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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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How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru 

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Déborah, a 2022 YLAI Fellow , is the founder and director of CAPAZ Perú , which develops cultural, educational and social projects for people with disabilities through art programs such as theater and dance. Her fibromyalgia diagnosis after university gave her even more drive to launch CAPAZ in 2018.

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Successful People Know the Value of Advice

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Psychology Today notes that taking advice somehow feels like admitting that we don’t really deserve our high status. But truly successful people understand that the advice and knowledge of people who have been-there, done-that is priceless. What would you ask them? Robert Kraft, CEO of the Kraft Group. Strauss, Esq.,

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How entrepreneurs are building resilience in their communities

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Developing the skills to be resilient is essential in order to be a strong leader, to recover from setbacks and to adapt to whatever challenges come your way. 2016 YLAI Fellow Marco Mendieta works hard to develop the small-business community of Ecuador and regenerate the economy following the country’s devastating earthquake of 2016.

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An Invitation to Explore and Adopt “Capitalism With Care”

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Kent Gregoire is an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member in Boston and CEO of Symphony Advantage , which helps CEOs achieve ongoing personal and professional success through strategic thinking, advice and planning. Here’s what he shared: I invite you?CEOs, CEOs, entrepreneurs, business leaders?to Finding My Tribe in EO.

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SaaS leaders: Use customer insights to accelerate growth during a downturn

TechCrunch

Therefore, it’s essential to clearly communicate the benefits of your product and develop use cases tailored to the challenges businesses are facing. Identify the sources businesses trust when evaluating software Businesses are turning to rich, analytical sources for advice.

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Top Small Business Resources for Starting and Growing Your Business        

American Entrepreneurship

Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs): Administered by the SBA, Centers are located around the country to be a local resource that is either free or low cost to small business owners. The Centers often reside within universities, colleges or state economic development agencies. Check out M eetups and LI Groups.