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8 Unpublicized Strategies From Serious Entrepreneurs

Startup Professionals Musings

But privately, as a mentor to many entrepreneurs, I see mindsets and attributes that may be equally critical to success, but are not readily admitted, for fear of being too wacky. At some stage of your education, you realize that you can learn faster, and get more satisfaction, in the real world than in a academic environment.

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7 Reasons A Good Team Merits Priority Over Procedure

Startup Professionals Musings

Every one of you business leaders I know struggles with the competing demands of finding and keeping employees motivated and satisfied, versus building and enforcing a set of repeatable processes that work. That takes less time and gives everyone greater satisfaction. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 01/15/2021.

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6 Ways To Improve Your Odds Of New Business Success

Startup Professionals Musings

Almost every entrepreneur and new business owner I mentor is certain that his/her idea has a very high probability of success, and all find it hard to believe that ninety percent of startups ultimately fail. You need the funding and support, but venture capitalists can be very demanding, and set high targets.

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10 Entrepreneur Myths That Need Not Dilute Your Focus

Startup Professionals Musings

You can learn to be an entrepreneur by working in a startup, talking to peers, and mentoring. Starting a new business does put you in control, but you will face a harrowing new set of demands from partners, investors, suppliers, and customers. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 07/28/2021. Keep going and have fun!