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The tortoise and the hare is a great bedtime story, but also proffers some advice to every young business owner and entrepreneur alike. That early experience inspired my passion as an entrepreneur and started me on the path toward becoming a real estate investor. MORE
Most entrepreneurs feel they have innate leadership talents, but struggle with how to nurture these abilities and measure their effectiveness. Authentic entrepreneurs lead through the power of personal influence, rather than coercion. business entrepreneur leadership practice startup MORE
In the last year, I paid off over $40,000 in college debt thanks to mentors and fellow entrepreneurs (as well as a handful of professionals, including expat tax experts). You don’t have to quit your day job to become an entrepreneur. by John Lim, founder of Ansel. MORE
There are now more entrepreneurs than ever before and more of us who are trying to become one. It is with this in mind that we explore some of the common mistakes made by entrepreneurs. For entrepreneurs, avoiding the most common mistakes is relatively simple. MORE
As we come to the end of a particularly noisy and contentious election cycle, a thought echoes over and over in my mind – we need more entrepreneurs in Congress. In 2010 Martin started a non-profit called Upstate Venture Connect with a mission is to connect first time entrepreneurs in new industries with the resources who can help them across the entire Upstate NY region. The post We Need More Entrepreneurs In Congress appeared first on Feld Thoughts. MORE
Here are some of the most important traits every entrepreneur should have. The same goes with public speaking; many of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs are captivating speakers and know how to inspire an audience. MORE
What entrepreneur looking to hit it big isn’t searching for that next “patentable” idea? by Solomon Ali, Co-Founder of Revolutionary Concepts. Your appetite has probably been whetted just reading that first sentence. MORE
Check out these life-saving financial tips for young entrepreneurs. There are over 25 million entrepreneurs in the US alone and it should be no surprise that this number is continuing to rise every year. Starting a business can be financially tough, especially when you are younger. MORE
As an entrepreneur, you need to avoid partnering with these people, or hiring them into your startup. The best entrepreneurs never confuse motion with results. If you are the entrepreneur or executive in the organization, make sure you are the role model in execution and in hiring. MORE
To that end, here are five essential startup tips from some of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs. Syed Balkhi is a serial entrepreneur, whose most recent success stories include WPBeginner and Optinmonster. MORE
Many entrepreneurs fantasize about days longer than 24 hours, convinced that their new venture could change the world, if they just had more time. However, this topic is particularly critical to entrepreneurs, who struggle with challenges and crises every day that they didn’t anticipate. MORE
While many entrepreneurs simply learn these skills on the job and then, as the business expands, hire those with a higher level of knowledge in those specialist fields to take over, knowing what the fundamentals are in advance can ensure your business experiences smooth and rapid growth. MORE
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. Being in love is great. MORE
But that’s the conclusion of a provocative research paper, Asymmetric Information and Entrepreneurship , that explains a new theory of why some people choose to be entrepreneurs. So, entrepreneurs start ventures because they can’t signal their worth to potential employers. MORE
by Inés Ruiz, founder of the Women Entrepreneur Community. I became a location-independent entrepreneur as a matter of necessity. Right now, in this day and age, being a Location-Independent entrepreneur is a new wave, particularly with millennials. MORE
Something I said seemed to inspire her: “I always thought you needed to be innovative, original to be an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurs are the ones that make things happen. But what I’ve noticed is that it’s rare that the smartest technical innovator is the most successful entrepreneur. MORE
One of my favorite public events is the CU Boulder Silicon Flatirons Entrepreneurs Unplugged series. The post Entrepreneurs Unplugged – The David(s) on 9/13/18 appeared first on Feld Thoughts. Techstars brad bernthal brown cohen cu boulder entrepreneurs unplugged MORE
Sean Wise, a professor at Ryerson University in Toronto, has an awesome web interview series called The Naked Entrepreneur Show. David Cohen, the CEO of TechStars, also did an interview on The Naked Entrepreneur. Interviews david cohen Foundry Group naked entrepreneur ryerson TechStar MORE
