We know that summer is a time when busy young entrepreneurs like you just want to relax and recover from the tough school year. Maybe you’ll use this time to enroll in an entrepreneurial summer program or take some classes at your local college. But if entrepreneurship is your goal and business is your future, …
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Statistically speaking, at least a quarter of you reading this want to become a social media influencer. And with so many different types and levels of social media influencing out there, chances are pretty good you can at least try it. If it doesn’t work out, oh well. But if you’re willing to do the …
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Teen years are a weird time for most humans. You’re not a kid anymore, but you’re not quite an adult. You’re constantly reinventing yourself, trying on new personas to see how they feel. Your likes and dislikes change by the hour. Old friends might not be a good fit for you anymore, but who are …
Having a great idea for a new product or service can be exciting! You probably can’t wait to get started on your new business venture. And here at the Kantner Foundation, we, too, can’t wait to see what you do! But before you get started, make sure you’re really ready to take that idea and …
What comes to mind when you think of achieving entrepreneurial success? We’re guessing these are near the top of your list: Profit Brand recognition Growth Late nights, long hours Those are all part of the equation. But there’s more to it than that. Looking at the world’s most successful entrepreneurs, we can identify 6 characteristics …
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Not all businesses you start will be solo efforts. Just like school projects, sometimes you’ll need a team working with you – or for you. As a young entrepreneur just starting, you may feel somewhat intimidated by being a boss. Or perhaps you know you need help but aren’t sure where to find it. As …
As a young entrepreneur, you are following in the footsteps of some of the most famous and successful business owners in history. What wonderful company you’re in! Few, if any, successful entrepreneurs got where they did through so-called “overnight success.” It takes hard work, patience, grit, perseverance, and some old-fashioned know-how to reach those levels …
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Gen Z is poised to be one of the first generations in history to acknowledge and actively strive for better mental health. Yours is the generation most likely to be in therapy. (Though, certainly not the first generation to need therapy.) Although you seem to have a higher number of stressors that previous generations never …
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Is the kitchen your domain? Have you been cooking Michelin Star-worthy meals since you could walk? Would your homemade cakes get a handshake from Paul Hollywood? Do you consider yourself a true foodie? Food is a source of comfort. It’s an introduction to a new culture. Food brings people together like nothing else. If you’re …
We know you’re super busy already. As a high-achieving, college-bound young entrepreneur, you’ve already got a LOT on your plate. You probably take several advanced-level classes, participate in at least one sport, volunteer your time, and have memberships in a handful of clubs. And then there’s your social life! Who has time for extra reading? …