While much has been written on the horrific impact of COVID-19 on the world economy, many don’t realize that in many places around the globe, applications for new businesses are up over a comparable period pre-pandemic. Necessity often drives entrepreneurship in tough times and COVID-19 was no exception.
The journey from idea to profitability is long and winding. But entrepreneurs who start down this path often have very identifiable characteristics for getting there. Many can be self-taught, and many can be nurtured with the right people around you.
Many believe that entrepreneurship is a natural talent and you either have it or you don’t. But the skills for being an entrepreneur can be taught, learned, and passed on, and many of the techniques for doing so are surprisingly simple.
The anatomy of great mentorship is a team effort. To build the perfect mentorship suited for both mentor and mentee, here are some ideas to consider.
For many, the search for equity and inclusion are found in entrepreneurship. Studies have shown that black women owned businesses grew at a much greater rate compared to overall business startups. Entrepreneurship can help discover personal growth, value, and lead to liberation of ideas and self.
