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Reflections on 2020: Brian Mac Mahon, Expert Dojo

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    We became the largest accelerator in Southern California with 80 investments in over 30 countries globally. We now invest in more companies, include better trainers and involve 3 times more investors in the demo days. it's hard to describe just how good our investment, growth, operations and outreach team is.

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6 Tips For Ramping Up Your Work Culture For Tomorrow

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Based on my experience as a business advisor, I recommend that every business owner and entrepreneur focus on the following tips to provide a better work culture: Invest in integrating new technology, not just forcing it. Spend more time mentoring and coaching your team. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 01/29/2021.

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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. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 04/15/2021. Look for validation from your mainstream customers.

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5 Equity Crowdfunding Reflections Before You Sign Up

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With the advent and growth of crowdfunding over the past few years, many entrepreneurs have predicted the demise of those demanding angel investment groups and venture capital organizations. Board seats can’t be negotiated, and even informal mentoring in decision and governance processes is unlikely. Risk is increased.

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7 Ways To Raise Your Visibility As A Business Leader

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Most investors will readily admit that they invest in entrepreneur leadership, more so than innovative ideas, but they often find it difficult to separate aspiring leaders from those that are clearly extraordinary. That means accepting coaching and seeking mentoring, as well as giving it. The time to get started is now.

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8 Ways Your Values And Results Make A Trusted Leader

Startup Professionals Musings

As an angel investor in new startups, I’ve long believed that investors invest in people, not ideas. As a mentor, my mission is to recommend actions that can strengthen your image with investors and peers, as well as help you get the startup job done. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 03/05/2021.

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5 Ways To Make It Easier To Do What Matters At Work

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In addition, he has often stated that his first priority is serving his employees and his extended business family, through coaching, mentoring, and effective communication. If you invest the time and effort to install and upgrade processes and systems, you can replicate results and grow the business without multiplying your own efforts.