Monthly Archives: April 2015

How a Late Bloomer Created the World’s Largest Burger Chain

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Lynne Strang

One of the best-known late-blooming entrepreneurs is Ray Kroc, creator of the McDonald’s fast-food chain. This month marks the 60th anniversary of when Kroc opened his first McDonald’s franchise in Des Plaines, Illinois back in April 1955. He was 52 years old. Time magazine recently retold the … Continue reading →

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Five Inspiring TED Talks for Entrepreneurs 40 and Older

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Lynne Strang

Longevity, opportunity and living life to its fullest. Those are some of the themes you’ll find in the following five TED Talks. Enjoy. “How to live passionately — no matter your age” —  Author Isabel Allende, 71, gives a candid talk about her … Continue reading →

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