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What are some things you wish you thought you knew when you started your own business?

#career #entrepreneurship #business...

#startups

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Ashley Tosta’s Avatar G. Mark Stewart’s Avatar Gary Allen’s Avatar
Active Oct 25 at 01:25 PM

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Posted by Ariel I.’s Avatar Ariel I.
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Ashley Tosta | Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA at Georgia ... When you own a business there is no 9-5 its 24/7. ...

I am currently pursing a BSN degree to become a labor & delivery nurse. How do I begin to build relationships and network with individuals in my particular field?

#networking #nursing #science #entrepreneurship...

#startups

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Aaron Langford’s Avatar Marybeth Rizzo’s Avatar
Active Sep 10 at 06:21 PM

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Posted by Ayen M.’s Avatar Ayen M.
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Aaron Langford | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Probably the best source of networking and relationship building I can ...

How do I make sure I'm making a difference in the world

I want to dedicate my career to helping others. I have to be part of the change in medicine #women-in-tech . #tech #startups #technology...

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Ken Simmons’s Avatar Karol Vosyka’s Avatar
Active Nov 14 at 11:43 AM

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Posted by Autumn H.’s Avatar Autumn H.
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Ken Simmons | Assist with Recognizing and Developing Potential The best way that you can make a difference is to ...

What opportunities are available in most high schools that will prepare me for college?

Hello, I am looking to find more opportunities in high schools to be more prepared for college. I have taken AP courses and will be taken some CE next year. Although, I just learned it is possible to graduate high school with an associate's degree. I have also learned about the AVID and...

#high-school #entrepreneurship #career-ready #college #extracurricular #extracurricular-activities #startups #college-counselor

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Austin L.’s Avatar Lev Tatz’s Avatar
Active Jun 22 at 09:26 PM

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Posted by Angela A.’s Avatar Angela A.
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Austin L. | PwC Experienced Associate, Advisory Hi Angela, Wow you seem to be really proactive and it ...

What are some tips for a beginning entrepreneur to learn about branding

I am a grad student starting a health and environmentally conscious skin care line and need to figure out what my company will embody. What are some suggestions I can get to help guide me towards my ideal customer, what my brand stands for and how it's different than the rest. I really want it...

#skincare #branding #startups #start-ups #entrepreneurship

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Matthew Scott’s Avatar Aretha Ergus’s Avatar
Active May 17 at 05:30 PM

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Posted by Alina R.’s Avatar Alina R.
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Matthew Scott | Brand Strategy at Airbnb The first place to start is with yourself. Ask yourself and ...

What is the best way to find funds for starting a company?

After college when I earn a degree and there are few jobs available in my area, I see many students starting a company for themselves. My question is how do I find a way to start a business, much like finding money for college. #finding-a-career #startups...

#how-to-start-a-business-in-any-industry #cashforcollege #cashforbusiness

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Active Mar 09 at 03:50 AM

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Posted by Leah M.’s Avatar Leah M.
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Spruce Cox | Retired Aerospace Engineer and Rocket Scientist Leah,I’m a little confused about where you are along the college/career ...

What steps would you take in order to become an entrepreneur?

I've wanted to become an entrepreneur since I was young, but I am not sure how I would go about " starting a company." Also, I know that I want to start a business, but I am not yet sure what field I want to work in, or what service or product my business could offer. How would I start a...

#entrepreneur #startups #business #investors #entrepreneurship

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Victoria German’s Avatar G. Mark Stewart’s Avatar Marcel Badia’s Avatar
Active Sep 10 at 10:19 PM

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Posted by JC S.’s Avatar JC S.
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Victoria German | Sr. Mgr. Ntwrk Security & HSO Member Hi JC, This is a such great question! I see you ...

How can you seize market opportunities?

My friend is thinking of doing some start-up projects, and she is not sure what to look for. #start-ups #how-do-you-start-a-business #startups...

