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How To Master the Art of Saying ‘No’: A Key Skill for Entrepreneurial Success

Entrepreneurs' Organization

There’s a robust correlation between success and having the ability to say “no” to opportunities that don’t serve you. Here’s how can learn how to master the art of saying “no,” too. “We’ve said no to Fortune 500 companies,” said Tim Bergler of Percipio Group Consulting during an expert panel session with 50 entrepreneurs in the room.

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A decade of deep tech just the beginning for emerging innovators

NZ Entrepreneur

Callaghan Innovation’s Deep Tech Incubator Programme has supported nearly half of the innovative deep tech startups founded in Aotearoa over the past 10 years. Key highlights: The Deep Tech Incubator Programme has contributed to 49% of total new deep tech deals (80 out of 162 deals) between 2014 – 2023.* Cumulative private investment commitment and follow-on investment is about 8.6 times amount of public repayable grant funding. ($381M private vs $44m public).  38% Women-led / co-led sta

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6 Lessons Learned on My Journey to Bring Sustainability to the Events Industry

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Starting out in public relations and marketing, I always loved events. What began as a passion for crafting unique experiences has evolved into a dedicated mission to make events more sustainable and impactful. When I founded Analog Events over eight years ago, I set out to challenge the norms of the event industry, transforming a simple idea into a force for change.

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What I Learned Coaching VCs for the Last Year and What’s Next

This is going to be BIG.

About a year ago, I asked why more VCs aren’t using coaches. Given the uncertain career paths for VCs, the unique dynamics around partner promotion within and across firms, and lack of clear direction on how to best spend your time on a day to day basis, it felt like investors would benefit from talking to someone who could provide some guidance. After all, it’s something they recommend founders do.

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How Top Tech CFOs Solve Annual Planning’s Biggest Challenges

Gearing up for 2025 annual planning? Our latest eBook from the Operators Guild is your ultimate guide. Discover real-world solutions and best practices shared by top CFOs, drawn directly from discussions within OG’s vibrant online community. Learn from senior executives at high-growth tech startups as they outline financial planning strategies, align CEO and board goals, and coordinate budgets across departments.

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It Takes An Innovation Ecosystem To Grow a Student Entrepreneur

Venture Well

Angel Teagle was a student at Elizabeth City State University with an idea that would become Car Seat Companion. An ecosystem of resources helped him grow into an entrepreneur. The post It Takes An Innovation Ecosystem To Grow a Student Entrepreneur appeared first on VentureWell.

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The VC tide has gone out. A real innovation wave is now arriving.

Founders Coop

For years after the dotcom bubble burst, being a founder was weird and hard. Things were just starting to pick up again when the bottom fell out of the global economy. The GFC kicked off the most sustained period of fiscal and monetary stimulus in modern times. Just as the Fed was coming off the gas COVID hit, forcing a quick return to zero interest rates plus a massive new liquidity pulse to keep the lights on after we all went home.

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How Embracing the Change Curve Empowered Me To Grow as an Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The ability to embrace change is a fundamental skill for any founder. Growing a business from the ground up requires being willing and able to adapt as your product evolves, your market changes, and your customer base grows. And while entrepreneurs tend to be more inclined to embrace change than most people, that doesn’t mean it’s always easy for us.

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Disruptive Technology Startups Selected for Morgan Stanley’s Inclusive Ventures Lab

American Entrepreneurship

25 seed and early-stage startups participate in a 5-month long program ending with a Demo Day showcasing their disruptive innovation For its 2024 global accelerator cohort, Morgan Stanley received thousands of applications. The global financial services firm narrowed its selection down to 25 companies for its I nclusive Ventures Lab. Drawing from the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), twelve of the 25 companies are U.S.

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TNB Aura to Invest $30 Million in Philippine Startups Over Three Years

AsiaTechDaily

Southeast Asia-focused venture capital firm TNB Aura plans to invest around $30 million in startups in the Philippines over the next three years.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Zain Jaffer: Family Office Investor Interview

The Seraf Compass

We had the opportunity to interview Zain Jaffer, with Zain Ventures. Here, he provides insights in investing as a family office.

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Where is the Budget for AI Coming From?

Tomasz Tunguz

Morgan Stanley surveyed a group of CIOS to understand the sources of AI budget. If hyperscalers deploy $100b in capex on AI this year & legions of software vendors hawk AI solutions, the money to justify it must come from somewhere. 41% of CIOs said net new spend. 35% said existing software spend. Only 6% said it would come from professional services.

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4 Ways Raising a Family and a Company Share More in Common Than You Think

Entrepreneurs' Organization

For many of us, at least in the northern hemisphere, September usually marks the final days of summer holidays and a winding down of dedicated family time with our children and life partners. Travel and beach time give way to academic pressures. Schools call our kids back, and the quickening pace of business demands our increasing attention. We may feel pulled in two very different directions, and that can be stressful.

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Upcoming Venture Atlanta Conference Spotlights Southeast U.S. Entrepreneurs

American Entrepreneurship

Startups, early-stage and growth-stage companies present their models to a gathering of angel investors and venture capital firms The Venture Atlanta Conference, set to take place on October 8-9, 2024, at The Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall, is one of the most anticipated entrepreneurial events in the southeast U.S. business ecosystem.

