The pressure to follow your dreams and become an entrepreneur is a cottage industry led by motivational speakers and life coaches, but for some people, it may not be the best advice. Hard work and dedication can lead to success, even without starting your own business.
Two kids document their journey of starting a business in a series of videos, showcasing the challenges and experiences they encounter along the way, including hitchhiking back to town after crossing the border.
In this podcast, the host discusses the unique heart of cuttlefish as well as his Instagram post soliciting questions about personal and work topics.
The speaker faced numerous issues while trying to start an app and meeting an attorney, however, they believe that obstacles are a form of support from the universe.
The importance of unconventional business practices, capping your downside while leaving your upside unlimited, and avoiding competition through innovative means are some of the key lessons that can be learned from Felix Dennis' book "How to Get Rich".
The speaker recalls meeting someone with an idea called 'Hurt Burt' and discusses his own future ideas, but is currently workshopping them.
The lack of education around learning how to think critically pushed one entrepreneur to seek out resources to help him navigate the challenges of being a business owner.
The speaker shares their experience of being interrupted by Peter Thiel during a Zoom call and Thiel's mental process for deciding investment opportunities based on the originality of ideas.
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the importance of gross margin dollars and cash flow to pay bills in a business plan, and how some investors might not understand this concept. The speaker also praises investors who want to invest in good ideas and give entrepreneurs a chance.
Steve Blank talks about the importance of starting companies to solve human problems, as well as the concept that all large corporations were startups at one point in time.
The idea that there's a more effortless way to achieve your objective is rarely advocated for, leading to burnout in entrepreneurs who are constantly working hard. This faulty idea needs to be challenged and an easier path towards success needs to be explored.
Shark Tank's purpose is to inspire kids to start businesses. Through accessible means, the show motivates young children to develop entrepreneurial skills and make money.
The speaker reflects on their success with Yammer and their ability to be their own boss, emphasizing that the system is malleable and changeable if pursued in the right way.
The speaker discusses the challenges of running a business while also juggling family responsibilities such as birthday parties, volunteer work and sick children. They also express their desire for their company to set a new standard for modern enterprise software.
Leaving school at age 15, Richard Branson set out to make a difference in the world by creating a magazine that addressed important issues of the time, after being inspired by setting up a student advisory center. The center helped people with various problems such as venereal diseases, the gay population, psychiatric advice, and suicidal or mental disorders.
The speaker expresses the difficulty of running a successful business and references the struggles that other entrepreneurs have faced.
The speaker borrowed $600 to buy equipment and inventory to create his first business, selling miniature picture frames to stores like TGNY. The frames were basic knickknacks for people to turn into craft projects.
Taking the time to launch a new business venture can teach you valuable lessons about the industry, even if the project ultimately fails.
The speaker shares a technique for managing overwhelming feelings of productivity pressure: draw a line down the center of a page and write down things you hate and things you love. He believes that this will make it easier for entrepreneurs to focus on what they truly want to accomplish.
The podcast host shares a story about his grandfather and his brother coming up with an idea for a company called Trip Charge, which allowed customers to charge expenses while on a trip, but it's unclear whether it was successful or not.
The speaker shares his experience in scaling his business by working hard, networking, and standing out in a sea of mediocrity. He also shares his journey of taking his business model to the classroom and learning how to scale it efficiently.
The hosts discuss their plans to start a printing business for local businesses in order to make more profit and avoid having to store a surplus of t-shirts in their house. They also discuss the idea that being angry is a choice, and therefore, no one else can truly make you happy.
Entrepreneurship should not be solely pursued for monetary gain, as the richest people in the world did not become wealthy by focusing solely on making money. Sticking to your zone of genius is essential for success as an entrepreneur.
This podcast episode explores the success of entrepreneur, Jihan Thompson, who runs two companies while also being a mommy blogger and novelist. The conversation touches upon topics such as the entertainment industry's underestimation of women and the privilege required to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors.
When turning a hobby into a business, it can be difficult to handle unsupportive relatives and the challenges of dealing with regulations like HOA. It's important to stay focused on your goals and believe in yourself.
Simon Cowell discusses how trying to sell shows like American Idol and Got Talent and the hiccups he had to overcome actually led to changing the way business was done. He also talks about the importance of putting together a strong team for any production.
The speaker discusses various entrepreneurial ideas they have had for opening businesses in their neighborhood, including a cupcake shop and a hot dog cart.
