Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2015

It is a household name. The obviousness now of how this retail fulfillment powerhouse dominated eCommerce in the US is precisely what excited me the time I heard the concept of MakeSpace except in reverse. How valuable are these legacy businesses? Thus Amazon’s market cap is $200 billion. And they have.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 17, 2015

It will help you figure out why you're doing something, what you bring to the table to an unknown thing, and how to start thinking about pacing your progress. agree/disagree) Does your current financial situation have any effect on how much time you can dedicate to this effort? I have been doing this for [x] [days/months/years].

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

On the positive side, funding happens so rarely, that you’re inevitably going to be asked how you did it—and it’s just human nature to think that it’s something you did, versus the inherent awesomeness of the idea, the team’s relevance to the challenge, etc. Fundraising takes a long time. I’m a female founder. I don’t have enough traction.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 18, 2014

In my Twitter bio is says that I’m “ looking to invest in passionate entrepreneurs ,” which almost sounds like I was just looking for a cliché soundbite to describe myself. Yet along with “authenticity” they are two of the key attributes I look for when I meet with companies I may consider funding one day.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 30, 2018

VC firms see thousands of deals and have a refined sense of how the market is valuing deals because they get price signals across all of these deals. As an entrepreneur it can feel as intimidating as going to buy a car where the dealer knows the price of every make & model of a car and you’re guessing at how much to pay.

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Dream It

JULY 31, 2019

We eventually launched the product, which didn't generate enough revenue to support us- so we shut down the business after all my credit cards maxed out. With some tough-learned lessons, it was clear to me that my new (and current) business Slidebean would not make the same mistakes. The plan-sort of worked. It did for me, at least.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 25, 2021

This article is the second in a series of three about having “The Talk” with your business partners , parents and adult children. Contributed to EO by Saul Simon, a certified financial planner, a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors and founder of Simon Financial Group. Setting the scene. Challenges you may encounter.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 16, 2021

Led by Jan Heybroek, the closed, coached conversations facilitate shared experiences around one presenter’s specific business challenge in a deep-dive presentation format. Led by Jan Heybroek, the closed, coached conversations facilitate shared experiences around one presenter’s specific business challenge in a deep-dive presentation format.

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This is going to be BIG.

JUNE 11, 2018

Time and time again, I hear how hard of a time startups are having recruiting, especially for software developers. Max was telling me how he was interviewing 4-5 candidates a day, which stunned me. I couldn't figure out how anyone could fill their calendar with that many qualified people. The team already had a lead on board.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

His creative recruitment business was growing and he needed stronger personnel management skills, which was an area I had spent the previous 10 years developing in my own career. We would work closely to create the next chapter of our business together. Refrain from using pet names at the office. Over time, reality set in.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 15, 2023

In March, EO recognizes and celebrates women entrepreneurs with its second annual EmpowHER virtual conference , which focuses on the specific challenges women in business experience. Women entrepreneurs will learn from experts how to navigate the three pillars of every woman entrepreneurs’ life: business, family and self.

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Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 18, 2015

One would think entrepreneurs would never want less available cash – until such time as their competitors ridiculously and unnecessarily all raise $50 million in the name of a “land grab” thus making it much harder for your totally reasonable company to attract investors. We are experiencing a frenetic time.

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This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

I'm always struck when I visit their two main locations in Gowanus and Prospect Heights how much sheer human joy is being created. When the Mets got to the World Series, they release a kettle corn flavored ice cream with blue and orange M&Ms and a contest on social media around naming the ice cream. You take your kids there.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 27, 2020

Agonise over whether or not you need business partners. If you can afford it, don’t have business partners. The tenth entrepreneur without the headache is usually the one without a business partner. For me, not having a business partner is one less problem. Ai-Ling Wong—founder at The Decorateur. Listen to your gut.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 10, 2024

Can your newest hire articulate it, and do they understand how their day-to-day actions reinforce it? How can you do this? How To Create A “One-Page Brand” The foundational piece for more deeply defining your brand is a one-page tool that can be called “Your Brand” or “The ( insert company name ) Way.”

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Revolution

MAY 11, 2023

We named this summit after a report we wrote with Pitchbook at the end of 2021 to explore the impact of the pandemic on investment patterns. The soundbite: “The way to go fishing is by going where the fish are — we need to open source where federal funding is headed and how to get a piece of the clean energy and infrastructure pie.”

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NZ Entrepreneur

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Starting a business can feel intimidating, but the good news is that you don’t need an MBA or years of experience. From validating your idea to navigating legal requirements, here’s a breakdown of essential steps to turning dreams into actions: Assessing your business idea First, ensure your business idea has merit.

financing 98

financing finance media networking 98

Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 9, 2020

With most in-person events currently paused, here’s how one EO chapter is using a creative approach to make 150+ “micro-collisions” among members to drive relationships and value. How did you come up with this initiative to grow EO member connections? We asked Brad about this exciting new initiative. That hurts engagement.

