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Being an Entrepreneur Means Learning Through the Ups and Downs of Business
Written for EO by Kirsten Quigley, the founder and CEO of LunchSkins, a company that manufactures dishwasher-safe reusable bags, and new recyclable and sealable paper bags for food on-the-go. Troubled by the ongoing reports of plastic waste ruining our environment, Kirsten transformed her passion into a business. She shares the twists and turns along her journey so far, how she reinvented her business, and why

An Unexpected Adventure Creates Friendships for Life
Written for EO by Scott Maloney, president of K2M Design and an EO Cleveland member. In June 2018, Scott and his son were visiting Tokyo when an unexpected disaster led them to experience the true meaning of being a part of #1EO, one group supporting each and every member. A few months ago, I had

Learning to Listen to Your Heart
Written by Claire Algarme, EO Melbourne administrator Peninsula Luxury Retreats founder Peter Noble had carved his path as an entrepreneur by launching and running Citrus, a marketing automation business, for almost 20 years. Along the way, the marketing landscape changed, the trail transformed and his passion cooled. Feeling tired of the grind, he reflected on what he

How 5 Expert Entrepreneurs View Success and Failure
While there is no how-to guide for navigating the successes and failures you'll face as an entrepreneur, there is plenty of brilliant advice and insights to be gained from individuals who have survived their own setbacks and gone on to thrive. What can you learn from the stories of five entrepreneurs who share their stories on setbacks, challenges and unexpected opportunities?
The Science of Startup: A Conversation with Mike Jones
When Wonder podcast host Kalika Yap sat down to speak with entrepreneur and startup studio founder Mike Jones, he shared his passion for helping others and how the value of learning from others has taken time to appreciate. We asked Miranda Naiman, an entrepreneur in the field of talent acquisition in Tanzania, to listen to the Wonder

Dress the Part to Increase Your Productivity
Written for EO by Rebecca Piersol, fashion stylist and co-creator of The Crystal Press. You know the saying, “Dress for the job you want, not the job you have”? This is especially important when you work from home. While it's tempting to roll out of bed and stay in your pajamas all day, doing so can seriously inhibit your