#entrepreneurship

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Marcel Badia’s Avatar mike powell’s Avatar
Active May 06 at 01:58 AM

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Posted by Jennifer H.’s Avatar Jennifer H.
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Marcel Badia | Founder & Entrepreneur <span style="background-color: rgb(253, 253, 253);">See what you are good at it, ...

What are the benefits of interning/working for a startup?

I am a high school student and in my current search for internships, everywhere I turn, I see startups. Big companies such as Google and NASA have correspondingly big impact on resumes and portfolios but what do small startups have to offer in terms of extension and development of skill sets,...

#employee-relations #business #career #recruiting #engineering #personal-development #professional #startups

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Brandi Olden’s Avatar Horatiu G. Stefan’s Avatar Toshiro K. Ohsumi’s Avatar Paul A Coulter’s Avatar +5
Active Aug 15 '17 at 12:46 PM

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Posted by Timothy O.’s Avatar Timothy O.
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Brandi Olden | Senior Quality Assurance Asociate at Prudential Financial The biggest benefit of working for a startup is access. You ...

How does a venture capitalist know at first sight it's the next big thing

As a venture capitalist or investor, you always look to put your seeds in the next big thing and watch it grow to become a giant tree. But what's the 100% guarantee about the business you're funding and how do you know personally it's a wise move, besides the profile on paper #startups...

#venture-capital #angel-investing #investment

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Adam Packer, CFA®’s Avatar Rob Shavell’s Avatar
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:33 PM

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Posted by Daniel Iyanoye’s Avatar Daniel I.
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Adam Packer, CFA® | Investment Analyst There's never a 100% guarantee in any stage of investment. When ...

Is it normal for me to feel afraid for not knowing the things to do the job I was hired for?

I want to do software or hardware but am afraid I am going to put in the job with no idea what to do. #engineer #computer #technology #software #computer-hardware...

#startups

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Devona Thomas’s Avatar Ollie Jones’s Avatar Paige LeBlanc’s Avatar Christine Sahliyeh’s Avatar +1
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:31 PM

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Posted by Evan L.’s Avatar Evan L.
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Devona Thomas | Senior Software Engineer at Dell Hi Evan, It's very normal to be nervous about starting any ...

Given the recent rise of SaaS and the gig economy, has entrepreneurship become more ubiquitous? Can uberification benefit all industries, or only a select few?

I've done some preliminary research on the on-demand economy and its risings in San Francisco and the Bay Area. I want to learn more about its global effects. #technology #entrepreneurship #information-technology #startups #artificial-intelligence...

#saas

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Dwayne DeSylvia’s Avatar Steve Lewis’s Avatar
Active Oct 02 '17 at 05:22 PM

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Posted by Rohit N.’s Avatar Rohit N.
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Dwayne DeSylvia | Transforming Technology into Unique Business Value for Customers, ... I love your ambition for asking such a strategic question about ...

What are the most important traits that employers should have to keep employees?

After I graduate from college I plan to start a business. Having reliable employees is key to having a successful business and I want to know how be a good boss. #entrepreneurship #business-management...

#startups

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Pegine Anderson’s Avatar Mark Williams’s Avatar Hagen Finley’s Avatar Madhu Sultanipurmath -PHR’s Avatar
Active Dec 03 '17 at 03:43 PM

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Posted by Emilie S.’s Avatar Emilie S.
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Pegine Anderson | Project Manager at Q2 Some say money but that is only a small part of ...

Does anyone have a degree in business and computer science?

Hello! When deciding on what to major, I have two ideas in mind -- one is computer science and the other is in business. Does anyone have both of these degrees and want to explain the job opportunities that have come your way? Is it helpful to have a degree in both CS and business? Are the...

#startups #buisness #programming #computer-science

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Laura Spiers’s Avatar Jeff Sloan’s Avatar Horatiu G. Stefan’s Avatar Brad Stevens’s Avatar +1
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:27 PM

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Posted by Amy C.’s Avatar Amy C.
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Laura Spiers | Director - Dell IT I have a MIS (Management Information Systems) degree which is a ...

