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5 EO Australia Women Share How To Make Entrepreneurship More Inclusive

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Over the past three years, there has been a marked increase in the number of women pursuing entrepreneurship, with an estimated 40 percent of new businesses in the United States started by women. Widespread layoffs during the pandemic contributed to an initial rise in female entrepreneurship in 2020, along with the need for flexibility.

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How to Get Started Mapping Your Entrepreneurial Ecosystem [Updated]

Ecosystem Builder Hub

Want to map your entrepreneurship ecosystem but don’t know how to get started? Note: I originally published this article in 2019 to share my lessons-learned from mapping a local ecosystem. I’ve added some of those insights here while I work on a more comprehensive resource guide to mapping entrepreneurship ecosystems.

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New Year, New Entrepreneurs: Five tips for supporting early-stage entrepreneurs ?

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To effectively support any entrepreneur, you must develop an infrastructure of resources in your community. Here are five tips to consider when engaging and supporting new business owners in your community—read on to learn more. Include resources that specialize in supporting new entrepreneurs.

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Rallying for rural entrepreneurship: addressing the challenges that face rural small businesses

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I consulted and trained dozens of local economic developers on entrepreneurship ecosystem building efforts, developing a unique understanding of the stereotypes and challenges associated with rural economic development and entrepreneurship ecosystem building.

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How to Protect Your Mental Health When Starting a Business

Entrepreneurs' Organization

The emotional roller coaster that accompanies entrepreneurship is undeniable. Open conversations about mental health and seeking professional support when needed are essential steps to address these challenges. Failure is a part of entrepreneurship. Loneliness is definitely a reality in entrepreneurship.

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3 new ways to empower your entrepreneurial community

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Creating inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems can help close the wealth gap , as entrepreneurship offers one of the greatest opportunities for personal wealth building. Consider how you can partner with trusted organizations in your community to reach underrepresented groups who need customized support.

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Cities Championing and Expanding Awareness of Entrepreneurship

Ecosystem Builder Hub

Society doesn’t understand the value of entrepreneurship. But most people are unaware of this and the enormous potential of entrepreneurship in their communities and society in general. They need to understand why entrepreneurship is critical for economically thriving communities.