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Entity Academy, an edtech startup that trains, mentors and places women in tech roles, secures $100M

TechCrunch LA

An edtech startup called Entity Academy — which provides women with training, in areas like data science and software development; mentoring; and ultimately job coaching — has raised $100 million on the heels of strong growth of its business, and an ambition to improve that ratio.

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7 Excuses I Don’t Want To Hear For New Owner Failure

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, they may be out of money as well, but that is often more of an “excuse” than a reason. Yet if you already have some early adopters, that's a good indication that real marketing and education will likely bring your product or service mass acceptance. It’s now obvious that there is no market for what I created.”

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10 Tips On Self-Promotion To Solidify Your Leadership

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, how you do this effectively is critical. Take full advantage of every mentoring and coaching opportunity, and network with peers both inside and outside the company. Make rational and positive contributions on social media. Your first priority should always be to sell yourself.

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6 Suggestions For How To Begin Your Startup Lifestyle

Startup Professionals Musings

It takes more than passion and a course on business basics. We all come from the era where our society and education prepared us for the labor market, meaning working for someone else as an information professional, factory worker, or retail associate. Utilize business content curators and coaches.

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8 Reasons Why Great People Make Processes Repeatable

Startup Professionals Musings

In addition, today’s customers judge a company by perceived people relationships through social media, phone conversations, and sales experiences. Of course, some balance is required. Today’s pace of change in the market and in technology is unprecedented. Priority is placed on employee mentoring and coaching.

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7 Face-Saving Quotes For Entrepreneurs Ready To Quit

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, they may be out of money as well, but that is often more of an “excuse” than a reason. Yet if you already have some early adopters, that's a good indication that real marketing and education will likely bring your product or service mass acceptance. It’s now obvious that there is no market for what I created.”

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7 Keys To Creating A Connected Team For Your Business

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, listening alone isn't enough. Even in today’s remote environments, you can use video sessions, social media, and email to keep up with team efforts informally and share updates, both positive and negative. Spend time coaching and mentoring team members. Help them learn more about your vision and future market goals.

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