Category Archives: Entrepreneurship

4 Characteristics Every Entrepreneur Must Have!

August 2, 2016   There is no special formula that guarantees entrepreneurial success. But there are some characteristics that successful business owners share. These distinctive personality traits can definitely be learned, but many of us are born with them as well. Here are some common characteristics of successful entrepreneurs: 1. They Inspire Everyone Around Them … Continue reading 4 Characteristics Every Entrepreneur Must Have!

What Should First-Time Entrepreneurs Know Before Starting Their Very First Business?

by Jaime Nacach June 28, 2016 Follow @bloominariJune 28, 2016 According to Bloomberg, eight out of ten first-time entrepreneurs fail within the first 18 months. 80% crash. Research on new ventures, such as the four-year study conducted by PricewaterHouseCoopers shows that there are certain qualities that may help you succeed. Most of these recommendations buck … Continue reading What Should First-Time Entrepreneurs Know Before Starting Their Very First Business?

10 Things Social Entrepreneurship Is Not

by Chris Miller June 22, 2016 Follow @missioncenterJune 22, 2016 Entrepreneurship in the hands of Millennials is not your father’s capitalism. As my mom continues to remind me with each new, lovingly botched introduction, explaining what a “social entrepreneur” is remains a challenge for even those who have been supporting this next generation of entrepreneurship … Continue reading 10 Things Social Entrepreneurship Is Not

“Optionality” and Why It Matters to Entrepreneurs

by BusinessVibes May 26, 2016 Follow @businessvibesMay 26, 2016 What is at the heart of an entrepreneur? What moves people into opening their own business and taking risks? Employees might think that it’s because entrepreneurs have capital, education, or a lack of obligations like a house or a family. Those can help, but they aren’t … Continue reading “Optionality” and Why It Matters to Entrepreneurs