Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 10, 2024

What if, instead of a tight rope, your arms were airplane wings? So what’s the answer? What happens when the unexpected throws a wrench into your plans? That’s what we need to do in life: Constantly adjust, not just balance. It’s about being agile, being responsive to the winds of change.

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This is going to be BIG.

JANUARY 11, 2010

Tuesday, January 12th 6:30PM Agile UX at the Economist (Waitlist only) The Economist online will share their experiences, successes and lessons learned around practicing user-centered design in an Agile development process. Come see what the Popular Science guys have to say and give your 2 cents – trust us, they want your feedback!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 19, 2019

With his encouragement, our entire marketing team and several colleagues from other departments enrolled to become certified facilitators of the agile mindset. Having an agile mindset means working through an implement-measure-learn feedback cycle. The Impact of an Agile Mindset. I immediately saw the impact of going agile.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 24, 2023

But in my case, knowing what to do differently was hard without effective systems and processes in place! Through a blend of agile methodologies, data-driven decision-making, and a desire to continually improve, our organization has unlocked unbounded potential, fostering growth, innovation, and a company we love to work both in and on.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 30, 2020

What makes an entrepreneur? Businesses that have a plan and can react with agility are much more likely to survive tumultuous times than those that do not. 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.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 1, 2010

What gets frustrating is that I tend to hear the same arguments over and over again from new entrepreneurs, and many of them are just completely unfunded. You know what—it’s supposed to work like that! Unfortunately, they tend to resonate really well with frustrated entrepreneurs and a lot of dust gets kicked up over them.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 20, 2022

They met with some of these members, as well as other compassionate, agile entrepreneurs from around the world, who are—together—stepping up to support people in this time of great stress and need. Even in the face of extreme tragedy, this is what people need most. Do what others say is impossible. Do it because you can.

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Gust

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

One of his key points is that “launching teaches you what you should have been building,” and I agree. All you old software development types will recognize the analogy to the traditional two year “waterfall model” of software development, which has been totally replaced with the Agile iterative methodology. Fail fast and cheap.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 16, 2021

Here’s what he shared: Essentialism—an offshoot of minimalism–is the focus on quality over quantity. It’s the art and practice of deliberately saying no to distractions and minimizing possessions so that you can focus on what truly matters to you. 4 Steps to minimizing your possessions. Are you ready to try it?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 23, 2020

Along with the excitement that comes with a new decade, 2020 brings a lot of speculation on the economy, including a focus on what we call recession proofing. It’s best to be prepared and have a plan in place to minimize what you’ll end up owing. Here are my recommendations: Be proactive about taxes.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 19, 2021

Though it sounds cliché, I learned what would become my mantra: From crisis comes opportunity. By aligning your purpose with what you stand for, you connect to who you’re meant to be. You need to be more of what makes you who you are : Those values, qualities, talents and experiences that people already appreciate about you.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Here’s what she shared: Entrepreneurs have an appetite for growth that’s as varied and voracious as Bubba’s love for shrimp in Forrest Gump. Partly, it’s because we don’t typically like being told what to do and are more comfortable standing up against all odds to make things work.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 30, 2017

Rather than keeping workers divided into separate departments of functional expertise, businesses are encouraging employees to understand what is happening across the organization. More Flexibility and Agility in Work Types, Methods and Locations. Flexibility and agility in the workplace are only set to grow further.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Companies are generally moving away from more structured, yearly performance appraisals and are moving toward more flexible, agile performance discussions. You should consider what approach works best for you and your company’s culture. Not everyone has the drive to start their own business. How sustainable is your business?

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StartupNation

JUNE 23, 2021

Agility : How agile is your strategy? Ask yourself: What do customers actually need to hear from you? What can you say that isn’t just empty promises or words on a page? What’s more: the unsubscribe rate is extremely low for email newsletters. Human experience : Your organization must be a mirror for your audience.

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Gust

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The Digital.NYC hub (an “Ecosystem Hub” as we call it behind the scenes) features every resource and insight for the NYC tech and startup scene including news, jobs, courses, events, blogs, and even available workspaces. Most of the profiles of startups and investors are provided by Gust.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

What surprised me was how resilient and upbeat he was whenever we spoke. Picture what you need to do and how you want things to go. Coplex builds startups and digital products using lean and agile techniques. The post How Internal Reflection Can Set You Up for External Success appeared first on THE BLOG.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 10, 2018

After the very first class, my entire perspective on what it meant to be an entrepreneur changed. This helps them learn how to improve and reimagine what’s possible by developing greater discipline and focusing on fundamental business strategies. Agile development. Transitioning From a Founder to a Leader. Recruiting and hiring.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 18, 2019

There’s an inherent paradox with realizing change is needed, though: Getting comfortable with the idea that what made your business a success won’t always keep you successful. That means encouraging agile teams to actually get out of the building and talk to customers. Convincing leadership of this fact can be an obstacle.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

For business leaders who are weighing the benefits of hiring managers, let’s review what these middle roles can bring to your team. From EO Melbourne , we share the skills of a great middle manager. “Middle management” is the level in a corporate structure that bridges the senior executives and the junior ranks.

