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The Soul of a Start-Up

By Ranjay Gulati — 2019

There’s an essential, intangible something in start-ups—an energy, a soul. It inspires enthusiasm and fosters a sense of deep connection and mutual purpose. While this spirit persists, engagement is high and businesses keep their edge. But all too often, companies lose their souls as they mature.

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Jack Ma Explains How Entrepreneurs Should Deal with Rejection

Rejection should be treated as an opportunity, Ma said, as if everybody initially agrees with your vision or service, then “there is no opportunity.”

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Alexandra Gibbs
2019
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3 Reasons Why Rejection Is an Entrepreneur’s Best Friend

When you hear the word “no,” don’t take it personally. Instead, embrace it and improve.

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Hillel Fuld
2021
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Stories of Rejection from 8 of the World’s Most Successful Entrepreneurs and Leaders

These innovators share how they learned from their setbacks.

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Nina Zipkin
2018
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Rejection Is Part of Entrepreneurship. Here’s How to Handle It.

Successful entrepreneurs say “no” to most offers. Those are exactly the people you’re trying to do business with.

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Kimanzi Constable
2018
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How to Build Confidence

Very few people succeed in business without a degree of confidence. Yet everyone, from young people in their first real jobs to seasoned leaders in the upper ranks of organizations, have moments—or days, months, or even years—when they are unsure of their ability to tackle challenges.

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Amy Gallo
2011
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