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. I love being an entrepreneur! MORE
Many experts will tell you that you can’t succeed as a part-time entrepreneur, as any good startup will require a 100 percent commitment of your time and energy. Thus I often recommend that entrepreneurs keep their day job until the startup is producing revenue. MORE
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. Being in love is great. MORE
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. Being in love is great. MORE
In my experience mentoring new entrepreneurs and aspiring business leaders, I see far too many who seem to be driven by all the wrong reasons. He makes a convincing argument that the best leaders and entrepreneurs follow their intrinsic rather than extrinsic motivations. MORE
I had a wonderful time interviewing Larry Gold last night at Entrepreneurs Unplugged. Among the many great stories he told, including a doozy about the time he was a sophomore at Yale, he had a powerful one about how entrepreneurs assess potential outcomes. MORE
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Read on for a few handy tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. No entrepreneur will succeed if they are not business savvy. These are just a few tips that any aspiring entrepreneur can benefit from. Advice For The Young At Heart business advice entrepreneur advice starting a business MORE
They are already planning, and scheming, on how to become entrepreneurs. Here are my four most important keys that you need to follow in becoming an entrepreneur: #1 – Find a career as an entrepreneur that you love, never do it just for the money. MORE
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. We asked some entrepreneurs what they loved about “being their own boss.”. #1- What I love most about being an entrepreneur is the opportunity to provide a service to my clients I truly believe in. MORE
Entrepreneurs interested in starting a fintech or digital currency business or looking for related funding resources, would be well advised to get to know Vancouver’s Michael Patryn. Entrepreneurs with VC funding gain more than funding, they gain a team of partners. MORE
So take a look at these motivational hacks from four successful entrepreneurs to bounce out of bed tomorrow with a fresh new outlook. She advises budding entrepreneurs to enjoy the ride, eat good food and find someone that makes them laugh. Who are your favourite entrepreneurs and why? MORE
The post The Loneliness of an Entrepreneur appeared first on Feld Thoughts. This showed up in my inbox the other day from a friend of 20 years. He’s been involved in a number of companies that we’ve invested in over the years in different senior and/or co-founder roles, including CEO. It was short and sweet but captured the essence of something I often talk about with founders. Heard you and Jerry on CPR this morning , nice job! MORE
As a small business and startup advisor, I find that entrepreneurs often love to talk about their latest idea, but not their execution. The best entrepreneurs know what they don’t know, aren’t afraid to ask for business help, and always offer something in return. MORE
Amy and I wrote a meaningful amount about entrepreneurs and depression in Startup Life. I’ve had several extraordinary experiences like dinner last night in Toronto with a dozen fantastic entrepreneurs who I hope to have continuous involvement – as a friend and potential investor – in the future. I know many entrepreneurs who deal with different levels of depression. But that doesn’t deny the fact that entrepreneurs get depressed. MORE
The fourth is called an entrepreneur. The greatest exhilaration and reward in being an entrepreneur is clearly seeing things that others cannot see, and instinctively knowing how to accomplish your vision. This may be the most critical trait of any successful entrepreneur. MORE
Lifestyle female entrepreneurs holiday gift guide lifestyle women entrepreneurs women in businessWhat do you buy the girl boss that has it all? If you're searching for the perfect gift, look no further, we've got you covered. MORE
One of the big differences between an entrepreneur and an employee of a big business is that employees tend to have a very narrow focus on their job, while entrepreneurs have to keep the broader focus on business. career entrepreneur owner mindset MORE
A popular approach for aspiring entrepreneurs these days seems to be to corner anyone who will listen, with a pitch on their current “million dollar idea.” But not every entrepreneur has to be a visionary. action entrepreneur execution idea plan worth MORE
Winning customers as an entrepreneur in a startup has many parallels to a young army trying to penetrate some formidable new and unfamiliar territory. Some entrepreneurs get bogged down in planning and never get to the point of action, often called analysis paralysis (i.e. MORE
SEPTEMBER 22, 2018
