward-thinking business owners give their businesses a name that reflects the heart of what they love and care about. I first came up with an alliteration, Empowering Entrepreneurs in Emerging Economies. Thanks to Josh Amishav, Breachsense ! #7-

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

by Kawal Preet, President, FedEx, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA). To begin with, it’s unique to take up a position that didn’t actually exist before – of the creation of a mega-region, AMEA: Asia Pacific plus the Middle East, Indian subcontinent, and Africa. Not all change is exciting, right? How exciting is that?

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The Next Web

JUNE 16, 2018

I’m often asked how the company I work for managed to successfully expand from Sub-Saharan Africa to Poland, a very different type of market, to say the least. It’s complicated but I can tell you one thing, we didn’t follow any existing playbook.

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ReadWriteStart

JULY 20, 2012

Africa has most of the elements required for technology innovation. What it doesn’t have is a startup culture where smart young entrepreneurs can grow their ideas into companies. What I love about Africa is that it’s all greenfield opportunities; it’s all new infrastructure here,” Alliy says. “My

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Duct Tape Marketing

JUNE 28, 2023

Being unemployable is something to be proud of, as it often reflects the mindset and qualities of an entrepreneur, that can lead to innovation and generate changes. 10:00] Back in South Africa you got shot, what did that story mean to your journey? [11:53] Like those are the things that make me the entrepreneur that I am.

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ReadWriteStart

JULY 20, 2012

Africa has most of the elements required for technology innovation. What it doesn’t have is a startup culture where smart young entrepreneurs can grow their ideas into companies. What I love about Africa is that it’s all greenfield opportunities; it’s all new infrastructure here,” Alliy says. “My A Different Valley Culture.

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thebarefootvc

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Bitcoin Emerging Markets Entrepreneurship Mobile Technology Venture Capital Women africa blockchain Blockstream emerging markets globalization social impact' One only needs to look at the example of M-Pesa in Kenya to see how digital currency can impact the underserved.

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The Next Web

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The Egyptian government has had a busy time of late, shutting down taxi app mergers, taxing e-commerce platforms, and enforcing digital media regulation laws. Rumors have been swirling that Uber and regional equivalent Careem might be set to merge in Egypt, but it’s not going to happen.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

I think we started working together in 2003 when he was new in the UK from South Africa. Tags: Entrepreneur Advice Startup Advice. When we were acquried by Salesforce.com he went on to be the team technical lead and has steadily performed well there moving up in his role and responsibilities.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 5, 2017

by Joe Carlen, author of “ A Brief History of Entrepreneurship: The Pioneers, Profiteers, and Racketeers Who Shaped Our World “ Going back to the dawn of civilization, many entrepreneurs have sought their fortunes through adventures of exploration.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 18, 2012

I previously touched upon the Passion/Product Fit of an aspiring entrepreneur. Once the answer is found, the entrepreneur needs to do serious research on the market he/she will be addressing. This is by no means easy. Product/Market Fit. People say the important part of a Startup is its Team. MENASSEA includes countries below. [Tip:

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Feld Thoughts

MAY 4, 2021

He’s been exploring this and investing both in the US and other places globally, including Africa and the Middle East. These entrepreneurs, including immigrants, are the next generation of business owners. Pre-Covid, he started working on The New Builders with Elizabeth MacBride.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Below are four ways mastering another language will help you run your business more efficiently and for you to be a better entrepreneur overall: 1. This habit enhances one’s ability to multi-task, another skill that you need have since you need to wear different hats as an entrepreneur. Improve your cognitive abilities.

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Steve Blank

JUNE 12, 2020

We were lucky to get a team of mentors (VC’s and entrepreneurs) who selflessly volunteered their time to help coach the teams. And our course advisor – Tom Byers , Professor of Engineering and Faculty Director, STVP. Be sure to check out the other Hacking For Defense classes in universities in the U.S. and the U.K.

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 26, 2023

For many entrepreneurs, movies have played a significant role in their journey to success by providing them with the motivation, inspiration, and insights they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. We asked successful entrepreneurs which movies motivate them, and these are their responses. #3- What is an entrepreneur?

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 29, 2014

Akiko Ito – a Japanese social entrepreneur who left her family in Japan to travel the world, was driven to contribute to charitable causes by founding a global NGO, and who adopted a “life is a game” philosophy. The disguised identities of these female protagonists are: 1.

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Growthink Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2012

Holding constant for socioeconomic factors, the typical entrepreneur makes less money, work more hours and suffers more work-related stress than their employed counterparts. And thousands of types and forms and sizes of business in between, led by entrepreneurs with aspirations big and small, driven by motivations both pedestrian and soaring.

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Steve Blank

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Naivete and a shared vision are among the key markers for success, two social entrepreneurs said on the latest episode of Entrepreneurs are Everywhere , my radio show on SiriusXM Channel 111. Liz Powers is a social entrepreneur with a passion for helping homeless people. Liz Powers. And download any of the past shows here.).

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