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Your Fractional Finance and Accounting Team

Mighty Financial specializes in supporting the financial aspirations of small businesses and entrepreneurs. With our comprehensive bookkeeping and precise accounting expertise with decades of experience across diverse financial roles, our team offers tailor-made services ranging from essential bookkeeping to strategic fractional CFO support, catered specifically to the unique challenges of technology companies, startups, and SMEs.

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Unlocking New Horizons in SaaS: Why Silicon Valley Investors and Corporations Should Attend the Korean SaaS Showcase

AsiaTechDaily

Korean SaaS Titans with $100M Revenue to Showcase in Silicon Valley: Exclusive Two-Day Event Announced The future of cloud computing is poised for transformation as ten leading South Korean SaaS […]

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i2E Receives 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Award from IEDC

Innovation 2 Enterprise

i2E Receives 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award from the International Economic Development Council IEDC’s annual Excellence Awards honor the economic development organizations, government entities, initiatives, and programs that have demonstrated consistent, exemplary performance in the profession i2E, Inc. received a 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).

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EO Members Share 7 Life Lessons to Celebrate EO’s 37th Anniversary

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Happy Anniversary, EO! On 17 September 2024, the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) celebrates 37 years of supporting entrepreneurs with the connection, tools, and learning they need to make a meaningful impact on the world. It’s a milestone that mirrors the path of an entrepreneur at age 37: Experienced, accomplished, yet still brimming with untapped potential.

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Wealth.com’s Series A led by GV supports the Disruptive Estate Planning Platform

American Entrepreneurship

Technology combined with the human touch has driven industry adoption since the platform launch. Estate planning platform Wealth.com was launched in 2022 by a team of industry veterans with expertise in trust and estate law, personal financial management, and data security. Their pedigrees are from institutions such as Goldman Sachs, SoFi, and Accenture where they established a track record of building exceptional client experiences.

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Digitalization: 5 Tech Updates That Will Help You Survive The Recession & Thrive

Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.

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Enterprise Singapore and Google Cloud Partner to Accelerate AI Innovation Among Startups and SMEs

AsiaTechDaily

Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) has partnered with Google Cloud to launch new initiatives to drive the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across startups and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore.

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Inspiring True Beauty from the Inside Out: A Conversation with Founder Priscilla Broward on Why…

Jason Malki

Inspiring True Beauty from the Inside Out: A Conversation with Founder Priscilla Broward on Why Ultimate Beauty is Health I had the pleasure of interviewing Priscilla A. Broward, Founder & Managing Director of Ultimate Beauty Health , which provides high-quality nutricosmetics for general health and beauty for professional and consumer markets. A seasoned executive with a career focused on startup projects, brand innovation, and trend development, Ms.

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Interview with Anna Stella, Marketing Expert, BBSA

Startup Blogpost

This is an exclusive interview with Anna Stella, Marketing Expert, BBSA. Could you please tell us a bit about yourself and your journey in the world of startups and entrepreneurship? My journey to founding BBSA is as unique as the company itself. While I initially secured funding by winning a TV show, BBSA’s success is rooted in our dedication to clients and passion for marketing.

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Moderne Ventures’ Oversubscribed Fund Reflects its Successful Strategies

American Entrepreneurship

The Moderne Ventures team of founder Constance Freedman and partner Liza Benson built a track record of top-tier returns with its novel approach to venture investing. Since its founding in 2015, Moderne Ventures has built a successful investment track record yielding top-tier returns on its 35+ investments, backing over 150 Passport companies across three funds.

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PE Mastery: CAPTARGET's Playbook for Quality Lead Flow

CAPTARGET presents a masterclass in M&A deal sourcing. Learn to cast a wide net, embracing seller self-identification. Consistency is the linchpin: keep the origination process steady for a reliable flow of opportunities. Diversify your tactics, employing various tools and vendors. Tech matters! Understand DNS settings, domain authority, and brand presence for optimal outreach.

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Kagome Launches $50M AgriTech Fund in Partnership with SVG Ventures

AsiaTechDaily

Japanese food producer Kagome, via its U.S. subsidiary Garbic USA, has introduced a $50 million corporate venture capital fund aimed at supporting innovation in the agricultural industry.

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Remote

NZ Entrepreneur

Who: Remote What: HR Management; Employer of Record (EOR); Contractor Management; Payroll; Remote API NZ HQ: Auckland Who do you work with and what key challenges do you help them solve? We partner with early to mid-stage remote-first businesses of 50 to 2,000 employees in tech, consulting, professional services, and education. We also tend to have a global workforce already.

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Customer Service Collaboration: Small Teams, Big Impact!

The Groove Blog

Ever had that sinking feeling when a customer calls back, more frustrated than before, because they got different answers from two of your service agents? Or witnessed a straightforward issue transform into a complicated one due to misplaced information? As a small business owner, you know these customer service communication hiccups can quickly turn into […] The post Customer Service Collaboration: Small Teams, Big Impact!

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“One Thing You Wish People Better Understood About Venture Capital” – Part V, featuring Ethan Kurzweil, Lily Lyman, Ashley Mayer, and Leshika Samarasinghe.

Hunter Walk

I asked some investor friends to share, as the title suggests, one thing they wished people better understood about venture capital. There were no ground rules other than to specify that ‘people’ could be founders, politicians, LPs, etc and that it would be default attributed but anonymous if they desired. Reporting out in batches of five. Here’s Part V: VC is a profession!

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr