The Seraf Compass

JUNE 29, 2022

For low risk areas, you shouldn’t put in any effort from a due diligence perspective. During due diligence, you will want to determine whether the risk level is low, medium or high for each area. For medium risk areas, you might need to perform some cursory diligence.

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This is going to be BIG.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

The world we''re heading into requires a highly visible, highly network, flexible risk taker with a global perspective. Nothing that I ever did to get where I am in venture was difficult or special--but none of it was anything you really learn in a classroom.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 31, 2024

True to form, my EO peers courageously shared some personal perspectives that, with their permission, I wanted to pass along. Other EO members shared some perspectives on the first steps needed to address such challenges and how we can learn from them. Kim Whitaker’s (EO Cape Town) suggestions are valuable for many of us.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 25, 2021

Betty Álvarez: From the business’ perspective, if your team is only formed of people like you, or that think just like you, or with your same train of thoughts and tastes, that is the only demographic you are ever going to get. Do you have any best practices regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship in the workplace?

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The Seraf Compass

JANUARY 29, 2020

Even though this topic has been covered by others, we felt it was important to give our perspective. Much has been written about this topic for the past decade, and the debate continues to rage in the blogosphere even today.

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Surrounding yourself with diverse teams means being exposed to a lot of different perspectives and creates learning opportunities not possible when everyone you deal with professionally looks and acts like you do. Everyone needs peers, mentors, and champions and it’s helpful when those people come from a shared perspective.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 28, 2024

We’re all continuously learning, and the ADC provided a wonderful opportunity to hear multiple perspectives on relevant topics and to see how I could adapt to better my practice to add more value.” I hope the entrepreneurial perspectives the ADC provided sticks with people. Our way of thinking is shaped by our experiences.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 3, 2022

With my first company, Pelangi Water, a bottled water brand and manufacturing facility, I began to integrate elements of the “circular economy” from a materials management perspective. My perspective has changed dramatically since my childhood in Indonesia. Society tells us that “waste” is bad.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 8, 2025

Our personalities were compatible, but we brought different skill sets and perspectives to the table. Godby and Addington offer two perspectives on team building in a startup. It’s important to find people who can challenge each other in constructive ways and offer diverse perspectives.

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Paul G. Silva

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Anatomy of the Adoption Roadmap The Adoption Roadmap is divided into two critical sections: Innovation : Focuses on the innovation from the perspective of its key stakeholders. Titles may vary by industry, but the challenges remain the same: ensuring that innovations not only launch but thrive.

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Paul G. Silva

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

There is no better way to rapidly iterate and resolve complex problems that require a variety of perspectives. Inclusive: If you invited someone to a meeting, odds are it is because they have valuable perspectives. Try to call on everyone there to be sure to get all key perspectives. Each form has its own proc and cons.

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Dream It

JULY 31, 2019

Being self-sustainable has given us a new perspective on startup funding, especially compared to what I experienced on my first accelerator run. Slidebean is alive and growing, and we've been profitable for years (yay!).

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

These are virtual networking events designed to “include diverse perspectives in the innovation community.” My friend and former colleague Charlie O’Donnell created a new kind of networking event for the moment we are in. ” They are called Circulate.

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500

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As one of the most active, early-stage investors in the world¹, 500 Startups has a unique perspective on the innovation economy. But the rate of change has accelerated and with it, the balance of internal versus external investment. We believe the new corporate landscape calls for new strategies. Since 2010, we’ve.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

As a new mother, I’ve learned how to balance career and family, and it’s given me a unique perspective on managing time, setting boundaries, and cultivating creativity—all of which are crucial when helping startups in industries that touch on both professional and personal growth, such as health, wellness, and family-focused businesses.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 14, 2022

A different perspective can uncover value and opportunity. On reflection, the key lessons I learned from that venture are: Sometimes, one needs to look at opportunities from different perspectives to uncover value and opportunity. On these trips, I purchased baseball caps to bring back to Canada. That was my first lesson in arbitrage.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 9, 2021

That means educating yourself on the privileges you enjoy to better understand the perspectives of members of marginalized communities. Seek out marginalized voices and perspectives. The best way you can help end exclusion and isolation is to work on being a strong ally. What about in person?

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This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Not only does that create a filter by which people judge investor actions, but it colors our perspective of the world, too. Generally speaking, we're a bunch of "haves". We disproportionately hangout with other "haves", too. You should just bootstrap this."

