Make a list of 10 prominent entrepreneurs who are women, minorities, or seniors (55 years or older when their firms were started). Single out one of these entrepreneurs and provide a brief overview of her or his entrepreneurial story. What did you learn about entrepreneurship by familiarizing yourself with this person’s story? Course Title: Entrepreneurship

Make a list of 10 prominent entrepreneurs who are women, minorities, or seniors (55 years or older when their firms were started). Single out one of these entrepreneurs and provide a brief overview of her or his entrepreneurial story. What did you learn about entrepreneurship by familiarizing yourself with this person’s story? Course Title: Entrepreneurship

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ISBN:9781305969308

Author:Richard L. Daft

Publisher:Richard L. Daft

Chapter6: Managing Start-Ups And New Ventures

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