Is it better to start your own chiropractic practice or to join one after chiropractic school?

I am asking this question because I'm looking forward to attending chiropractic school at Life University soon as I have been accepted there. #business #doctor #finance #doctorate-degree #student-loans #startups #money-management #debt #healthcare-it...

#chiropractic

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Ivan Alberto Zertuche’s Avatar Amanda Ware’s Avatar
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:25 PM

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Posted by James H.’s Avatar James H.
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Ivan Alberto Zertuche | Complex Pricing - Finance Senior Advisor - Dell Hello James, From the finance side when you want to start ...

Will studying global business strategy help me if I am looking to create my own startup company?

I am interested in one day opening my own firm or startup. I would like to be prepared and am not sure what i can do to get on that track. #business...

#startups

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Kevin Galligan’s Avatar Vikas Arora,PMP’s Avatar Andrea Rodgers’s Avatar
Active Aug 22 '17 at 01:25 AM

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Posted by Ellen R.’s Avatar Ellen R.
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Kevin Galligan | Founder of The NYC & SF Restaurant Tech ... I couldn't hurt, but you should also immerse into the startup ...

What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for a big corporation vs a smaller company or even startup?

Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at Career Village. I'm curious to learn what influenced your decision to work for a big corporation over a smaller one (or vice versa). We don't hear as much about how people go about finding/selecting the companies they want to work...

#human-resources #startups #start-ups #business

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Zachary Cain’s Avatar Steve Johnson’s Avatar Hope P.’s Avatar Durga Prasad’s Avatar
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:15 PM

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Posted by Anina H.’s Avatar Anina H.
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Zachary Cain | Software Engineer at Google I decided to join a startup right out of university. We ...

what are the areas in mechanical engineering in which a start up can be made?

Like whether its compressors/ turbine/ pumps/ automobiles/ cranes/....etc. #business #management #entrepreneurship #mechanical...

#startups

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G. Mark Stewart’s Avatar Calvin Pappas’s Avatar
Active Sep 21 at 03:27 AM

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Posted by Nihar N.’s Avatar Nihar N.
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G. Mark Stewart | Adjunct Professor Engineering I think the common sense answer would be for you to ...

What qualities and skills do startups look for in a new hire?

I am in 10th grade, living in Boston, and I am very interested in business and entrepreneurship. I have been hearing a lot about startup companies and wonder what kinds of qualities or skills I’d need to have in order to get an internship with a startup and to eventually work for one #business...

#startups #entrepreneurship

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Joshua Summers’s Avatar Farid Haque’s Avatar Natalya Cappellini’s Avatar Frederic Kerrest’s Avatar +4
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:06 PM

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Posted by Lindsey S.’s Avatar Lindsey S.
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Joshua Summers | Executive, Advisor, Investor in all things AdTech Hi Lindsey. Great question. A lot of this has to do ...

How would you describe the life of a baker?

I want to be a baker I want to know what my daily routine would be like #management #entrepreneurship #startups #baking #chefs #baker...

#bakery

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Angela Wade’s Avatar Irene Sobrinho’s Avatar
Active Sep 11 at 05:56 PM

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Posted by Shakeith B.’s Avatar Shakeith B.
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Angela Wade | Administrative Assistant I worked in a pastry shop at a major casino here ...

Is working at a tech company just like the HBO "Silicon Valley" show?

I've always been curious about working at a startup or at a big tech company in silicon valley. I got to watch the HBO show at a friends house the other day and I thought it was ultra funny. Although I did not get some of the jokes. But is that what it is really like? Especially the part where...

#technology #startups #tech #programming #engineering

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Josh Payne’s Avatar Eric Willisson’s Avatar Vivian Urata’s Avatar Mag. (FH) Verena Fuchs’s Avatar +2
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:03 PM

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Posted by Jordan L.’s Avatar Jordan L.
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Josh Payne | Founder at Fulfilled Silicon Valley, the show is very funny and good satire. As ...

