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

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Insights and lessons from peers around the world are the key benefits of EO membership. . EO has given me so many educational opportunities that have been: (1) worth their weight in gold; and (2) perfect for spending time with people who are “in the same boat”. I don’t believe the entrepreneurial journey needs to be lonely.

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The Importance of The Narrative

Both Sides of the Table

By the end of my sophomore year I had taken on the role of education for our new freshman pledges and by the first quarter of my junior year I led the pledge class entirely. I went to undergrad at UCSD, which is not a place known for its Greek institutions and my father grew up in South America and had know idea what a fraternity was.

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Leading Leaders: 5 Insights from 5 Years with EO (that can help you, too)

Entrepreneurs' Organization

It is a time that has tested many of us. Yet, as I mark five years leading the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) as its CEO, it’s a good time to reflect on five key insights gained from such a remarkable community of business founders. These are lessons I have learned, thanks to all of you. Each possesses the unique traits of entrepreneurship.

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Too Cool for School: Why Dropouts Are the Most Successful Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

My dad is a liver transplant surgeon and one of the most educated people I’ve ever known. Maybe it’s because the education system isn’t suited to aspiring entrepreneurs. It’s based on a rigid framework that stifles the free flow of creativity that’s essential to success. and EO Vancouver member. Don’t Quit Your Daydream.

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The Value of Inclusion and Diversity in Your Organization

Entrepreneurs' Organization

In early 2018, EO DC joined forces with the Employer Assistance Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) and DC Metro Business Leadership Network (DC Metro BLN) to host an event to educate entrepreneurs and small businesses on the value of hiring people with disabilities. EO DC Chapter President Marsha Ralls welcomed attendees.

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21 Ways to Grow Your New Business Online in 2021

StartupNation

How can your brand be a source of information, education, entertainment or inspiration? Build a content website or add a blog. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, everything from working to socializing to ordering and shopping online has become the norm. In fact, according to emarketer.com ; “U.S. e-commerce sales will reach $794.50

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Sequoia picks its horse in the consumer carbon offset market, leading a $2.5 million round for Joro

TechCrunch

The app also has a community component, connecting users with sustainability challenges, classes and other educational tools, along with a social network to communicate with peers to track relative progress. Sanchali Pal first woke up to the world’s climate crisis after watching the 2008 documentary Food Inc. Image Credit: Joro.