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Sneak Preview of our Newest Octane Cover Story: Starting a SPARK

Entrepreneurs' Organization

This article was written for the March 2016 issue of Octane magazine. When Ryan and I decided to get involved in the education sector, comments from peers were along the lines of: ‘Oh, that’s sweet’ and ‘Are you doing that full time?’ Sometimes all it takes is a little spark to start a revolution.

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What a Hindu Priest Taught Me About PR and Marketing

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Like most baby boomers, I went through (and left behind) an Eastern mysticism phase many years ago, and I was leery of revisiting it. To my surprise and delight, the weekend was light on religion and heavy on simple, practical tools for making better use of your mind, and thus, your life. Focus your message to focus your customer’s awareness.

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Sneak Preview: Personal Branding Isn’t Shameless Self-Promotion

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The following article was written by Glen Carlson , co-founder of the Key Person of Influence Business Accelerator, for the March 2016 edition of Octane magazine : Consider the three types of branding you can develop as a business owner: a company brand, a product brand and a personal brand. is about taking that pitch and scaling it.

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Accelerate Your Growth With This Top EO Program

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The right time came in 2016 when Accelerator launched at EO Forth Worth. She relished the accountability of her peers and advisors. Hana reached her goal and graduated from the Accelerator program in April 2016. Hana reached her goal and graduated from the Accelerator program in April 2016. So, Hana waited.

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Adopting a Digital Mindset

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Sensing the need to offer EO news and peer-written content “in members’ pockets,” we set in motion a months-long process to outline, execute and distribute the digital equivalent of our magazine. Fueling a large part of our efforts this year is the adoption of a digital mindset, specifically when it comes to publications.

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EO Member Jenny Vance “Throws Caution to the Wind”

Entrepreneurs' Organization

I talk ideas out with peers, gather feedback and then methodically move forward. This story was featured in the March 2015 issue of Octane magazine. At a recent entrepreneurship summit, a group of speakers were discussing the perfect time to launch a company. The consensus surprised me a little— start before you’re ready. I’m no different.

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Investing Outside The Bay Area

Haystack

I have been reading Fred’s blog AVC for about a decade now. I sort of feel mentored by Fred via his blog, which is pretty remarkable for just writing words on the web and sharing them. Well, that time has finally come. Will folks be able to buy a house and raise their families here? These questions have been rattling around my brain.

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