Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 24, 2023

How to create effective systems and processes Well-designed systems and processes minimize redundancies and maximize output, which paves the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. This empowers us to prioritize tasks, identify bottlenecks, and monitor progress. Prioritize tasks Prioritization is essential.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The joy we once felt building our companies has vanished over time. Sleepless nights are followed by feeling exhausted in the office or on the road and a struggle to stay focused during the day. Entrepreneurship can be a lonely and stressful journey. There is strength, however, in admitting that at times we feel crushed instead.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

The news blogs will cover the what, how and how much but I want to focus on the “why” and try to be instructive of what I think makes for a great A-round startup. How does one come up with the right idea to start a company? We led a $4 million investment along with Thrive Capital, GLG and Sound Ventures.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 31, 2015

And actually if you have ADD you may just want to watch the videos I’ve embedded below because it’s easier to concentrate on that than reading a blog post. And actually if you have ADD you may just want to watch the videos I’ve embedded below because it’s easier to concentrate on that than reading a blog post.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 4, 2023

I’m hearing a lot about conscious entrepreneurship , the act of prioritizing socially and environmentally conscious values for the company and its employees, which starts in the early stages of forming a business. With an increase in remote work and cyberattacks on the rise, particularly ransomware attacks, prioritizing cybersecurity is key.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 3, 2022

In many ways, I once felt the same way—until I realized how far from the truth that was. My journey to prioritizing the environment was an organic (no pun intended!) I knew what kind of world I wanted my daughter to grow up in—and it was different from how the world looked to me at the time. Defining Circularity.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 8, 2024

” Dandapani offers a summary of how to focus and control awareness: Understand how the mind works and learn to control your awareness within the mind. ” Dandapani offers a summary of how to focus and control awareness: Understand how the mind works and learn to control your awareness within the mind.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

So, how can we minimize the impact of technology to promote more interpersonal connections? Prioritizing People Over Screens: How to Succeed in the Human Era With the prevalence of laptop screens and mobile phones, customers frequently switch between messaging apps to establish authentic, personal connections.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 2, 2021

Prioritizing an equitable workforce is one of the critical factors that grow an organization to be more successful. By Jewelle Saunders. Businesses have a healthier workforce, higher productivity and greater profitability when focusing on equity, diversity and inclusion. Here is what young leaders need to know about implicit bias.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 19, 2024

Plans also help with prioritization. The excitement of building your own business can quickly fade when faced with the reality of resource constraints. However, even though the path to success may be challenging, remember that countless thriving companies started with only a great idea and sheer determination. You can, too!

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StartupNation

JUNE 6, 2025

Leaning back in my chair and pensively staring into the digital whiteness of the Google Doc (about to type this article), I’m thinking how many times I actually pronounced (in my head or out loud), “ If only someone had told me this before ,” as a founding CEO. And so, in 2005, I decided to start a business with only $100 in my pocket.

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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 5, 2012

So how do you get in front of them? Once you do, how much badgering is ok? I'll prioritize responding to it and it makes me feel like you're persistent enough to close a sale or a hire. Are you blogging really insightful takes on your industry? Raising money is hard. Is it persistence or annoyance? 4) Do your homework.

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StartupNation

JUNE 6, 2025

Leaning back in my chair and pensively staring into the digital whiteness of the Google Doc (about to type this article), I’m thinking how many times I actually pronounced (in my head or out loud), “ If only someone had told me this before ,” as a founding CEO. And so, in 2005, I decided to start a business with only $100 in my pocket.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 7, 2011

Sometime around 2003/04 my technology team turned me on to “Spolsky on Software&# a periodic newsletter served up blog style from Joel Spolsky of FogCreek Software, a maker of bug-tracking software. Blogs weren’t popularized yet so it was an oddity for me to read the founder of a software company spewing out advice.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

That great productivity drain that we somehow all buy into. I’ve taken to saying, “Email is our personal to-do list that anybody adds to – whether they know us or not.” ” I was lamenting it tonight when I saw the most brilliant response Tweet by Andrew Hyde . ” Brilliant! It has become part of modern life.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 9, 2020

A version of this article originally appeared on Johal’s LinkedIn blog. . The video does a quick but deep dive into how the world has fundamentally shifted because of the virus. We prioritized work, we left our families for “in-between” moments, and we cared little for the environment. Most of us had to pivot in some way.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 5, 2020

Companies that prioritize gender equality are stronger, smarter companies. Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is proud to support International Women’s Day (IWD), which celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political contributions of women. The Point 7 team. In what ways? Absolutely.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

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. What is the Change Curve? But unsurprisingly, my reluctance to delegate meant I eventually became the bottleneck to growth.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 10, 2024