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networking entrepreneurs creativity opportunity 253

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

AUGUST 25, 2020

The YLAI Network team spoke with her to discuss the success of her business, the challenges she has faced, and what she has in store for the future. After five years, the business has grown to four partners and six employees, as well as an entirely new business model. By Angie Garozzo. What is Beleaf?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) propels the world forward by empowering entrepreneurs with the community, tools, and support they need to unlock their full potential as they grow their businesses. Learn how to delegate. Also, own your weakness as a business and focus on what you are amazing at. over the past three years?

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Having the right business advisor can be a game-changer for an entrepreneur Starting and growing a business is a challenging and often lonely endeavor. Entrepreneurs are presented with both business and personal challenges as they travel their entrepreneurial journey.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2020

with $15 million to Prove It The venture capital world has started firing up a few cylinders again and looking for businesses that it believes will help us all succeed in ways that resonate with new ways of working as we begin to return to work. Bevy is Emerging as a Leader in Software for Building Virtual Communities?—?with

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 6, 2020

There is so much confusion and misinformation out there about the government sponsored “payroll protection plan” loans to companies that the heads of every small business CEO in the country must be spinning. The CARES (Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security) Act provides $2 trillion to businesses and individuals affective by Covid-19.

VC 279

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 21, 2020

Tim Hamilton, an EO member in Austin, is founder and CEO of Praxent , a custom software and web app development firm that has been named for three consecutive years to the Inc. In all, billions of dollars are wasted on research and development of innovative ideas that never win new business.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 18, 2021

The company has been named to the Inc. Natasha recently shared how EO impacted her life and business : As an entrepreneur, having an impressive arsenal of tools to pull from at any moment can be the difference between success and failure. 5000 list of fastest growing, privately held companies three years in a row.

education 244

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 23, 2020

Here’s how. In early March, when the COVID crisis hit the US, Andy Steggles of EO DC was completing the final part of Harvard Business School’s Owner/President Management (OPM) programme. EO members are helping to drive the MillionLives.org project, which aims to deliver Personal Protective Equipment to front-line health workers.

hospitality 286

hospitality creativity leadership collaboration 286

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Beyond his business plan development working with an accelerator in the U.S., Beyond his business plan development working with an accelerator in the U.S., Culture affects every part of what you do, and the way you think is affected by how you’ve grown up,” David says. “I Building a passionate team.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 28, 2022

But there are downsides as well: Namely, the way we communicate between departments and teams in remote and hybrid environments has built bigger silos. This disconnect is not only a problem for small businesses or entrepreneurs but also for larger tech companies. Creating a More Connected Organization.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JULY 16, 2021

We’ve assembled some of the best tips and tricks from our YLAI Network alumni and experts to show how they are effectively using Facebook, YouTube, and more to establish a unique online presence. Using social media to promote your organization has become one of the most important strategies and skills an entrepreneur can have. The lesson?

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Understanding how your company will change as you move through these phases is critical if you hope to scale to a large business one day. Understanding how your company will change as you move through these phases is critical if you hope to scale to a large business one day. As an early-stage VC I love this phase.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 2, 2019

When you read articles by busy CEOs on sites like Forbes or Entrepreneur, you might wonder how they managed to find the time to write the content. In this article, I’ll share with you how to find a ghostwriter who can build your authority and help you grow your business. How to find a ghostwriter.

peer-to-peer 216

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 12, 2024

Here are eight key takeaways highlights from Chatri’s journey with ONE Championship that provide a roadmap for how to stand out for the right reasons and achieve lasting success. ” In the business world, this principle underscores the importance of thinking differently. “If Is this the meaning of life? That’s what Chatri wanted.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 20, 2020

As uncertainty swirls around how long the COVID-19 crisis is going to last, many businesses are temporarily shuttered. Without knowing how long the crisis will continue, it’s critical to get a handle on your company’s funding needs. After being named to the Inc. After being named to the Inc.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 2, 2021

Businesses have a healthier workforce, higher productivity and greater profitability when focusing on equity, diversity and inclusion. It is vital for entrepreneurs and aspiring leaders to understand unconscious biases that may be present in their journey to growing their business or organization. Bias shows in many forms.

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The Zapier Blog

JUNE 18, 2025

Make your Google Sheets work for you Automate Google Sheets Spreadsheet CRMs are perfect for those just starting out or small business owners looking to upgrade from that old shoebox under their desk. Double-click on the sheet name at the bottom to rename it to whatever makes sense for your needs. I named mine "Customer Data."

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

If you’re like most business leaders and entrepreneurs, you know what it’s like to be stressed. Sitting alone in silence probably sounds like the worst way for a busy business entrepreneur to spend their precious time. Rob is a member of EO in Detroit, speaker, author and an avid proponent of mindful leadership. .

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 7, 2024

But the question that arises is, how can entrepreneurial businesses effectively tap into AI’s potential ? The answer lies in setting up an AI (artificial intelligence) Center of Excellence inside your company that combines information technology with learning and development to serve the needs of business operations.

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