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 6, 2020

If you are in a peer group with other CEOs , it’s much easier to get perspective on what’s happening to you. Whatever the cause of your stress, these seven tips can help you to keep things in perspective, reduce your stress level and hopefully, make you or your startup more successful in the long term. Join a CEO peer group.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 12, 2024

It allowed me to connect with and guide aspiring entrepreneurs from my region and interact with fellow mentors and students from around the globe, enriching my perspective and enhancing my mentorship skills.” — Ayush Bansal, EO Gurgaon “Being a GSEA coach takes the EO experience to a whole new level.

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The Seraf Compass

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

To help address some of that curiosity, I’ve asked Christopher to set the record straight and share his perspective. Over the last couple decades, angel investing has become a more serious form of finance.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 8, 2023

This would benefit not only employees but also the business, as it would bring different perspectives, ideas, and ways of thinking to the table. We need to embrace and celebrate different leadership styles, perspectives, and approaches. Finally, let’s end the notion that there is only one way to succeed in business.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 23, 2024

Inspiring an entrepreneurial path Born and raised in Medellín, Colombia, Jonathan became inspired by recent developments and advancements in the city, inciting a change in his perspective and priorities. He commended the program for enhancing his curiosity, widening his perspective, and expanding his international experiences.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 1, 2020

Taking on a “Day 1” mindset and looking at what you have built and what you still want to accomplish from the perspective of starting at the beginning can help you see potential where you may have seen only challenges. ” Your reading and listening choices can help you change your perspective and develop a new worldview.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 2, 2020

Collect relevant information from a range of informed perspectives on the issue. It may seem counterintuitive, but those are the perspectives that enable you to best distance yourself from your own status quo. Use the data collected from those varying perspectives to accomplish this step.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 23, 2020

When I unplug from the minutiae of daily business, I develop fresh ideas and perspectives. Build a team that allows you to step away to recharge your batteries, and you’ll open yourself to new ideas and perspectives that can help your company thrive. This allows me to get in much-needed rest and relaxation.

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This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Technology has the capability to verify claims and to inform us of skewed perspectives. I'm not saying Facebook needs to take a view--but it can have a mission to improve the level of dialogue. It can encourage more out of us. After all, who posts an Instagram without working on it for a few minutes first?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 16, 2020

The post Partnership perspectives appeared first on THE BLOG. This partnership taught me that one gains the most out of life when one goes deep and some of my learnings from this (resilience and how to live a life of meaning) is priceless. For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc.

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This is going to be BIG.

APRIL 11, 2022

You’re telling them X, Y, and Z about an industry and they can’t look you up on LinkedIn to see if you’re the right person to have a perspective on such things. They’re looking to spend only a precious few seconds with each person, forcing you to rush your pitch. 2) They have no ability to actually do any work in the moment.

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The Seraf Compass

JANUARY 15, 2020

Whether you are an experienced impact investor or just starting to explore the space, reading and listening to experts' perspectives can help expand your knowledge and provide new insights.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Gain a new perspective. If so, you probably gained a new perspective. They can assess current resources and make them last, which is especially important in shaky economic times. Have you ever hiked to the very top of a tall mountain and looked at the world below you?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Shifting perspective, I realized that the nomadic lifestyle and mindset are incredibly powerful. My perspective grew like never before. Sometimes, an underdog mindset can be the best motivator for growth. Live and Think Nomad. After exiting the company, I felt like I had no “home base”. Suddenly, I was a nomad wandering the world.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 27, 2024

However, this perspective began to shift dramatically after 2010, thanks to technological advancements that facilitated remote collaboration. Encouraging team members to generate ideas independently before the session can lead to a more diverse array of thoughts and perspectives.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 30, 2014

I like to use the shorthand “triangulate” to symbolize asking multiple people for their opinions to get a better perspective on the route you should take. And not a point-of-view I particularly believe in. So what IS one to do? Triangulate.

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The Seraf Compass

AUGUST 28, 2019

From our perspective, human capital is as important as financial capital in driving the long term success of startup companies. Over the past few years, there has been much talk about the importance of investing both financial and human capital into the rapidly expanding entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 22, 2020

Focus on keeping things in perspective and finding ways to take care of yourself. When you face challenges and need support, your network will be there for you to help you navigate the unexpected and offer you new perspectives.

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