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3 Real-World Startup Lessons from Harvard Business School Entrepreneurs

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We both went on to have successful careers as consultants and entrepreneurs, and had a passion for working with and investing in younger entrepreneurs. So when Jim floated the idea of a book targeting entrepreneurs to help more of them succeed, we gave it serious thought. and more articles from the EO blog.

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How Entrepreneurs and Founders Can Avoid “Capital Tunnel Vision”   

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As an entrepreneur or founder starting a business, you may think of capital as purely monetary. Identify the right track for your goals Entrepreneurs must align business goals and long-term objectives at the outset of founding their company in order to attract the right type or combination of capital to support success.

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EmpowHER Your Mindset: How Women Entrepreneurs Can Overcome Negative Thoughts To Stay Motivated

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In March, EO recognizes and celebrates women entrepreneurs with its second annual EmpowHER virtual conference , which focuses on the specific challenges women in business experience. Women entrepreneurs will learn from experts how to navigate the three pillars of every woman entrepreneurs’ life: business, family and self.

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Today’s entrepreneurs weigh in: Is entrepreneurship a lonely journey?

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At the core of Entrepreneurs’ Organization ‘s mission is helping entrepreneurs achieve their full potential. That stark statistic illustrates the tide the entrepreneur wades against in their efforts to create a viable business. Indeed, the life of an entrepreneur brings with it multiple demands: physical.

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How to Succeed in Engineering Consulting

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By Andrew Armstrong, an Octane blog contributor. Engineering consulting might be for you. Here’s a look at why engineers branch out into consulting, the best ways to get started and how to ensure success. The pros (and a few cons) of consulting. First steps to start an engineering consulting firm. Success tips.

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6 traits that make an entrepreneur

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Contributed by Noelle Fauver, marketing consultant and writer. . Heidi Zak , Elon Musk, Oprah, Warren Buffet, Kendra Scott , Sara Blakely and Bill Gates—entrepreneurs may appear quite diverse, but they typically share a few key qualities. What makes an entrepreneur? A passion for connection. They say it’s all about who you know.

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7 EO members share what they wish non-entrepreneurs knew about entrepreneurs

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Kym is fascinated by entrepreneurs and their journeys, so he asked EO members from various chapters to share their entrepreneurial experiences. In this first installment of Kym Huynh’s Leadership Toolkit series, Kym asked what entrepreneurs wished non-entrepreneurs knew about them.