Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 15, 2020

2018 YLAI Fellow Alex founded El Árbol English School in Costa Rica, an institution where students of all ages learn English and develop critical thinking skills. His advice to YLAI Network members looking to make a difference in their community is to really work hard to get to know their community first.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 1, 2020

Embassy Brasilia hosted a live virtual discussion in May 2020 for exchange alumni and members of the YLAI Network on “how to lead in a post-pandemic world,” featuring entrepreneurship experts Alisa Cohn and Richie Norton, with moderator Rhett Power. Books by Marianne Williamson. Connections through the YLAI Network.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

And so, generally, the people who invested in tech companies — the traditional venture investors — could tap their extended talent networks and apply their knowledge to bring talented people into startups, or at least coach the founders on how to select the right talent to scale and grow. How do we manage hypergrowth when it happens?

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 31, 2020

I booked my first two coaching clients five months later — exactly a month shy of running out of savings. YLAI has given me the tremendous opportunity to connect to a global network of entrepreneurs as well as gain firsthand work experience in the United States within my field. How has YLAI helped you achieve your mission?

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NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Want to tap in to the best startup advice from entrepreneurs who are out there doing it? Founders a few steps ahead of you will give you the most valuable advice you have ever received because they were in your shoes not too long ago. Learn about yourself, and develop a strong mindset. Luke Campbell – Cofounder.

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Andreessen Horowitz

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott, in conversation with a16z’s Bob Swan, explains how AI copilots are keeping developers longer in a flow state and why AI copilots more broadly could be the start of an industrial revolution for knowledge work. [00:59] What’s your advice for how we get the most out of tools like Copilot?

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

I have been researching this both to support Versatile VC ’s portfolio companies and also as part of research for my new book, To University and Beyond: Launch Your Career in High Gear. In my book, I collects all the best scholarships, fellowships, and other programs for high-achieving young people. . 1) Your school.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 6, 2020

In addition to developing Urban Betty , a successful salon with two locations, Neff also created an app for stylists , produced a book about homes in Austin, Texas, and even reached the Inc. You also have an impressive array of side projects—from books and apps to philanthropic and environmental initiatives.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 27, 2023

Featuring topics like mobile apps, cloud-based resources, collaboration tools, creator communities, developer tools, e-commerce, low code, recurring revenue and marketing tools The Security Stage: Gain the keys to protecting sensitive information and thwarting hackers intent on unlocking details of your business and your life. See you there!

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Revolution

MAY 21, 2019

We asked the winners in each city to tell us about their companies, provide advice to fellow entrepreneurs, and share a little more about themselves. What advice would you offer entrepreneurs in Orlando? My advice would be to pick and develop a focus in which you have competency and passion. What does your company do?

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 24, 2020

To celebrate Fatima’s work promoting financial literacy and wellness, the YLAI Network asked her a few questions about her journey to entrepreneurship. The YLAI Fellowship and Network have helped me achieve my mission by: Broadening my horizons. From very young, I was inspired to be an entrepreneur and to do great things.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JANUARY 24, 2021

Dustin Shay in New York City wrote, “Our primary role, as ecosystem builders, is to facilitate connection and network access for entrepreneurs. The ability to make those connections, though, is predicated on the establishment, active engagement, management, and continued development of a relevant and meaningful network.

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Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 8, 2010

We’re here for Greycroft’s CEO Summit – a gathering of the CEO’s of their portfolio companies with guest speakers covering topics including how to build your team, PR, customer development, etc. It is the key to “customer development” that Steve Blank talks about. I felt the same way.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

I say this as somebody who recruited several Harvard, Wharton and similar MBAs at my first company (the one where I acknowledge that I made every mistake in the book). on all the computers and established a network using Novell. My first job after college was as a developer at Andersen Consulting. I installed Windows 3.1

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2019

So you need to build a network even outside of your company. I called every person I knew in Accenture Europe and asked for advice to get transferred. He agreed to meet for a beer at the airport so I booked my tickets and flew from LA completely on a lark. Develop your voice. I used to work at Accenture as a programmer.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 18, 2016

Advice for entrepreneurs is often reduced to absolute statements and black-and-white “do’s” and “don’ts,” but I’ve found the truth is more nuanced. Here are some of the lessons that have meant the most to me: Advice can be unhelpful. Developing core competencies, such as one’s ability to learn, is more valuable in the long run.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 14, 2022

TechCrunch Events Networking Platform Mobile App is now available. Web-Based Networking Platform: The web version of the networking platform can be accessed via an activation email sent to attendees’ inboxes. Building the Visual Economy Through Developer-Led Innovation , with Cloudinary. ” Download here.

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 25, 2023

He emphasizes the importance of developing a unique edge, whether a distinct insight, specific expertise, a robust network, or another asset that offers an advantage. “No matter what it is, you need to have a strategy for effectively using that edge to your advantage.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Brett McKay, from the Art of Manliness Blog, adapted a great object lesson from Stephen Covey’s book, “First Things First.” Hopefully, by now you’re beginning to develop solid routines. Networking with established people in your industry can be invaluable. He invites us to picture our workday as a container.

