154. Who Was John D. Rockefeller?
John D. Rockefeller has a lot to teach us about self-control, focus, and work ethic that he later applied in life to show the world what can be accomplished with purpose, vision, planning, and execution. Links: The Tuttle Twins Guide to Inspiring Entrepreneurs Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: You know, behind […]
Finally, Some Good News…
You don’t need me to list off all the reasons people are feeling down and defeated right now — it’s been a tough year. The future seems uncertain. Fortunately, even the most terrible situations can present opportunities for good. You see, a crisis creates problems. By finding ways to solve those problems, people with valuable […]
131. What Can Legos Teach Us about Entrepreneurship and Innovation?
Legos are one of the world’s most cherished toys. But the untold story of the inventor of Legos is one of entrepreneurship and innovation. Links: Netflix documentary: Toys That Made Us LEGO website Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So fun fact about me. I am a huge collector of toys, […]
126. How Does Entrepreneurship Turns Former Criminals Into Innovators?
People make mistakes. Sometimes those mistakes are more severe than others and because of all the laws in our country, some result in nonviolent offenders spending years in jail and struggle to find jobs when they reenter society. But entrepreneurship is giving former offenders a second chance at a prosperous life. Links: From Inmates to […]
121. What Can We Learn from The Greatest Showman?
The Greatest Showman might be a fun musical movie, but there are a lot of lessons we can learn from the film, including the power of entrepreneurship. Links: The Greatest Showman and the Beauty of the Entrepreneurial Spirit Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So I just got back from Utah […]
104. What Is Permissionless Innovation?
With all the rules governments make today, it’s becoming extremely hard for innovators and entrepreneurs to do what they do best. But what if we stopped asking for permission and instead, practiced something economists call “permissionless innovation?” Links: Permissionless Innovation Hack Your Pancreas and 3D-Print Your Smile Lyft driver in Utah cited $6,500 for providing […]
16. How Do Entrepreneurs Make The World A Better Place?
Businessmen and women play a unique role in our society. By solving problems, creating useful products and services, and creating jobs, entrepreneurs help make our whole world a better place. Links Magatte Wade Richard Branson Scott Paul Elon Musk Steve Jobs Terms Entrepreneur: A person who takes risks and starts businesses that create value and […]
14. What Are Some Businesses I Can Start As A Kid?
You don’t have to be a grownup to start a business. From neighborhood lemonade stands to homemade toys, there are so many ways for kids to be entrepreneurial. Links Kid Trillionaire Lessons from a Lemonade Stand Meet the teens who make six figures mowing lawns Acton Children’s Business Fair Children’s Entrepreneur Market Teenager becomes millionaire […]