Interview with Professor Lewis Sheats: Is studying entrepreneurship in college a good idea?
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Interview: Professor Lewis Sheats – Entrepreneurship continues to garner interest in today’s evolving business world. Developing an entrepreneurial mindset can position you to succeed in today’s dynamic marketplace. Whether you are a fledgling entrepreneur or a professional in a corporate environment, understanding the thought process of entrepreneurship can position you for advancement in your career. […]
Interview with Professor Richard Bilodeau: Design Thinking is a Powerful Tool all Entrepreneurs Should Utilize
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Interview: Professor Richard Bilodeau – Design thinking is an intentional process that can be addressed in five steps: empathy, definition, ideate, prototype and test. It ensures a business is rooted in what its customers and the marketplace want. Guest: Professor Richard Bilodeau teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses in entrepreneurship, creative strategies, design thinking, business sustainability, […]
Interview with Dr. Patricia Griffin: Why Learning Professional Sales is Critical for Every Entrepreneur
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Interview: Dr. Patricia Griffin – Professional sales are the lifeblood of any business. All entrepreneurs must sell, regardless on the size of their venture. Learn the nuances and basic concepts of professional sales from a renowned sales rep, sales manager and university professor. Guest: Dr. Patricia Griffin is Board Certified in Medical Technology (MT(ASCP) with […]
Grow Your Entrepreneurial Business with a Dream Team
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Tool: Dream Team – When we think of entrepreneurs, we often think of the lone venture founder. However, the most successful startups are typically comprised of individuals with complementary skills and a shared passion for the business. ‘OUR FAVORITE TOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURS ’ addresses startup and growth issues facing first time entrepreneurs. Our goal is […]
What is disruptive technology? Can it help turn your business into the next Uber?
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Tool: Disruptive Technology – Disruptive technology is how new companies use technology to bring down industry dominant players. Disruptive technology is an innovation that creates a new market and value network and eventually disrupts an existing market and value network. Disruptive technology basically creates drastic industry shifts. ‘OUR FAVORITE TOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURS ’ addresses startup […]
Pivoting can be a key strategic move in the growth and success of your venture.
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Tool: Pivoting – Learn about making a dramatic shift or turning in a new direction to catapult your venture to success. ‘OUR FAVORITE TOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURS ’ addresses startup and growth issues facing first time entrepreneurs. Our goal is to provide tools and knowledge to assist the launch and growth of startups while also avoiding […]
Use Pain Points to Identify Business Opportunities
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Tool: Pain Points – Pain points are challenges, obstacles and problems that people face on a daily basis. Learn the process of identifying pain points and determining whether or not to pursue a pain point as a business opportunity. ‘OUR FAVORITE TOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURS ’ addresses startup and growth issues facing first time entrepreneurs. Our […]
Why Develop a Minimum Viable Product?
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Tool: Minimum Viable Product – A minimum viable product (MVP) is a product with enough features to attract early market adopters. MVP validates a concept testing a venture’s business model. Learn the nuances and applications of MVP in this episode. ‘OUR FAVORITE TOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURS ’ addresses startup and growth issues facing first time entrepreneurs. […]
Let’s Get Entrepreneurial
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Entrepreneurs launch ventures because they have a dream and a passion, encompassed by an idea that drives their pursuit of success. Entrepreneurs seek to make meaning in the world, contribute to others and utilize their expertise, experience and talents to add value. As an entrepreneur, you control your own future and destiny, rather than merely […]
What is a Business Model Canvas?
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Tool: Business Model Canvas – The Business Model Canvas is a tool for developing new business models and validating existing ones. It offers a visual chart of nine business building blocks. Learn the concepts and nuances of this valuable business tool. ‘OUR FAVORITE TOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURS ’ addresses startup and growth issues facing first time […]