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Texas Startup Manifesto 2.0

Austin Startup

Texas is the most promising technology market in the United States. Now the 9th largest economy in the world, it‘s clear that the rest of the world is waking up to the potential in Texas. Startups and investors should treat Texas like one big city. Are they drawn to Texas or moving away from California? Joe Lonsdale.

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What Every Entrepreneur Needs To Know About Accountability And Leadership

Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

I have come to know there is no direct correlation between arrogance or likability and leadership. If arrogance and likability are not part of the leadership equation, what is? You must do what you feel is best and rely on your expertise , which is the foundation of leadership and management. Weasels look for scapegoats.

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Meet our Startup Chica Committee Members

Austin Startup

After graduating, she came back to Texas?—?Austin, Diversity in leadership brings different perspectives to the table which could lead to a solution that others may not see right away. Growing up in South Texas, I had a few places where I could get experiential learning with media and technology in school. Austin, this time?—?to

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Dr.Liz Alexander on Co-Authorship

Life Beyond Code

My friend Dr.Liz Alexander recently co-authored a book called Thought Leadership Tweet. I am a big fan of thought leadership and also the executive editor of THINKaha (publisher of the book) so I will be doubly-biased when I say that the new book is fantastic. Please check it out. Life is all about growth, isn’t it?

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5 Lessons Every Entrepreneur Should Know

YoungUpstarts

Now, I am not saying that in many occurrences, the right decision might be to have a partial, virtual or interim leadership position. Within my previous organization some on my leadership team played critical roles on leadership teams of other companies. However, this is not the case for everyone.

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Awesome Austin Tech Events, May 1–7

Austin Startup

The Forrest Four-Cast: May 1, 2017 The strength of the Central Texas technology / startup scene helps SXSW thrive as an epicenter of innovation. Wednesday, May 3: Texas Healthcare Venture Forum Hosted by TEN Capital Group, TxHVF17 is a one-on-one funding forum open to qualified Texas companies and local and national investors.

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Kendra Scott Unveils the New Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at UT Austin

SiliconHills

The introduction of the new Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at the University of Texas at Austin had all the trappings of Hollywood with bright lights, lively music and dramatic backdrops. UT Austin President Gregory L.

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