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An Entrepreneur Perspective on Philanthropy
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An Entrepreneur Perspective on Philanthropy. Philanthropy is not about giving money but about solving problems. While well-meaning, the idea of writing a check and calling it philanthropy is extremely short-sighted and unfortunately, extremely pervasive. As a lifelong entrepreneur, I see philanthropic organizations the same as any other business venture. Much like today’s start-ups that accept VC money but never turn a profit, a philanthropic venture that does not create a self-monetizing, sustainabl...
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What Olympic Athletes Can Learn from Entrepreneurs
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What Olympic Athletes Can Learn from Entrepreneurs. Posted on May 12, 2015. Many entrepreneurs have the same drive and dedication as Olympic athletes, but the difference is an entrepreneur’s target is always moving. Now, I am no athlete. Anybody who knows me will tell you that. But I am an entrepreneur, and it occurs to me that the traits that make an Olympian outstanding are the same ones that define today’s world-class entrepreneurs. Naveen Jain, An entrepreneur and philanthropist who knows no limits.
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How Entrepreneurs Become Visionary Leaders
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How Entrepreneurs Become Visionary Leaders. Posted on May 12, 2015. Picture your business helping millions of people solve a problem. Here’s how to make that thought into a reality. As a child I experienced. If we want to impact hundreds or millions of people we have to do things differently. If we look at the problem as an infrastructural problem we cannot make an impact because it requires a lot of effort. But when we convert this problem into a knowledge problem, suddenly the problem is manage...Hence...
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The Most Precious Resource on the Planet? Big Dreamers
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The Most Precious Resource on the Planet? The world’s biggest challenges are also the biggest opportunities. Here’s why we need more people who are just a little bit crazy to tackle them. Dear entrepreneurs I want you to dream so big and so audaciously that people call you crazy. The only caveat is that if you just happened to be actually crazy. You should always remind yourself that the day before something is a breakthrough, it’s just a crazy idea. The possibilities for disruption are there in many oth...
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Creating Sustainable Philanthropy Requires Thinking Like an Entrepreneur
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Naveen Jain – Creating Sustainable Philanthropy Requires Thinking Like an Entrepreneur. There are as many ways to help another human being as there are people in need of help. For some, the urgent need is as basic as food and water. For others, it is an opportunity to develop a talent, realize an idea, and reach one’s full potential. Helping people get what they need most in life is at the heart of successful philanthropy. 1 Open a Door. 2 Define Your Passion. 3 Seek Out Inspiration. They inspire me to l...
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Olympians Show Us How to Enjoy the Journey with Hard Work, Focus, and Passion -
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Olympians Show Us How to Enjoy the Journey with Hard Work, Focus, and Passion. Posted on May 12, 2015. How right he was! 8220;In every Olympic sport, there is all that matters in life. Humans stretched to the limit of their abilities, inspired by what they can achieve, driven by their talent to work harder than they can believe possible. Living for the moment, but making an indelible mark upon history.”. Michael Phelps has dominated the sport of swimming for a decade, and he has always let his swimming s...
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Four Ways to Become a Power Philanthropist
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Four Ways to Become a Power Philanthropist. Posted on May 12, 2015. Innovator and serial entrepreneur Naveen Jain explains how entrepreneurs can use technology to truly make a difference in the world. I am convinced that only by applying the values of an entrepreneur to philanthropy will you ever be able to meet the needs of the greatest number of people. 1 Overcome the Infrastructure. Technology allows you to replicate knowledge cheaply and reach many more people with it than you could in the physical w...
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Innovation Institute : Naveen Jain Entrepreneur & Philanthropist
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World Innovation Institute, Moon Express, Intelius, InfoSpace. Board of Trustees,. X PRIZE Foundation, Singularity University. Naveen Jain founded the World Innovation Institute with the simple belief that entrepreneurship and creativity can solve the world’s most pressing and complex challenges. Jain’s wife and children share his commitment to improving the lives of others through philanthropic activities centered around innovation, education, and positive youth development. To view more details.
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America: No Longer the Land of Opportunity?
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America: No Longer the Land of Opportunity? Let’s face it: American innovation is losing ground to places like India, China, and Brazil. Here are five things our President should do to bring entrepreneurship back to the U.S. Our President’s policies should drive the very changes our country needs to compete in a global economy and overcome challenges in a world that is wrought with serious problems. Step No. 1:. Which my son Ankur Jain. Step No. 2:. Program to learn how social entrepreneurs can thrive an...
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Celebrating Women’s Accomplishments
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Today, March 8th, is International Women’s Day. This day has been observed for over 100 years as a way to celebrate the successes and achievements of women around the world and to promote awareness of gender issues that still exist. Thousands of events are being held globally today to celebrate and recognize women’s achievements now and in the past. According to one article, here are five reasons you should care about International Women’s Day:. Violence Against Women is Rife Worldwide. Tweets by @Naveen...
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