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13 Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Best Business Advice

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Nine out of 10 entrepreneurs I know have long-term pain with their partners. The tenth entrepreneur without the headache is usually the one without a business partner. In this time of COVID-19, I reflect on the advice from John Fernyhough, who was a very successful lawyer and entrepreneur in New Zealand. Skills can be learned.

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How the Pick Two Rule helps entrepreneurs juggle priorities

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There is a common saying in construction that for every project, you can pick two of three attributes: speed, quality or price. . This Pick Two Rule of the construction world underscores a basic truth: While we can have everything we may want, we typically can’t have it all at once. He is also the host of The Elevate Podcast.

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The Yo-Yo Life of a Tech Entrepreneur – A Cautionary Tale

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TechCrunch ran my article yesterday as a guest post but I wanted to have a copy here for anybody who missed it and for future readers of this blog. Having been through this all before myself I would like to tell a cautionary tale that can happen to the best of us: The Yo-Yo life of the tech entrepreneur. We were based in London.

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Why Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Is Essential for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

It’s what being an entrepreneur is about. I’ve made monthly peer-mentoring sessions of 10 to 12 other entrepreneurs an integral part of my ongoing education. Construct an environment that’s action-oriented and milestone-driven. Likewise, transmitting your experiences to others feels energizing.

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The Problem with Startup Advice

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I'm often the last one to leave an event, held back by the most persistant of entrepreneurs trying to squeeze as much advice as they can out of me. Conferences, startup blogs, meetups--they're all filled with people telling you how to build your company. Why ever read another tech blog? Why should that stop me, though?

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Nashville Entrepreneurs Give Back During the Holidays

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Nashville is the 5 th most charitable city in the nation , so it’s perhaps no surprise that Nashville entrepreneurs are big on giving back to the community during the most “giving” time of the year. DWC Construction Company sets aside US$5,000-10,000 a year to donate to charity. And maybe a little holiday cheer along the way.

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How Employers Can Support Workplace Mental Health

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Ever wondered what it’s like to be part of the world’s largest network of entrepreneurs? . Assertive communication and constructive criticism will show your employees that you appreciate all the effort they put in, and have an understanding of their potential mishaps. Train your managing staff. Offer healthy perks.

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