As an angel investor and a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, I’m always disappointed to see founders who seem stressed out most of the time, and more annoyed than energized by the abundance of challenges they see in building their startup. MORE
showed that branding is the cornerstone of your growth strategy, and only the most blinkered entrepreneur will dismiss its importance. Branding is easy to dismiss when you’re frantically racing to get your business ready for launch. MORE
If you are an entrepreneur, then you’re no stranger to hard work and being busy all the time. As on entrepreneur, you have a lot on your plate, and legal issues shouldn’t be one of those things. The post 4 Different Lawyers That Entrepreneurs Need appeared first on The Startup Magazine. MORE
It’s a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to look at property. The post Entrepreneur Opportunities in the UK Property Market appeared first on The Startup Magazine. There have been various reports of late that the UK property market is slowing – or at least stagnant. MORE
One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” These are tough for a first-time entrepreneur. business entrepreneur funding money MORE
In my years of working with entrepreneurs, I have heard many times the promise that their new idea will create the next Amazon or Apple, but I rarely hear the more important promise that the founder will practice all the good habits of winning entrepreneurs like Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs. MORE
But who becomes a successful entrepreneur? Many recent articles suggest recipes for how parents can try to mold their children into entrepreneurs, recommending specific steps parents can take. I learned you don’t want to “make” your children entrepreneurs. MORE
Entrepreneur Related Topics YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 4, 2018
To that end, here are five essential startup tips from some of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs. Syed Balkhi is a serial entrepreneur, whose most recent success stories include WPBeginner and Optinmonster.
Feld Thoughts
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
One of my favorite public events is the CU Boulder Silicon Flatirons Entrepreneurs Unplugged series. The post Entrepreneurs Unplugged – The David(s) on 9/13/18 appeared first on Feld Thoughts. Techstars brad bernthal brown cohen cu boulder entrepreneurs unplugged
YoungUpstarts
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
In the last year, I paid off over $40,000 in college debt thanks to mentors and fellow entrepreneurs (as well as a handful of professionals, including expat tax experts). You don’t have to quit your day job to become an entrepreneur. by John Lim, founder of Ansel.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 7, 2018
In my experience mentoring new entrepreneurs and aspiring business leaders, I see far too many who seem to be driven by all the wrong reasons. He makes a convincing argument that the best leaders and entrepreneurs follow their intrinsic rather than extrinsic motivations.
Feld Thoughts
FEBRUARY 9, 2013
Sean Wise, a professor at Ryerson University in Toronto, has an awesome web interview series called The Naked Entrepreneur Show. David Cohen, the CEO of TechStars, also did an interview on The Naked Entrepreneur. Interviews david cohen Foundry Group naked entrepreneur ryerson TechStar
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 28, 2018
One of the big differences between an entrepreneur and an employee of a big business is that employees tend to have a very narrow focus on their job, while entrepreneurs have to keep the broader focus on business. career entrepreneur owner mindset
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 10, 2018
One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” These are tough for a first-time entrepreneur. business entrepreneur funding money
Feld Thoughts
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
I had a wonderful time interviewing Larry Gold last night at Entrepreneurs Unplugged. Among the many great stories he told, including a doozy about the time he was a sophomore at Yale, he had a powerful one about how entrepreneurs assess potential outcomes.
YFS Magazine
DECEMBER 1, 2018
Lifestyle female entrepreneurs holiday gift guide lifestyle women entrepreneurs women in businessWhat do you buy the girl boss that has it all? If you're searching for the perfect gift, look no further, we've got you covered.
Feld Thoughts
JULY 13, 2017
The post The Loneliness of an Entrepreneur appeared first on Feld Thoughts. This showed up in my inbox the other day from a friend of 20 years. He’s been involved in a number of companies that we’ve invested in over the years in different senior and/or co-founder roles, including CEO. It was short and sweet but captured the essence of something I often talk about with founders. Heard you and Jerry on CPR this morning , nice job!