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Startup Grind

AUGUST 16, 2018

One of the biggest challenges that the startup founders face during the initial stage is the lack of a well-proficient, professional marketing team. A well-rounded marketing team can make or break a startup and that’s why it is essential to hire the very best. Of course, it will take time, but after a few years, you will become an expert yourself.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 27, 2016

It’s what my company and I do every day, successfully. My three-part formula for what really works, based on success stories and hard-won experience comes down to this: making sure that the path forward is transparent enough so that everyone involved can contribute: Transparency with clients, to define and track the mission.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

But what does it really mean? What Zuck’ started in his dorm room is now a global behemoth. By understanding and employing these strategies, startups can elevate their chances of long-term success and stability. Why Thoughtful Growth Strategies Matter for Startups of All Sizes The startup world is a battlefield. Are sales increasing?

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Swayam Doshi, Founder, Suspire Swayam, welcome to Startup Blog Post! What were some of the biggest challenges you faced early on in your startup journey, and how did those experiences shape your leadership style? It took time to understand what resonated with consumers, emphasizing the need for adaptability and open feedback.

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Guy Kawasaki

AUGUST 3, 2020

No, “agility” is not a business outcome.) To understand what is possible, survey the current technology landscape for data and analytics offerings. Therefore, what? Do you know what you need to solve all of those problems? The question is, “Therefore, what?”. Then you can take these insights and create the “what.”

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TechCrunch

JUNE 28, 2022

Reuveni doesn’t deny that Gloat faces stiff competition, but he sums up what he believes to be the company’s differentiators thusly: “Gloat is unique in that we started by powering a solution for internal mobility. . Generation, notably, is chaired by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. Of course, no algorithm is unbiased.

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The Zapier Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Get started Here, I'll explain what AI automation actually is, why it's useful, and how you can start using it to offload all the worst parts of your job, so you can focus on the human stuff. Table of contents: What is AI automation? Try Zapier's AI features Discover how AI gives you automation superpowers.

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The Zapier Blog

JUNE 15, 2025

Table of contents : What is Zoho? What is Zoho used for? Zoho apps: An overview What is Zoho One? Automate Zoho What is Zoho? What is Zoho used for? What you use Zoho for depends on which apps you use. Is Zoho free or paid? Zoho is a cloud-based software suite like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 28, 2019

If needed, our organization will provide our clients access to our project management tools (Jira, in our case) so that they may see what tasks are moving through the system and how quickly. This is critical to working in an agile, engaged manner. What is most important is to be very clear about what you are looking for.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 30, 2018

The original version of this article appeared on the blog of Boost, a New Zealand–based company that designs and builds web and mobile apps. At Boost, each of us has a fortnightly meeting with one of our Agile coaches. It involves actively listening to the person and having a genuine interest in what they have to say.

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The Zapier Blog

JUNE 9, 2025

Based on dozens of hours of testing from me and the Zapier team, as well as lots of research into what makes the best pipeline management software, these are my picks for the best pipeline management tools—other than the monkey wrench. For more details on our process, read the full rundown of how we select apps to feature on the Zapier blog.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Similarly, you might find that your lean startup can get by with hiring a freelance writer to develop your blog content, a legal consultant to read over your contracts on a case-by-case basis, or an independent web designer to build your site. The gig economy isn’t just limited to the service and hospitality industries, either.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 12, 2022

From what we understand, if required due to sanctions, Bosch would put funds into a holding account if needed. Consolidation is moving ahead in the world of autonomous driving, with the latest development coming out of Europe. ” It will be picking up not just IP from Five, but also some 140 employees in the U.K.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 29, 2022

It wasn’t our goal to become agile. While we might have stumbled into agility, we now see that the landscape demands rapid iteration. Try asking yourself, “What happens if this succeeds?” ” and “What’s the impact if it doesn’t? But what if your team is nervous about experimentation?

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Impact Hub

AUGUST 19, 2020

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in their ‘ The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2020 ’ report, sound the alarm loud and clear about the growing impact of what we eat. Meanwhile, the individual costs to our own health of what we eat will add up to 1.3 trillion USD by 2030.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

To better understand why it matters so much to us what publicly traded companies like PayPal do, head here. In his blog post, Soman said the company wound down its health insurance product in anticipation of signing on a partner, who recently backed out in what the founder called “a massive and unexpected setback.”

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The Zapier Blog

JUNE 10, 2025

I tested both apps to see how their features compare and what teams they're best for. Needless to say, little Suzie didn't get a new pair of shoes in her Easter basket, and we lost a sale. If your company has an index card equivalent for organizing customer data and lending support, you're in need of help desk software.

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