What are the pros and cons of becoming an entrepreneur?

I want to know everything about this career before I fully invest into it. I love the aspect of business, but I hate working for somebody. #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #ceo...

#startups

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(Cos) Ofer Inbar’s Avatar Alex Holz’s Avatar Vivian Urata’s Avatar Vivian Urata’s Avatar
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:01 PM

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Posted by Lekwan P.’s Avatar Lekwan P.
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(Cos) Ofer Inbar | Site Reliability Engineer at Google Hmm, which aspect of the business do you love? What career ...

how can i become a startup ?????

hi am ruben ... am persuing my Btech degree on mechanical production engineering...2nd year..suddenly a passion for enterpernuership and start up came to my mind ...i have no idea on this field..is startup possibile only if i know programming...what ol things as a bigginer should i have to...

#career #entrepreneurship #kerala #engineering #student #enterprise #startups #cad

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Kourtni Marshall’s Avatar Shuvom Ghose’s Avatar
Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:01 PM

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Posted by RUBEN V.’s Avatar RUBEN V.
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Kourtni Marshall | Software Engineer at Google I think the first thing you need to create a startup ...

What is "Business Development"?

Hi, I'm in high school and I think I'm going to work in advertising, but I am still learning about other options. Someone came to speak at our school and said that she worked "in business development". I couldn't figure out what she really does. What does business development really mean, and...

#marketing #business-development #startups

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Mathew Paisner’s Avatar Hans Riemer’s Avatar Stephanie Wigenton’s Avatar Daniel Blanaru’s Avatar +8
Active Nov 10 '17 at 06:27 PM

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Posted by Clareta B.’s Avatar Clareta B.
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Mathew Paisner | Social Impact Entrepreneur, Financial Services, Commercial Real Estate, ... There are a lot of ways to define business development but ...

I would like to know how much capital is needed to start up a new game company?

My friend and I are writing a business plan, in our entrepreneurship class, over a console game company #entrepreneurship #video-games #entrepreneur #startups #start-ups...

#console-games

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:00 PM

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Posted by Luke M.’s Avatar Luke M.
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Frank Ferrao | illustrator Console Game companies can be more expensive because of the license ...

How many people do you need to make a video game company?

Are they big companies like hundreds of people or are they really small like just a few people? I think that games like Halo must have lots of people to build them, but what about nintendo or iPhone games? If it's a lot of people, what do they all do? I'm asking because I think video games are...

#video-games #gaming #startups

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Iliya Koreshev’s Avatar David W’s Avatar Scott Stevens’s Avatar Savanna Scales’s Avatar +1
Active Sep 22 '17 at 04:22 AM

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Posted by Marquis T.’s Avatar Marquis T.
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Iliya Koreshev | Senior Software Engineer at Zynga Game companies range in size from being only a few people ...

What are the main challenges an entrepreneur faces when starting up a business?

I am an entrepreneur in high school and I plan to have my business up and running by the end of this year. However, I want to know the main problems that entrepreneurs face so that I am better prepared to handle them when they cross my path. #business #entrepreneurship...

#startups

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Jared Chung’s Avatar Andrew Kung’s Avatar jasmeet singh’s Avatar Erika Chan’s Avatar +1
Active Jul 21 '17 at 05:58 PM

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Posted by DaneeshaNFTEBxAero .’s Avatar DaneeshaNFTEBxAero .
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Jared Chung | Founder at CareerVillage.org Great question. I'm basing my answer off my experience building a ...

What are some career options related to technology startups?

I am really interested in technology and entrepreneurship. I'm wondering what career options there are related to technology startups? #technology #entrepreneurship #startups...

#career-options

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Abhinav Agrawal’s Avatar Shobhit Chugh’s Avatar Brian Cheng’s Avatar Thureen Khan’s Avatar +2
Active Jul 21 '17 at 05:57 PM

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Abhinav Agrawal A technology startup can be one of the most exciting places ...
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