YoungUpstarts
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Here are some of the most important traits every entrepreneur should have. The same goes with public speaking; many of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs are captivating speakers and know how to inspire an audience.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 22, 2018
As an angel investor and a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, I’m always disappointed to see founders who seem stressed out most of the time, and more annoyed than energized by the abundance of challenges they see in building their startup.
Steve Blank
APRIL 3, 2018
Something I said seemed to inspire her: “I always thought you needed to be innovative, original to be an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurs are the ones that make things happen. But what I’ve noticed is that it’s rare that the smartest technical innovator is the most successful entrepreneur.
Feld Thoughts
OCTOBER 25, 2016
As we come to the end of a particularly noisy and contentious election cycle, a thought echoes over and over in my mind – we need more entrepreneurs in Congress. In 2010 Martin started a non-profit called Upstate Venture Connect with a mission is to connect first time entrepreneurs in new industries with the resources who can help them across the entire Upstate NY region. The post We Need More Entrepreneurs In Congress appeared first on Feld Thoughts.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 5, 2018
showed that branding is the cornerstone of your growth strategy, and only the most blinkered entrepreneur will dismiss its importance. Branding is easy to dismiss when you’re frantically racing to get your business ready for launch.
The Startup Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2018
There are now more entrepreneurs than ever before and more of us who are trying to become one. It is with this in mind that we explore some of the common mistakes made by entrepreneurs. For entrepreneurs, avoiding the most common mistakes is relatively simple.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 3, 2016
As a small business and startup advisor, I find that entrepreneurs often love to talk about their latest idea, but not their execution. The best entrepreneurs know what they don’t know, aren’t afraid to ask for business help, and always offer something in return.
YoungUpstarts
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
So take a look at these motivational hacks from four successful entrepreneurs to bounce out of bed tomorrow with a fresh new outlook. She advises budding entrepreneurs to enjoy the ride, eat good food and find someone that makes them laugh. Who are your favourite entrepreneurs and why?
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 12, 2018
Many experts will tell you that you can’t succeed as a part-time entrepreneur, as any good startup will require a 100 percent commitment of your time and energy. Thus I often recommend that entrepreneurs keep their day job until the startup is producing revenue.
YoungUpstarts
NOVEMBER 18, 2018
What entrepreneur looking to hit it big isn’t searching for that next “patentable” idea? by Solomon Ali, Co-Founder of Revolutionary Concepts. Your appetite has probably been whetted just reading that first sentence.
YoungUpstarts
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Check out these life-saving financial tips for young entrepreneurs. There are over 25 million entrepreneurs in the US alone and it should be no surprise that this number is continuing to rise every year. Starting a business can be financially tough, especially when you are younger.
Hearpreneur
AUGUST 10, 2018
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. Being in love is great.
Hearpreneur
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. Being in love is great.
Feld Thoughts
OCTOBER 31, 2012
Amy and I wrote a meaningful amount about entrepreneurs and depression in Startup Life. I’ve had several extraordinary experiences like dinner last night in Toronto with a dozen fantastic entrepreneurs who I hope to have continuous involvement – as a friend and potential investor – in the future. I know many entrepreneurs who deal with different levels of depression. But that doesn’t deny the fact that entrepreneurs get depressed.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 10, 2018
Read on for a few handy tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. No entrepreneur will succeed if they are not business savvy. These are just a few tips that any aspiring entrepreneur can benefit from. Advice For The Young At Heart business advice entrepreneur advice starting a business
Hearpreneur
OCTOBER 12, 2018
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. I love being an entrepreneur!
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 23, 2016
As an entrepreneur, you need to avoid partnering with these people, or hiring them into your startup. The best entrepreneurs never confuse motion with results. If you are the entrepreneur or executive in the organization, make sure you are the role model in execution and in hiring.
