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A Must Read Book for the Educated Class

Both Sides of the Table

I can’t recommend this book strongly enough. The book is a memoir about an improbable journey from the working-class Hillbilly roots of Appalachia to the elite corridors of one of the top law schools in the US and the world of venture capital. What I loved most about the book is J.D.’s I just finished Hillbilly Elegy by J.D.

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From Startup Newsletter To Best Selling Book: How This Entrepreneur Pulled It Off

InfoChachkie

John Lusk, along with his Co-Author Kyle Harrison, leveraged their humble company''s newsletter into The MouseDriver Chronicles , a New York Times bestselling book. Putting their expensive educations to good use, they aptly named their novelty product a "MouseDriver". Saying, ''Hey, we want to pay you to write a book.’

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What Should We Make of Peter Thiel’s “20 Under 20? Education Program?

Both Sides of the Table

We need to take some risks in education and in innovation in this country so anybody that it trying to break through the traditional mold and try to create a new model ought to be lauded, not attacked. The value of a college education. I am very passionate and on record about the value of education. Education is self discovery.

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From Startup Newsletter To Best Selling Book: How This Entrepreneur Pulled It Off

InfoChachkie

John Lusk, along with his Co-Author Kyle Harrison, leveraged their humble company''s newsletter into The MouseDriver Chronicles , a New York Times bestselling book. Putting their expensive educations to good use, they aptly named their novelty product a "MouseDriver". Saying, ''Hey, we want to pay you to write a book.’

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If you’re lucky enough: Celebrate your exit!

Berkonomics

Take with you the best wishes from those in your past and build upon the education you received with this effort. Write a book. Write a handwritten letter to someone who helped you make it to the finish line. Then do as all good entrepreneurs do. Start dreaming of the next big idea. Here are some thoughts for you.

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In 15 Years From Now Half of US Universities May Be in Bankruptcy. My Surprise Discussion with @ClayChristensen

Both Sides of the Table

Disruption of Education. He talked about how for centuries education had “no technological core” (meaning it was bound by physical locations) and thus disruption was very difficult. Today’s higher education is responding by making more courses online and available to people outside of physical boundaries. .

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6 Keys To Selecting The Right Business Future For You

Startup Professionals Musings

In my view, no amount of academic education can prepare you for the challenges of running a business, but real experience will quickly open your eyes to some of the challenges, and let you know how much you enjoy responding to these on a day-to-day basis. Write a business plan for your desired new business.

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