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Category Archives: Entrepreneurship
From Academic to Food Entrepreneur: Pat Brown’s Impossible Journey
Why would a tenured professor in his late 50s leave a job he loved to start a company he never intended to create? Meet Pat Brown, who did just that. By any measure, Brown is a smart guy. He has … Continue reading
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Tagged fitness, food, health, Interviews, Work
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Why Volunteering is a Good Thing for Entrepreneurs – Part Two
In January, I wrote this post about the many benefits that entrepreneurs gain from volunteering. Today’s post adds to this theme by sharing a recent interview conducted by Steve Gladis, Ph.D., a leadership speaker and executive coach based in Fairfax, … Continue reading
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The Benefits of Trying Something New
Earlier this year, I decided to try my hand at a tall tales speech contest. It was a decision made with a touch of trepidation. I had never given a tall tale before. Heck, I wasn’t sure what it was … Continue reading
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Tagged public speaking, Work
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How to Find the Right Peeps for Your Business
By Lynne Beverly Strang, Late-Blooming Entrepreneurs In March, Steve Fredlund drove from his home in Minnesota to give a talk at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. But this wasn’t just any presentation. It was a TEDx talk, a locally-organized … Continue reading
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Tagged Entertainment, hobbies, poker, public speaking, Work
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Amid COVID-19, These Companies Stay True to Their 40-and-Older Founders
People who start businesses later in life tend to be fanatics about customer service. It isn’t hard to figure out why. When you’ve been a customer yourself for a few decades, you develop an appreciation for exceptional service – and … Continue reading
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Tagged health, Work
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New to Video Conferencing? These Tips Might Help
As concerns related to COVID-19 intensify, so are efforts to encourage “social distancing.” This, in turn, is fueling interest in video conferencing, which allows users in different locations to see and talk with each other in real time. In the … Continue reading
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Tagged computers, Technology, Work
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8 Tips to Build Your Network When You’re Pressed for Time
For entrepreneurs, networking should be a constant process. But how can you find time to cultivate new relationships — and retain existing ones — when you’re busy running a business, taking care of family matters and fulfilling other commitments? Here … Continue reading
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How a Longtime Auto Enthusiast Launched a Model Car Business
By Lynne Beverly Strang, Late-Blooming Entrepreneurs Jim Cowen, 64, has loved cars and collected auto-related memorabilia for as long as he can remember. When he reached his 50s, the Chicago-area consultant decided to turn his passion into a business that … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Career Changes, Careers, entrepreneurs, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Retirement, Success
Tagged automotive, Cars, hobbies, Work
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Why Volunteering is a Good Thing for Entrepreneurs
Each winter, I volunteer for my little town’s annual ping-pong tournament, a community event organized and run by local residents. Our planning committee handles a long list of tasks, from processing registrations to setting up matches. When the big day … Continue reading
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Some Interesting Holiday Business Ideas
From ugly sweaters to festive lighting, business opportunities abound for those who enjoy helping others get ready for Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, among other holidays. Meet some entrepreneurs who began holiday-themed businesses at a later age. DebsTackySweaters – Deb Rottum, … Continue reading
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Tagged crafts, Design, Entertainment, Work
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