The Startup Magazine
OCTOBER 30, 2018
If you are an entrepreneur, then you’re no stranger to hard work and being busy all the time. As on entrepreneur, you have a lot on your plate, and legal issues shouldn’t be one of those things. The post 4 Different Lawyers That Entrepreneurs Need appeared first on The Startup Magazine.
The Startup Magazine
OCTOBER 29, 2018
It’s a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to look at property. The post Entrepreneur Opportunities in the UK Property Market appeared first on The Startup Magazine. There have been various reports of late that the UK property market is slowing – or at least stagnant.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 13, 2018
Entrepreneurs interested in starting a fintech or digital currency business or looking for related funding resources, would be well advised to get to know Vancouver’s Michael Patryn. Entrepreneurs with VC funding gain more than funding, they gain a team of partners.
Hearpreneur
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. We asked some entrepreneurs what they loved about “being their own boss.”. #1- What I love most about being an entrepreneur is the opportunity to provide a service to my clients I truly believe in.
YoungUpstarts
MAY 12, 2017
But who becomes a successful entrepreneur? Many recent articles suggest recipes for how parents can try to mold their children into entrepreneurs, recommending specific steps parents can take. I learned you don’t want to “make” your children entrepreneurs.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 3, 2015
The fourth is called an entrepreneur. The greatest exhilaration and reward in being an entrepreneur is clearly seeing things that others cannot see, and instinctively knowing how to accomplish your vision. This may be the most critical trait of any successful entrepreneur.
Steve Blank
APRIL 11, 2018
But that’s the conclusion of a provocative research paper, Asymmetric Information and Entrepreneurship , that explains a new theory of why some people choose to be entrepreneurs. So, entrepreneurs start ventures because they can’t signal their worth to potential employers.
YoungUpstarts
OCTOBER 30, 2017
The tortoise and the hare is a great bedtime story, but also proffers some advice to every young business owner and entrepreneur alike. That early experience inspired my passion as an entrepreneur and started me on the path toward becoming a real estate investor.
Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 17, 2015
In my years of working with entrepreneurs, I have heard many times the promise that their new idea will create the next Amazon or Apple, but I rarely hear the more important promise that the founder will practice all the good habits of winning entrepreneurs like Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 1, 2017
A popular approach for aspiring entrepreneurs these days seems to be to corner anyone who will listen, with a pitch on their current “million dollar idea.” But not every entrepreneur has to be a visionary. action entrepreneur execution idea plan worth
YoungUpstarts
JANUARY 15, 2018
While many entrepreneurs simply learn these skills on the job and then, as the business expands, hire those with a higher level of knowledge in those specialist fields to take over, knowing what the fundamentals are in advance can ensure your business experiences smooth and rapid growth.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 5, 2017
by Inés Ruiz, founder of the Women Entrepreneur Community. I became a location-independent entrepreneur as a matter of necessity. Right now, in this day and age, being a Location-Independent entrepreneur is a new wave, particularly with millennials.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 3, 2015
Most entrepreneurs feel they have innate leadership talents, but struggle with how to nurture these abilities and measure their effectiveness. Authentic entrepreneurs lead through the power of personal influence, rather than coercion. business entrepreneur leadership practice startup
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 2, 2018
Winning customers as an entrepreneur in a startup has many parallels to a young army trying to penetrate some formidable new and unfamiliar territory. Some entrepreneurs get bogged down in planning and never get to the point of action, often called analysis paralysis (i.e.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 18, 2017
They are already planning, and scheming, on how to become entrepreneurs. Here are my four most important keys that you need to follow in becoming an entrepreneur: #1 – Find a career as an entrepreneur that you love, never do it just for the money.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 26, 2014
Many entrepreneurs fantasize about days longer than 24 hours, convinced that their new venture could change the world, if they just had more time. However, this topic is particularly critical to entrepreneurs, who struggle with challenges and crises every day that they didn’t anticipate.
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