A year after the COVID-19 pandemic began, we are still feeling the effects of operating while in crisis. This has impacted all aspects of business, especially in the ways we lead. To help entrepreneurs gain insight into how they can lead during difficult times, we hosted a workshop with Ruchi Watson, managing director of the […]
Topic: Workshops
How to Build a Team with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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 […]
3 Tips for Your Next Zoom Meeting
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 […]
Celebrating Our First Online Summer
Wow, what a summer! This was definitely one to remember. We started by quickly moving all our programs and events online due to COVID-19. But our students persevered. They entrepreneured at home while taking advantage of our many virtual opportunities. Congratulations to all our student entrepreneurs navigating this challenging period, and thank you to all […]
5 Myths about Pitching to Investors
Sooner or later, you will probably start thinking about attracting investors to help grow your company. You will need more money when you run out of personal funds or friends and family willing to help. Before you start reaching out to potential investors, it’s important that you know what you are doing. You could create […]
7 Things to Know about Accounting when Starting a Business
Accounting might not be the most interesting topic when you’re starting a business. It brings to mind complex spreadsheets and hours scavenging for receipts. But your business depends on good accounting. You started a company to make money – or at least run a sustainable enterprise – and you will never achieve this without tools […]
9 Tips to Get Started with Digital Marketing as an Entrepreneur
So, you want to do some digital marketing for your company? But you’re wondering about how to get started and what things you must be doing now and what things can wait? You’ve come to the right place. This article will help you answer those questions and prepare you to attract new customers using the […]
6 Legal Tips Every Entrepreneur Should Know
At some point, all startups need legal help. You will need to form a company, protect your intellectual property, divide ownership, and more. For a first-time founder, it can become overwhelming to think of all these things when you’re still developing your product and pulling together your team. But don’t avoid it. You will want […]
7 Tips to Create Your First Revenue Model
If you’re looking to start a business, you’ll definitely need a revenue model. This might not be the first thing you think about when founding a company. But you better create one, or you will not know if your idea has any chance of making money and becoming sustainable. To help you understand revenue models […]
7 Tips to Manage Your Startup through a Crisis
No one wants to see a crisis, especially startups. You’re already facing a lot of uncertainty and challenges to grow your company. When you add a crisis to the mix – a big one like COVID-19 pandemic or something smaller and more common – the odds might seem like they are stacked up against you. […]