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Tactile Change Through Digital Education Outreach

Entrepreneurs' Organization

and EO Austin member, began his company by delivering classroom training computer software; since then, MicroAssist has begun working with outreach organizations to educate audiences on larger social, cultural and health issues. When did you start working with the Military Child Education Coalition? Approximately two years ago.

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Does a VCs Culture Really Matter? The Upfront Story

Both Sides of the Table

” We won’t be the right cultural fit for every entrepreneur but if we’re truly WYSIWYG then it helps entrepreneurs decide if we’re aligned. We wanted to be able to have regular educational meetings, breakfast gatherings, seminars or even just cocktail parties. And helping be our cultural ambassador.

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How Employers Can Support Workplace Mental Health

Entrepreneurs' Organization

One way to do this is to give employees access to education and resources from competent organizations. Once educated on the possible tell-tale signs of mental illness, they will be able to reach out to colleagues in need or even recognize the need in themselves. In the workplace, those people are coworkers and the employer.

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Excited to be an Investor in The Wing

This is going to be BIG.

It means a lot to me to find financial opportunities investing in companies that I can be really proud of--education companies like Tinybop and Tinkergarten , or companies at the forefront of fair labor practices like Homer Logistics. Members of The Wing are shaping our culture, our politics, and our technology everyday.

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How To Become a Feedback Champ

Entrepreneurs' Organization

It has already started disrupting many industries, most notably education and computer programming. Unfortunately, in a society that increasingly emphasizes perfectionism and avoidance of discomfort , we have become much more sensitive around critical and constructive feedback.

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

Entrepreneurs' Organization

With members in more than 70 countries, EO is truly global, but that does not mean that our members around the world share the same culture, views or experiences. Imagine how constructive it would be if we all practiced this not just in our businesses, but in our countries, communities and families! Those shared concerns and dreams.

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7 Benefits of Taking a Company Retreat

Entrepreneurs' Organization

A well-constructed retreat can refresh, renew and even repair a team of coworkers. Although it’s ill advised for employers to get too heavily invested in their coworkers’ personal lives, personal connections build a better culture. Just remember: The main focus should be on investing in experiences and education for your staff.

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