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AI can help entrepreneurs move faster. But Edosa Odaro makes a strong case that its real value is helping leaders think more clearly.
A global AI and data transformation leader, Odaro brings a practical perspective on how entrepreneurs and smaller firms can use AI to explore options, test assumptions, and make better decisions.
In this EIX interview, he shares why AI should be treated less like a shortcut and more like a tool for sharper thinking in uncertain markets.
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AI is changing what students can build. Steve Blank is asking the more important question: what are they actually learning?
A leading expert in entrepreneurship education, customer development, and Lean Startup methodology, Blank has shaped how entrepreneurship is taught and practiced around the world.
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Leaving a corporate career to build something of your own takes more than a good idea.
Abraham Kao shares how he moved from a 20-year corporate career in finance, controls, and risk management to building Clear Bright Washing, a purpose-driven business rooted in service, integrity, and community.
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Good advice can help leaders make better decisions, but too much of it can start to get in the way.
In their latest EIX article, Oleg Petrenko and Mark Zweig explain why outside input can support founders and leaders, while too many competing perspectives can create hesitation, confusion, and drift.
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Are small business owners competing with a clear strategy, or reacting as problems come up?
In his latest EIX article, Joseph Giglio explains how four familiar strategy tools can help entrepreneurs better understand their market, sharpen their positioning, and make stronger financial decisions.
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What can founders learn from an idea that began in a college dorm room?
In her latest EIX interview, Kimberly Eddleston talks with Samantha Asprelli, founder of Give n’ Glow, about how a simple idea grew into a thriving regional non-profit.
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On Memorial Day, we pause with gratitude for the U.S. service members who gave their lives in service to our country.
As a community dedicated to learning, leadership, and building a better future, we honor their sacrifice and remember the families and communities forever shaped by it.
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Venture debt is often part of the startup funding conversation, but it is not always well understood outside the people structuring the deals.
In his latest EIX article, Peter Birkeland talks with Marshall Hawks, author of Venture Debt Deals, about what founders should know before adding debt to the mix.
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What do agile companies need most: more freedom or more discipline?
According to Dr. Yoel Asseraf, the answer is both.
In his latest EIX article, Dr. Asseraf explains why the most agile companies don’t simply move fast — they balance creativity, structure, experimentation, and accountability.
It’s a practical read for entrepreneurs, managers, and business leaders working to build organizations that can adapt without losing focus.
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#Mothersday is Sunday. If you're a successful #entrepreneur, thank your mom for all those family dinners! Research by Kimberly Eddleston shows that family meals can encourage entrepreneurship.
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Our past memories can hold us back or give us confidence to tackle new challenges and pursue new opportunities. This is especially true for #businessowners, as Ludvig Levasseur found out through his intriguing research.
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Mayday! Did you know that the most innovative firms are often the least prepared for catastrophe? The key, says John Parnell, is to anticipate problems and have a plan in place well before you need it.
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As 25 teams of #undergraduate #innovators head to e-Fest this week, they've prepared one-minute sneak previews of their innovations and the markets they hope to reach. Vote for your favorite!
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On #earthday, let's celebrate #entrepreneurs who care about the planet as well as profits. Chunka Mui explores the rich opportunities ahead for innovators willing to tackle the world's most vexing environmental and social problems.
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It's tax day! Does your startup's legal structure help you maximize your advantages? If you're still figuring it out, Tanya Marcum offers a primer.
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"Putting yourself in the customer's shoes" is hard for #startup #management teams who share the same history, relationships, and assumptions. Paul Edelman shows how to break free, develop greater empathy, innovate, and grow the business.
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Many leaders focus on how AI helps them automate, but the bigger payoff may be better judgment: helping them explore options, test ideas, and make stronger calls in uncertain markets. Author and consultant Edosa Odaro explains why.
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Mauricio Mercado's article examines how racially homogenous teams may struggle, while diverse teams excel in creativity and problem-solving. Inclusion goes beyond representation. Read the article here:
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Entrepreneurship thrives with support systems. Ozlem Ogutveren Gonul explores how ecosystems and leaders can effectively aid minority entrepreneurs, emphasizing actionable strategies over mere intentions.
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On Presidents’ Day, reflect on how we show up and our defining choices. For founders and educators, ethical decision-making impacts culture and credibility. Explore insights on ethics and responsible growth in our Leadership Issue: eiexchange.com/issues/28
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