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If you’re reading this, you’re probably asking yourself, “Am I an entrepreneur?” But answering that question is harder than it may seem. Being an entrepreneur is more than starting a company. It’s a lifestyle and a mindset, and not everyone has what it takes. To help you find out if you’re an entrepreneur and sort […]
We have all heard the story of a young chef with a love for food, whose eagerness to share their passion pulls them into the glamorous lifestyle of being a business owner. This romanticized story leaves out the difficult details of starting your own business. Stepping into a market already saturated with large corporate restaurants […]
Being a female entrepreneur comes with unique challenges, like accessing funding, defying social expectations, and lack of representation in the workplace, and in the press. However, there are a growing number of opportunities, and now is the time to succeed as a woman founder. The number of female entrepreneurs is growing, and they are thriving. […]
Marketing is a daunting task for artists just starting their career. Those without much experience marketing themselves may feel overwhelmed by the idea of initiating conversations to increase their opportunities. It can be intimidating to create the connections you need to grow your network and create a make a living as an artist. To help […]
We all know the benefits of a diverse team. It brings skillsets that promote effective collaboration and cooperation. Seeking diversity isn’t the final destination however — it’s the first step towards an inclusive environment. To seek advice on how to not only create a diverse space but maintain an inclusive workplace, we invited two experts […]
The word “zoom” has taken on new meaning, and we have all learned that conducting business through virtual meetings can be daunting and requires that we continuously navigate unexpected technical and interpersonal challenges. To help you feel more prepared for your next online interview, presentation, or business call, we met with Schaun Davis, a career […]
College students choosing a major or minor usually have one thing on their mind: Where am I going to work after this? Finding a career – much less a satisfying one – can be very difficult. While some students feel pigeon-holed, entrepreneurship majors are uniquely positioned for an ever-changing job market. We’ve rounded up some […]
Podcasts can be very helpful for busy entrepreneurs. We crave to learn new skills and strategies, but can lack the time to pick up a book and read it – especially when you are balancing all your time and attention on your education, company, and family. Podcasts can be a great source of helpful information […]
What is it like being a female entrepreneur? What is the value of an entrepreneurship degree? What is the entrepreneurial mindset? These are a few of many questions discussed during our recent panel with alumni, faculty, and staff at the David Eccles School of Business. Below are highlights from the conversation. The panel was hosted […]
A healthy mindset can really make or break your ideas, new startup, and your overall success and happiness. Buddha once said, “The mind is everything. What you think, you become.” Stress can be healthy and can push you to do better depending on how you manage those feelings. But stress can also be unhealthy if […]
