By Greg Ashton, founder @ GROW, a media company and conference series specializing in online retail. getty It’s hard to believe ChatGPT was released into the world just this past November. Within six months, it sparked a large conversation around the notion of artificial intelligence technology and its place in our greater world. Between implementing […]
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3 Books To Help Leaders Lead People Properly
The past few years have been riddled with unexpected twists and turns for organizations of every stripe. Leaders in every industry are processing past changes and bracing for future disruptions. As they navigate uncharted and unpredictable waters, it’s important that leaders take advantage of every resource they have available. From psychological safety to bringing out […]
The Inevitable Challenges You’ll Face as Your Business Grows — and How to Handle Them
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The allure of business growth is strong, and for many entrepreneurs, it’s a dream from the very start. In fact, many professionals see expansion as a key indicator of success. But increasing the size of your organization inevitably comes with growing pains. From managing a larger team […]
Teaching Entrepreneurship And VC Skills To Students Of Color And Women
In 2019, Dominic Lau, a partner at Ripple Ventures, a Toronto-based VC firm, was looking for ways to help startup founders and VCs from underrepresented groups. His answer was the RippleX Fellowship Program, aimed at teaching and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students focused on entrepreneurship or breaking into the VC industry. To that end, there […]
The Evolution Of The Tech Startup Journey: 2 Key Differences Between Modern Founders And Their Predecessors
The startup landscape has undergone significant transformations over the past few decades. In this … [+] article, we’ll explore two major differences that set modern early-stage tech startup founders apart from their predecessors. getty The startup landscape has undergone significant transformations over the past few decades. With the rapid advancements of technology and practices in […]
Boosting CDFI Loans Through A New Secondary Market
Bank financing for entrepreneurs is harder to get these days, thanks to rising interest rates and the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. That’s especially problematic for entrepreneurs of color, who typically have a harder time getting financing than their white peers. One answer is to help Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) increase their lending, especially […]
How Entrepreneurs Can Create Workplace Flexibility To Accommodate Caregiving Responsibilities
Entrepreneur at appointment with his senior mother getty Part of the allure of entrepreneurship is being able to spend your time as you see fit, but this goal is often more fantasy than reality. Long hours, hard work and sacrifices are the norm for entrepreneurs across industries, even as personal commitments mount. Increasingly, middle-aged adults […]
Have NFTs Already Had Their Moment?
NFT getty The market for non-fungible tokens (NFTs) may have started off volatile from the initial hype; however, with more than $500 million in NFT sales having changed hands in the last 30 days, NFTs aren’t going anywhere. And as more individuals and brands explore this bold new landscape, they’re finding fascinating use cases for […]
Digital Marketing In 2023: The Rise Of AI And What It Means For Your Strategy
Two people working on a strategy together on a laptop getty Technology is digital marketers’ gateway to lead gen and relationship building. So it’s no surprise that the rise of AI is reshaping their approaches. But because AI itself is evolving, some skepticism and hesitation are natural. Will this emerging technology’s capabilities transform online marketing […]
10 Quotes From Ancient Greek Philosophers Useful To Startup Founders
In this article, we continue our dive into ancient wisdom applied to a modern startup context by … [+] exploring 10 quotes from four famous Ancient Greek philosophers. getty Although ancient Greek philosophy isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of modern tech startups, during your startup journey you’ll find that […]
How To Get Your Company Ready For The Borderless Finance Revolution
By Jay Dahal, co-founder of Machnet. Build your remittance and money transfer products. getty As the world becomes more interconnected, borderless finance is becoming increasingly important. Today, individuals can live and work in different locations thanks to the rise of remote work. And borderless finance allows remote workers to manage their finances—to save, pay and […]
Building Trust: The U.K. Outlines Plans To Regulate AI Startups
Darko Matovski, CEO and co-founder of CausaLens thinks regulation is required Causalens From masters of the digital universe to pariah figures peddling a machine-dominated dystopia. Well, perhaps that’s not quite the journey that AI developers have been on, but in the last few months the debate around the benefits and risks associated with artificial intelligence […]
The #1 Reason AI Poses A Tougher Challenge For VCs And Entrepreneurs
TOKYO, JAPAN – FEBRUARY 12: SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son (Photo by Tomohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images) Getty Images The Internet has been a major source of unicorns for entrepreneurs and VC, and artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to do the same. Even Masayoshi Son of Softbank is said to be eyeing AI after licking his wounds from a […]
How To Delegate Effectively: 8 Ways To Make The Most Of Your Team’s Time And Talent
By YEC Effective delegation empowers your team and frees your time. getty Delegation is a fundamental skill that every leader must hone in order to effectively manage people and achieve organizational goals. However, not all delegation methods are created equal. Here, 8 Young Entrepreneur Council members share the key strategies that are most effective for […]
Supercharge Your Learning: 10 Game-Changing ChatGPT Prompts To Upskill Faster
Learn anything faster with these 10 powerful ChatGPT prompts Rowan Cheung ChatGPT can be your writing assistant, research buddy and partner in crime. With the right prompts, you can save time, make more money and have more fun doing your work. A brilliant use of OpenAI’s flagship platform is for learning. Just like a college […]