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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
In fact, some pundits argue that the best entrepreneurs, including Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg, actually dropped out of school early to start their businesses, implying a negative relationship to training. Not everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur, and that is a good thing. 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
The Centre for Entrepreneurs argues that entrepreneurs and offenders share certain traits – for example, a willingness to take risks and a disregard for convention. From Inmates to Entrepreneurs’? for ex-offenders looking to become entrepreneurs. 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
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
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
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
I agree they certainly apply to the great entrepreneurs I have known. attributes best entrepreneurs Jon GordonAt some point in their life, hopefully everyone strives to be the best in their chosen profession. Most people think that being the best requires more intelligence, more training, and more experience. In reality, in business or even in sports, the evidence is conclusive that it is as much about how you think, as what you do. MORE
There are other social networks in the list of 200 “major sites” recognized by Wikipedia that entrepreneurs use for networking, depending on where you are in the world, like Orkut, Viadeo, and Sina Weibo, but talking to friends on Facebook probably won’t help you. 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
We entrepreneurs all believe in our own potential to create a company that will last. Finally, many entrepreneurs let their ego get the best of them when it comes to sales and lead generation. To start a company is to believe in yourself. 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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If you’re a young entrepreneur, you probably have a few highly successful entrepreneurs that you follow to the T. While some aren’t so good at making use of the minimalistic approach to communication, some are incredible, and give young entrepreneurs a new chance to learn every day. MORE
When listening to podcasts or watching Youtube clips featuring entrepreneurs who own lucrative businesses, you tend to only hear about their success. It can make any aspiring entrepreneur wonder if these successful folks ever had any setbacks before they started their business. 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
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
I’ve seen many startups rush into development of an idea before truly understanding the requirements for a successful product and before validating the financial viability of the opportunity,” says entrepreneur Brandon Hoe. MORE
Lead creative entrepreneurs creativity personal development productivity successHere's a look at unconventional wisdom and unusual success tips to help creative minds get there (wherever there is) faster. 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
These websites are absolutely important for an entrepreneur to follow as it provides them with information, strategies and also teaches to use the various tools for a successful business experience. 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
In reality, it takes a collaboration of many good people to build and run a business, even though the original idea probably did come from that innovative entrepreneur. It also may be a hard concept to accept if you are a fiercely independent entrepreneur driving an innovative vision. 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
One of the most significant hurdles that many aspiring entrepreneurs must face involves raising capital to launch their business. Entrepreneurs commonly invest some of their own capital in their ventures, but more money is usually needed. MORE
However, when an entrepreneur passes on, most successful businesses will gradually start deteriorating. The post Entrepreneur Estate Planning Questions Answered appeared first on The Startup Magazine. MORE
Here's a look at ten female entrepreneurs that have certainly arrived on the scene. People Success Profiles female entrepreneurs people women entrepreneurs women in businessAnd we'd wager they are here to stay. MORE
In closing, if you are an entrepreneur, don’t let the idea of demand generation scare you. The post Ninja Moves from a Secret Marketing Entrepreneur appeared first on The Startup Magazine. The Economy May Stall: Why That’s Good News. MORE
There are some great resolutions for entrepreneurs who want to be in the spotlight this year, starting with publishing a book in their field of expertise. Here are four New Year’s resolutions for entrepreneurs: 1. 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
Entrepreneurs are ready to take many risks. Entrepreneurs are willing to take on financial risks in the hope of profit, not to mention that they are always on the lookout for investment opportunities. Have you ever thought about investing in small start-ups or entrepreneurs? 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
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JANUARY 28, 2019
In reality, it takes a collaboration of many good people to build and run a business, even though the original idea probably did come from that innovative entrepreneur. It also may be a hard concept to accept if you are a fiercely independent entrepreneur driving an innovative vision.
YFS Magazine
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Here's a look at ten female entrepreneurs that have certainly arrived on the scene. People Success Profiles female entrepreneurs people women entrepreneurs women in businessAnd we'd wager they are here to stay.
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 26, 2018
In fact, some pundits argue that the best entrepreneurs, including Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg, actually dropped out of school early to start their businesses, implying a negative relationship to training. Not everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur, and that is a good thing.
YoungUpstarts
JANUARY 20, 2019
If you’re a young entrepreneur, you probably have a few highly successful entrepreneurs that you follow to the T. While some aren’t so good at making use of the minimalistic approach to communication, some are incredible, and give young entrepreneurs a new chance to learn every day.
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
Hearpreneur
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
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.
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.
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.
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
There are other social networks in the list of 200 “major sites” recognized by Wikipedia that entrepreneurs use for networking, depending on where you are in the world, like Orkut, Viadeo, and Sina Weibo, but talking to friends on Facebook probably won’t help you.
YoungUpstarts
JANUARY 23, 2019
Entrepreneurs are ready to take many risks. Entrepreneurs are willing to take on financial risks in the hope of profit, not to mention that they are always on the lookout for investment opportunities. Have you ever thought about investing in small start-ups or entrepreneurs?
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
JANUARY 28, 2019
Lead creative entrepreneurs creativity personal development productivity successHere's a look at unconventional wisdom and unusual success tips to help creative minds get there (wherever there is) faster.
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
DECEMBER 30, 2018
I agree they certainly apply to the great entrepreneurs I have known. attributes best entrepreneurs Jon GordonAt some point in their life, hopefully everyone strives to be the best in their chosen profession. Most people think that being the best requires more intelligence, more training, and more experience. In reality, in business or even in sports, the evidence is conclusive that it is as much about how you think, as what you do.
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
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
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!
Our Own Start-up
DECEMBER 29, 2018
These websites are absolutely important for an entrepreneur to follow as it provides them with information, strategies and also teaches to use the various tools for a successful business experience.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 27, 2018
There are some great resolutions for entrepreneurs who want to be in the spotlight this year, starting with publishing a book in their field of expertise. Here are four New Year’s resolutions for entrepreneurs: 1.
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.
Hearpreneur
NOVEMBER 4, 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.
YoungUpstarts
JANUARY 29, 2019
The Centre for Entrepreneurs argues that entrepreneurs and offenders share certain traits – for example, a willingness to take risks and a disregard for convention. From Inmates to Entrepreneurs’? for ex-offenders looking to become entrepreneurs.
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.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 16, 2018
However, when an entrepreneur passes on, most successful businesses will gradually start deteriorating. The post Entrepreneur Estate Planning Questions Answered appeared first on The Startup Magazine.
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.
The Startup Magazine
JANUARY 28, 2019
One of the most significant hurdles that many aspiring entrepreneurs must face involves raising capital to launch their business. Entrepreneurs commonly invest some of their own capital in their ventures, but more money is usually needed.
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.
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?
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
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
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.
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.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 21, 2018
In closing, if you are an entrepreneur, don’t let the idea of demand generation scare you. The post Ninja Moves from a Secret Marketing Entrepreneur appeared first on The Startup Magazine. The Economy May Stall: Why That’s Good News.
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.
YoungUpstarts
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I’ve seen many startups rush into development of an idea before truly understanding the requirements for a successful product and before validating the financial viability of the opportunity,” says entrepreneur Brandon Hoe.
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.
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.
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.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 11, 2018
We entrepreneurs all believe in our own potential to create a company that will last. Finally, many entrepreneurs let their ego get the best of them when it comes to sales and lead generation. To start a company is to believe in yourself.
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
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.
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.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 18, 2018
When listening to podcasts or watching Youtube clips featuring entrepreneurs who own lucrative businesses, you tend to only hear about their success. It can make any aspiring entrepreneur wonder if these successful folks ever had any setbacks before they started their business.
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