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Why Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Is Essential for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

I’ve made monthly peer-mentoring sessions of 10 to 12 other entrepreneurs an integral part of my ongoing education. In no small part, the knowledge I’ve gleaned from my EO peers led me to my newest undertaking. Why Peer to Peer? Accountability is another major benefit of peer mentoring.

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Three Often Overlooked Benefits of Joining a Peer Group of Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

In 2017, my wife and I had recently become empty-nesters, and I was itching to get into something new. Brannon is also enjoying the perks of being part of a peer group such as EO. The combination of networking and educational opportunities that a peer group provides ensures members have access to top-level development.

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Leading Leaders: 5 Insights from 5 Years with EO (that can help you, too)

Entrepreneurs' Organization

2017 feels like a very long time ago. By Dr. Carrie Santos, CEO of Entrepreneurs’ Organization. The world has changed significantly. A global pandemic. A brutal war. A stressful squeeze on global supply chains. A surge in extreme weather disasters. The rise of ‘fake news’. It is a time that has tested many of us.

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Hiring: What’s an “Ideal Fit”?

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The role isn’t expected to change much, and there’s little opportunity for advancement, growth or development. How much opportunity is there for growth or development in your company? By Kristen Harris, EO Columbus member and Co-Founder of Portfolio Creative. . They are equally qualified from an experience and skills set perspective.

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Accelerate Your Growth With This Top EO Program

Entrepreneurs' Organization

When Hana Laurenzo launched her translation business in Fort Worth, Texas, in 2007, she did what every smart small business owner does—joined local professional organizations, like the chamber of commerce, and generally sought opportunities to mingle with like-minded professionals. She relished the accountability of her peers and advisors.

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The Value of Competition for Young Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

In June 2017, you won Visa’s Everywhere Initiative. My GSEA experience provided the opportunity to refine my pitch and really understand what problems and cultural challenges people face when exploring cities. Tailoring our pitch to specific judges and peers in each competition helped improve our chances for success.

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How VC Fundraising Favors White Men

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Last week, on Martin Luther King Day, I decided that instead of saying something in my weekly newsletter , I would do the opposite--I would listen. I asked, "What is your experience of being be black in tech today and what can allies do to improve it?" I will not, however, tolerate hate in anyone's direction. Ducks head.] Ok, let's dive in.

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