As we continue to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and the 13-19 May Mental Health Awareness Week , Ethan King (EO Atlanta) shares an innovative method for prioritizing mental health while keeping the sometimes overwhelming pace of entrepreneurship. Modern life is like walking a tight rope high above the ground every single day.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 31, 2024

Here’s how, with the support of the EO community, I found new ways to work and began to truly gain traction in my business’s success. I’m always surprised how, in EO, you can reach out to the network of entrepreneurs with a particular need, and there is always someone who will share a recommendation.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 24, 2023

We asked Chantel Cohen , an entrepreneur, LCSW and Certified Executive Coach, how to successfully navigate the inevitable highs and lows an entrepreneur experiences throughout their journey. Here’s what she shared: No matter how successful you are as an entrepreneur, you will always have fairly dramatic highs and lows.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 20, 2023

He shared that “Life is not short, but it is finite,” which I found very inspiring because it prioritizes everything. EO Europe’s 2023 regional event, EO Unlimited Barcelona, from 18-20 October, attracted more than 180 members from 46 countries to hear 14 speakers and make countless impactful connections.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

There’s a response to a commonly asked question that’s become a conversational crutch: “How’s it going?”. It’s about what you prioritize and how you use your time. Effective leaders know how to prioritize what’s most important.”. and more articles from the EO blog. Just busy.”. His words have stuck with me.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Let’s focus on the traits shared by most entrepreneurs—and how you can tap into these characteristics to jumpstart your own success. . Not sure how to network? What makes an entrepreneur? A passion for connection. They say it’s all about who you know. Getting the Most Out of Networking Events. The ability to delegate.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 12, 2024

Here are eight key takeaways highlights from Chatri’s journey with ONE Championship that provide a roadmap for how to stand out for the right reasons and achieve lasting success. Is this the meaning of life? Just to make a lot of money, buy more material things, and have more zeros in your bank account?” What’s a brand-new way?”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Jess Lam, co-founder of Kaiterra and a member of EO Beijing Metropolitan, shared: “Before joining EO, I was told how important health was to an entrepreneur; without it, there isn’t enough stamina for business success. To EO, on your 37th anniversary, remember that the key to long-term success is perseverance. “To and mean it.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 21, 2023

In my work, I’ve also seen that entrepreneurs who prioritize authenticity are more fulfilled, more resilient, and more confident decision-makers. My favorite thing about being an entrepreneur? My business has allowed me to become the most authentic version of myself. However, it wasn’t always an easy journey to get here.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Here’s an example that illustrates why Forums prioritize experience sharing over advice: Imagine I am giving a presentation to my Forum about whether I should hire a good friend into my business. Almost 10 years ago, I had my first experience with a professional Forum when I joined Entrepreneurs’ Organization. In my experience.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 21, 2021

Lou Cysewski is an EO member in Seattle, as well as the co-founder and CEO of Coolperx , the first net carbon neutral merchandising company in the world. She’s on a mission to transform the SWAG industry from a toxic polluter to a conscientious connector of people and values with a strong focus on sustainability. We asked Lou about her experience.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 7, 2021

We asked Cheng, founder of The Table Less Traveled , which organizes boutique, small-group international culinary tours, how she made a significant pivot to save her business. I had experienced through others, and then for myself, how lonely entrepreneurship can be. I wanted to share those relationships and experiences with others. .

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StartupNation

MAY 23, 2025

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 18, 2010

As individuals we have choices about how we spend our time. Here’s how I break down the four quadrants (and I’ve put my definitions in here – not Covey’s). Here’s how I break down the four quadrants (and I’ve put my definitions in here – not Covey’s). Here’s what I learned.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 23, 2020

The fate of your company depends on the wheels that turn it, which makes it imperative that you know how to identify the qualities of a strong remote employee. There are now over 1 million novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases worldwide. Many nonessential businesses have been forced to close their doors to the public during this pandemic.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 29, 2024

This is why it’s so important to pick our environments carefully and ensure they are aligned to the behaviors we want to prioritize in life. Design Your Environment for Success How can we utilize this understanding of environments to our advantage? Joining a book club is a great way to start a consistent reading habit.

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Hunter Walk

JUNE 17, 2022

How Levels Does Meetings. Levels publishes a lot of how they work and the above meeting guide is a great overview of system-thinking. Jared’s a really talented NYC entrepreneur who recently started blogging more. Cross-country flights are great times to catch up on newsletters and unread feeds. Entrepreneurs crave it.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We asked Eden how to protect your company from being cancelled. We asked Eden how to protect your company from being cancelled. Prioritize Physiological and Safety Needs The emotional and mental strain stemming from cancel culture isn’t just borne by the company but by its employees.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Winnie Hart ‘s presentation on how to Stand Out as a Thought Leader provided great tools that reaffirmed why I do what I do.”. It was inspiring to hear how his perseverance carried him through, and how he discovered new micro-niches that resulted in UGG achieving levels he never thought possible. .

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