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More often than not, entrepreneurs don't start out as entrepreneurs. They're everyday people who have day jobs and others who depend on their income. In this video, Patrick Bet-David gives a few personal tips that helped him transition when going full-time as an entrepreneur.
Bet-David points out that entrepreneurship is risky, and it's important to be prepared to feel the effects of the...
by Shabih Rizvi
Over the last decade, the early-stage funding environment has dramatically changed. There are now myriad financing options that founders can consider as they look to build their companies. Nearly 70,000 companies received funding through angel networks and 3,000 through venture capital firms annually, according to CB Insights.
On the most recent episode of Ventured, we spoke with Qasar...
A while back I wrote about why I work hard. I mentioned that my mentor taught me to rest before I get tired.
Weirdly enough, resting can be a different thing; especially if you want to achieve your goals. But it’s also necessary. Rest and work go hand in hand.
That’s why I recently published an article with 8 tips to prevent...
By Molly Sequin
A new study suggests that there might be a pretty simple way to increase your performance levels: positive self-talk.
The study, published in Frontiers in Psychology, looked at how different psychological techniques affected someone's success while playing an online gaming system.
The study’s participants were 44,742 volunteers, 16-92 years old, that were recruited to the project via the BBC...
By Susan De Jong
There is one strategy that can, above all others, help you to be more successful. Some people adopt this strategy early, for others it is learned as they go through life. But the people who never learn it don’t become successful at all.
If you were to look at a cross-section of young adults, you could tell,...
By Alan Henry
Over on Flickr, Razan sent in her workspace, where she handles her day job, her passion (photography), and of course, where she relaxes. The space also has to double has her bedroom, so space is a premium—but check out that chalkboard wall. Here are some more photos.
Many people dream of working for themselves. The thought of becoming financially self-reliant and escaping the corporate hierarchy can be very appealing. But being a business owner isn’t easy, and many people let fears and uncertainties hold them back.
Everyone has to make a living, and most people take the traditional route because working for a large company with an established...
by thenderson
A start-up is a company, which has already completed the stage of developing an idea and is ready to make it concrete. This is the
stage when you will need to actively pursue funding and the development of your business models. Some definitions of a business start-up highlight the importance of growth. These companies need to actively prioritize fast...
The concept of the personal brand has become almost a buzzword on the business landscape of today. A personal brand, when used correctly, can do a lot of good. On the other hand, not every company needs one of these in order to boost their online reputation.
To build a brand, you don't need a personal brand because if your...
By Alexandra Rynne
Do you want to build your visibility on LinkedIn? Wondering which LinkedIn features can help? LinkedIn can help you build a professional presence that showcases your work to the people you most want to connect with. In this article, you’ll discover five free ways to help you build a personal brand on LinkedIn. #1: Optimize
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