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BE 2.0: Lead by Example – Turning Feedback into Growth

Paul G. Silva

Shift from “I am” to “This is” Move from “I am a failure” to “This is a skill I need to develop” Focus on the specific issue, not your overall worth as a leader Remember past challenges you’ve overcome 3.

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NEC X Accepting Applications for Elev X! Ignite Venture Studio

American Entrepreneurship

The Venture Studio program provides founders with resources and up to $200K of equity funding to develop their vision into a business with substantial market impact. Entrepreneurs with innovative ideas utilizing NEC’s technologies and businesses can move their ventures forward into seed-ready startups upon acceptance into NEC’s Elev X!

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The Veteran Fund Announces Oversubscribed Fund and $100K Competition Winner

American Entrepreneurship

With its inaugural Fund in place, The Veteran Fund focuses on early-stage startups developing critical, dual-use technologies addressing national and commercial challenges. Angel investor and entrepreneur Jason Calacanis featured in the competition among its judges contributed to the $100,000 award. in their journey post-service.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA Awards $10,000 in Business Funding to Local Start-Ups

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Over the course of 10 weeks, business Founders participated in development classes and were provided mentorship with direct access to investment opportunities. About Ben Franklins TechCelerator Bootcamp The Fall 2024 TechCelerator Bootcamp received 29 applicants and selected eight entrepreneurs to participate.

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BE 2.0: Why Culture Matters More Than Strategy

Paul G. Silva

We had two simple core values: Help entrepreneurs succeed Fun is key to success These values were put to the test when we faced a common challenge in the mentorship world. Culture in Action: A Story from Valley Venture Mentors Let me share how this played out at Valley Venture Mentors (VVM), a nonprofit startup accelerator I helped lead.

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Delaware’s 5th annual Startup302 funding contest accepting applications January 2 to 26

American Entrepreneurship

Prizes include cash grants from a pool of over $100,000 along with mentorship opportunities and connections with potential investors and key influencers. Ventures with underrepresented founders will compete for share of more than $100,000 in cash grants, plus mentoring and connections WILMINGTON, Del.

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The Founder’s Playbook: Winning Mindsets & Startup Strategies

American Entrepreneurship

This article describes the entrepreneurial mindset behind successful startups, how you can develop that mindset, and the strategies to build your startup based on that mindset. Creativity & Innovation Thinking outside the box to develop unique products, services, or business models. Why Is an Entrepreneurial Mindset Important?