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Heather Bauer

Heather Bauer ON Entrepreneurship

Nutritionist, Author & Founder, Bestowed & Nu-train

Q: What’s your best advice for an entrepreneur in an early/bootstrapping phase? Or in a growth/need to ‘now scale’ phase?

A: An entrepreneur needs to be passionate about what they do and believe in the product or knowledge they are offering. If you don’t believe in yourself, nobody else will. Be patient- the best successes don’t come in an instant. Often, people envision where they want to be in five years, and it tends to get them down about themselves or ... READ MORE »

SusanSobbott

Susan Sobbott ON Entrepreneurship

President, American Express OPEN

Q: What’s your best advice for an entrepreneur in an early/bootstrapping phase?

A: Focus: Think of yourself as your most important asset and strive to deploy it in the best possible way; Focus on what you do best and let others do the rest. Be Resourceful: Use your inner drive to take your ideas and make them bigger than you ever imagined; Look for opportunities and potential in every situation and in everyone around ... READ MORE »

Clare Winterton

Clare Winterton ON Entrepreneurship

Executive Director, International Museum of Women

Q: What’s your best advice for an entrepreneur in an early/bootstrapping phase? Or in a growth/need to ‘now scale’ phase?

A: My nonprofit is in a resurgent start up phase so I feel that I am learning these lessons everyday! In a nonprofit it is crucial to find funders and donors who share some excitement about the start up’s potential, and who will invest in it. You also need the resilience and tenacity to keep motivated, keep knocking on doors and ... READ MORE »

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Chrissy Crawford ON Entrepreneurship

Founder and CEO, ArtStar, Little Collector by ArtStar

Q: What’s your best advice for an entrepreneur in an early/bootstrapping phase? Or in a growth/need to ‘now scale’ phase?

A: I recommend being bootstrapped and listening to your customer before you spend any money. Your customer will let you know what is working and what needs to be reworked. Most entrepreneurs want to launch with a bang, but I recommend launching with a Beta and test for product market fit before putting big bucks behind your idea. You will be ... READ MORE »

Cortney Novogratz

Cortney Novogratz ON Entrepreneurship

Co-Founder/Designer, The Novogratz

Q: What’s your best advice for an entrepreneur in an early/bootstrapping phase? Or in a growth/need to ‘now scale’ phase?

A: First of all, and most importantly, do what you love. Take calculated risks and grow at the right pace. We still keep our office in our home, which saves us money (no extra rent) and allows us to juggle work and 7 kids. READ MORE »

Ella Gorgla

Ella Gorgla ON Entrepreneurship

Founder, I-ELLA

Q: What’s your best advice for an entrepreneur in an early/bootstrapping phase? Or in a growth/need to ‘now scale’ phase?

A: Maximize your bartering opportunities, surround yourself by respected advisors that can “make things happen,” plan…feverishly and in the words of Sir Winston Churchill, “never, never, never give up”. READ MORE »

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