Michael talks about knowledge and experience being more important than capital. Michael Founder & CEO, Hoot.me LLC Michael talks about knowledge and experience being more important than capital at his stage in venture creation. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Jamien talks about communication skills she picked up while in a corporate environment. Jamien Owner, Small Business Support, Corporation Jamien talks about communication skills she picked up while in a corporate environment. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Bill talks about entrepreneurship as a means for success. Bill Executive Director, Hope CDA Bill talks about entrepreneurship as a means for success. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Jacob and Susan talk about gaps in their knowledge of running a business. Jacob and Susan Founders, Office Nomads Jacob and Susan talk about gaps in their knowledge of running a business, and that seeking help through their community is more valuable than formal education. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Dave talks about his formal education, and the impact his work community had in his professional growth. Dave Founder and CEO, TeachStreet Dave talks about his formal education, and the impact his work community had in terms of his professional growth. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Pam talks about previous experiences being translated into useful learnings now. Pam Executive Director, Rural Community Development, Nonprofit Pam talks about previous experiences being translated into useful learnings now. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Matt decided to "flood" himself, and jump right into his venture. Matt Founder and CEO, Ecolect Matt decided to "flood" himself, and jump right into his venture. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Jeff describes the transition of mindset within the church, and how it has lead him to become more inclusive of new ideas. Jeff Reverend Jeff describes the transition of mindset within the church, and how it has lead him to become more inclusive of new ideas. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Mike uses his business as a way to incubate and develop their own new ideas. Mike Founder and Chairman, Front Seat Mike uses his business as a way to incubate and develop their own new ideas. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Calvin discusses how opposition comes when implementing an idea. Calvin Senior Program Manager of CTO, Innovation Network, Corporation Calvin discusses how opposition comes when implementing an idea. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Rachel talks about seeking companies that have similar experiences. Rachel Co-founder, CoThrive Rachel asks, "What company is out there now that was where I am and is now quadruple in sales. You're four steps ahead of me, how did you get there?" Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Laura explains the lack of resources and capital available to underrepresented groups in areas of low socioeconomic status. Laura Venture Executive, EDCO Ventures Laura explains the lack of resources and capital available to underrepresented groups in areas of low socioeconomic status. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Jessica talks about not being afraid to "ruffle some feathers." Jessica VP of Strategy, Planning, & Special Projects, Non-profit Jessica talks about not being afraid to "ruffle some feathers." Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Carla and Tina talk about some of the barriers women entrepreneurs face in starting a business. Tina and Carla Sharp Skirts Austin Carla and Tina talk about some of the barriers women entrepreneurs face in starting a business. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Lara compares the startup vs. small business community. Lara Co-Founder and CEO, Biznik Lara compares the startup vs. small business community. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Jess describes the meeting when she pitched her new role within the organization. Jessica Digital Storyteller, Nonprofit Jess describes the meeting when she pitched her new role within the organization. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Rajiv talks about not having a real plan and letting the idea pull you along. Rajiv Rajiv talks about not having a real plan and letting the idea pull you along. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Mike and Seth began by just hiring their friends. Mike and Seth CEO and CFO, CustomMade Mike and Seth began by just hiring their friends but then faced the painful realization that they weren't the right fit and then had to subsequently fire them. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
From the very beginning Eileen was a building a team – the so-called kitchen cabinet – and leveraging her social networks to develop the business model. Eileen Founder, President & CEO, Blurb From the very beginning Eileen was a building a team – the so-called kitchen cabinet – and leveraging her social networks to develop the business model. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Rich admits that he used to focus too much on ideas. Rich Co-Founder, BigStove Rich admits that he used to focus too much on ideas, whereas now he focuses on the team and execution; go out there and do it. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Hall talks about drawing bigger circles around life sciences. Hall Founder, Austin Entrepreneur Network Hall talks about drawing bigger circles around life sciences; state level rather than city level. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Katie speaks on utilizing people's different skills and interests. Katie Project Manager, Rural Community Development, Nonprofit Katie speaks on utilizing people's different skills and interests. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
According to Bijoy, entrepreneurs create new business models; that is their role and ultimate goal. Bijoy Founder, Bootstrap Austin According to Bijoy, entrepreneurs create new business models; that is their role and ultimate goal. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
For Kamal, not trying is worse than trying and failing. Kamal Owner, Sublime Donuts For Kamal, not trying is worse than trying and failing. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Scott talks about risks of being in his position within an organization. Scott VP, Prevention & Wellness, Health Insurance Company Scott talks about risks of being in his position within an organization. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Owen talks about the importance of physical proximity in an entrepreneurial environment. Owen Co-Founder, Betaspring Owen talks about the importance of physical proximity in an entrepreneurial environment. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Brian talks about the importance of micro-networks from accelerator programs. Brian Co-Founder, Gazehawk Brian talks about the importance of micro-networks from accelerator programs. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Steve talks about his initial reaction to the organization's idea contest. Steve Innovation Network Director, Corporation Steve talks about his initial reaction to the organization's idea contest. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Meg's venture doesn't fit neatly into a category. Meg Founder, Maternova Meg's venture doesn't fit neatly into a category. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Hannah finds her way of working similar to entrepreneurs, but within an existing framework. Hannah Food Systems Activator, Nonprofit Hannah finds her way of working similar to entrepreneurs, but within an existing framework. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Laura talks about her strategy of de-risking. Laura Founder, OneForty Laura talks about her strategy of de-risking. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Lance thinks many first-time entrepreneurs have a naive approach to funding, so he helps them create a story that will help them get the resources they need. Lance Startup Catalyst, Atlanta Tech Development Center (ATDC) Lance thinks many first-time entrepreneurs have a naive approach to funding, so he helps them create a story that will help them get the resources they need. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Diane has a proven track record, so she feels even if she had a lousy idea, she could get investor support. Diane President & CEO, Communispace Diane has a proven track record, so she feels even if she had a lousy idea, she could get investor support. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Danielle discusses getting people to buy-in to her vision. Danielle University President, Nonprofit Danielle discusses getting people to buy-in to her vision. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
Jonah talks about bring an idea forward. Jonah Founder & Worker-Owner, Cooperative Jonah talks about bring an idea forward. Javascript is required to play this audio/video. Listen/view this content on our blip.tv channel.
