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Why Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Is Essential for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Mentorship is one of the best gifts. 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? It’s what being an entrepreneur is about.

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How Support Organizations Can Unlock the Potential of Entrepreneurs in Vietnam

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The Vietnam Angel Network (VAN) provides funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities for early-stage startups. But entrepreneurship is a challenging journey, no matter where you are in the world. In Vietnam, the road to entrepreneurial success can be especially tough. Talent shortage: Skilled employees are hard to find.

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5 Best Practices of a Robust Mentorship Program

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The agency has developed a robust internship and mentorship program. Mentorships, on the other hand, usually occur after a beginner has entered a specific field, pairing an inexperienced person with a senior sponsor who can impart wisdom and guidance to enhance their future success. Jessica Moseley is an EO member in Washington, D.C.,

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How to Balance Tech and Humanity To Cultivate Connections in Business

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Interacting with coworkers and industry peers through social gatherings, mentorship programs, or online communities can also help you develop relationships that will benefit you professionally and personally. So, how can we minimize the impact of technology to promote more interpersonal connections?

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Q&A with GSEA ‘Together We Grow’ Award Winner, Arnold Shoko

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Nominees compete against their peers from around the world in a series of local and national competitions in hopes to qualify for the GSEA Global Finals. Arnold Shoko of Tanzania is the CEO and co-founder of Samaki Farms, a company that transforms food waste into protein feeds. We asked Arnold about his GSEA experience. Apply today!

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How GSEA Social Impact Prize Winner Joe Knopp Started Something That Matters

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Nominees compete against their peers from around the world in a series of local and national competitions in hopes to qualify for the GSEA Global Finals. In the 2022 GSEA Global Finals competition, Joe Knopp represented the United States. The problem at hand: Access to clean water. He then sold them at a cost that included $6.50

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Key Takeaways From Startup Grind Global

Entrepreneurs' Organization

EO is a peer-to-peer learning organization , so it made perfect sense to offer free mentoring sessions to conference attendees who wished to spend time with an entrepreneur. Santoro attended the 2019 Startup Grind Global as an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) ambassador and mentor. We share his thoughts below. .