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07.16.18
From an Outsider to an Insider at The NIIC – Internship Blog
Starting my job as a marketing intern at The NIIC nearly a month ago has proven to be one of the best learning experiences I could imagine. My job has involved everything from learning strategic movements in meetings, to designing event graphics and learning how to convey an overall message throughout a campaign (pretty cool […]
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The Unstoppable Force of Women Building Up Women
Women are a life force to reckon. Combine this concept with that of women building up women, and imagine the impact. How can we apply these concepts to address research stating two barriers women entrepreneurs face are fear of failure and lack of access to resources? I believe these two barriers cross industries. The Women’s Entrepreneurial Opportunity Center […]
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3 Lessons from Side Hustles
The gig economy is alive and growing. Nearly forty percent of Americans report having a “side hustle,”which could range in focus from fixing computers to driving for Uber. Many of these “hustlers” are Millennials, but more and more older workers are turning to contingent worker status as well. So, what can a side gig teach […]
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3 Lessons from the Founding Fathers
The 4th of July represents the birth of our nation. And in a way, the founding fathers were among the nation’s first innovators, and they offer valuable lessons still relevant today, such as: Don’t be afraid to take prudent risks and disrupt the market. Breaking away from Mother England was bold and risky. However, the […]
Read More06.28.18
Firing on all Cylinders: Feeling stuck? 4 Ways to Push Forward
Growth and stagnation are natural parts of the business lifecycle. But what happens when you stay too long in the latter phase? It takes a savvy business owner to know how to ride those often-unpredictable waves. Here’s what engaged business leaders and I have to say about moving past a plateau. Go on a Fact-Finding […]
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