"Develop deeply connected relationships wherever you relate to people, be it in the personal realm or the professional." — Shara Mendelson
Co-founder, Rose Park Advisors
A: That it is our privilege and birthright to dream -- dreaming is at the heart of disruption. READ MORE »
Co-founder & CEO, Levo League
A: Be open about what makes you nervous and ask for advice. Guaranteed that someone has been in your shoes before, so give yourself the opportunity to learn by example. Also, preparation is key. Use resources on Levo League to learn new skills that can help you feel more confident when venturing into unchartered territory. READ MORE »
Founder, GoGirl Finance
A: What I know for sure is how incredibly fortunate we are to live in America. Although we have significant problems, people still maintain hope of a better future and can look to a long list of American stories to see how less fortunate people found ways to a better life. I know we are here for a fairly short time frame. ... READ MORE »
Founder & President, Ellia Communications, Inc.
A: I know for sure that: 1). I can make a difference in the world -- and that we all can. 2). Women are truly amazing and inspiring – loving, courageous, brilliant and strong. 3). We can change our lives, careers and our world for the better, if we believe we can. 4). We can’t do great things in our lives alone and in a ... READ MORE »
Congresswoman for Hawaii's Second Congressional District, U.S. House of Representatives
A: When I ran for my first elected office, I was 21 years old, shy, and had no experience in public speaking, debates, or campaigns. I will never forget the nervous, sick feeling I had before I gave my first 3-minute speech in front of 300 people! I stepped way outside of my comfort zone every single day as I campaigned ... READ MORE »
Founder, Institute for Private Investors
A: My trick was to always have an escape hatch, i.e., ‘what I’ll do if it all goes wrong’ plan. Beginning with the founding of my company in 1991, I gave myself a year to make it work, telling myself I would return to work in a Wall Street firm if my own company failed. Having such a worst-case plan figured ... READ MORE »