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David Teten VC

JUNE 9, 2021

Expert Networks. Expert Network firms source subject matter experts from various domains and pair them with clients seeking topical or industry insights. I founded Circle of Experts, an expert network which I sold to Evalueserve.). The expert network industry has grown an average 4.5%

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TechCrunch

MARCH 13, 2021

In January 2021, Prince Edward Island-based ScreenScape Networks was acquired by Spectrio for an undisclosed fee, then Halifax-based storytelling platform Wattpad was acquired by Naver in a deal worth $600 million. Each province tends to have a godfather/cheerleader who has championed local startups through investment, advice and connections.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Founder Christina York created the tech to work as augmented reality for published books but quickly pivoted into health care when she found the technology could be readily used as pediatric patient distraction during medical procedures. RightBrain Networks. FreightVerify. With RightBrain, you can handle AWS migration, DevOps and more.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

MAY 9, 2022

I spent two years going in a circle around the company, networking non-stop, talking to every organization, and applying for every role I could find. I submitted proposals on what my priorities would be as a PM when I applied to every org: customer service, developer productivity, studios, partnerships, and notifications.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 21, 2023

Somewhere in the midst of all that, Boston Dynamics demoed an improved bipedal robot, Wikipedia launched a redesign and major universities banned TikTok from their campus networks. At Early Stage, experts will share advice on protecting intellectual property, structuring cap tables, developing target customer personas and more.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Why not give the gift that keeps on giving: branding advice. Best Books for Small Business. Smarthustle’s list of 10 best books for small business include The Common Path to Uncommon Success by John Lee Dumas, How I Built this by Guy Raz, and Profile First by Mike Michalowicz, to name a few. Promo Codes.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

APRIL 24, 2021

Founders from outside a tech-ecosystem are surrounded by bad advice, since building a startup is different from other kinds of businesses. 1) Don’t hoard your idea, share it freely The 2010 drama, the Social Network , depicted every entrepreneur’s worst fears. I found that the opposite is true. Let’s dive in. (1)

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Traditionally, companies hold in-person sales kickoffs (SKOs) in January and February to network, educate sales teams about new products and devise strategies for the year ahead. You wouldn’t hire a plumber to redo your wiring, and you shouldn’t hire a web3 developer if you’re building a team for your metaverse startup.

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Startup Grind

AUGUST 13, 2018

She previously founded Dress for Success, a network that empowers women to thrive both professionally and personally, and Crisis Textline, a non-profit that provides crisis intervention support via text. Favorite business book, blog, podcast? What is one piece of advice you’d give every founder? I love teaching.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 21, 2021

I also took proactive steps to protect myself as a healthcare provider, many of which I learned from the book, Making Nutrition Your Business by Ann Silver and Lisa Stollman. As Porter Gale says, “ Your network is your net worth.”. There are also SBA locations across the US and numerous opportunities to grow your network.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 17, 2023

Moreover, founders must learn to embrace the challenges of fundraising, honing their pitching and networking skills in the process. Play Ventures invests in the gaming industry – from free-to-play and web3 game development studios to gaming services, including infrastructure and tooling.

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StartupNation

JUNE 20, 2021

What advice would you give to someone in your shoes, knowing what you know now? As you begin to develop as a thought leader, it’s a good idea to build relationships with reporters and journalists to begin getting some of your thoughts and ideas out into media coverage. What is your background? All of these questions have answers.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

AUGUST 21, 2020

Through the library I ran a Women in Business networking lunch and panel discussion. We had moderated networking with lunch first, with each of the panelists at a table connecting those who are in complementary industries, and then a panel discussion so anyone could ask questions. I’ve helped different chambers in the St.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 17, 2019

While there’s lots of advice out there on how investors can exit successfully, there’s less for entrepreneurs in the trenches. A junior mining company may not be able to bankroll and build a massive international project, for instance, but hiring an all-star COO/project development candidate creates a threat that they could.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 18, 2023

The business model they’re starting with is a per transaction fee but they say they plan to develop the model as they grow.) “We have got an immediate network but we also have a kind of peripheral network of designers — we’ve been able to go to fashion weeks, we’ve got a nice connection with Central Sant Martins.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Walton joined eBay and soon rose to work as the head of business operations and development. Currently, a lot of information or advice around pregnancy lives in books or in-person classes. One of Expectful’s closest competitors is Peanut, a social network for moms used by over 1.2 million people.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 5, 2016

It takes months of preparation, marketing, networking and other activities to create a strong business profile that will ultimately lead to a highly-successful organization. If you can associate with people who challenge you to think positively, dream bigger and offer advice, your path to success becomes easier. They got on the bike.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 19, 2020

This time, I connected with 15 startup and SME leaders from my network to discover how they are tackling the current crisis, and what advice they had to offer to others in the same boat. Nick Quain , VP, venture development, Invest Ottawa . “Go If your business is struggling, be an open book about it.

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