Young, Confident and Leading

Having so many of the world’s under-25 generation out of work has long-term political, social and economic consequences — and economic leaders have been stumped as to what to do about it. It is therefore encouraging this week to see so many members of Generation Y taking matters into their own hands and writing the next chapter of global economic history.

Taking that plunge is never easy, and is especially admirable when the only tool many young entrepreneurs outside the U.S. have are rusty entrepreneurial instincts from childhood business play. They are taking a risk in an often unfavorable economic climate without collateral for financing or previous experience in the fields of their business ideas.

Find out what the next generation is planning

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The Happiest Entrepreneurs Aren’t Where You Think They Are

Imagine a place where high-impact entrepreneurs and young people are offered sufficient amounts of skills development to become successful entrepreneurs, and where risk-taking and personal initiative in one’s career is the norm, not the exception.

Would those be entrepreneurs living in Silicon Valley perhaps? Not so.

Where are the happiest entrepreneurs?

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The World’s Most Promising New Companies Some entrepreneurs are interested in making processes more efficient. Others are looking for ways to save people money. Still others are hoping they can save the world. Whatever their motivation, entrepreneurs have the ability to inspire others with their creative way of taking a problem and finding a solution. In an effort to find the most innovative new companies, Startup Open, an annual competition, invites 50 companies to vie for the opportunity to present their business plans to experienced entrepreneurs, and gain insight from the experts. “Young companies need encouragement and recognition at the earliest stages. They are emerging heroes who will eventually generate jobs and economic growth for their communities,” said Jonathan Ortmans, president of Global Entrepreneurship Week Startup Open.  So, what are some promising new startups this year? Check out the list!
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The World’s Most Promising New Companies

Some entrepreneurs are interested in making processes more efficient. Others are looking for ways to save people money. Still others are hoping they can save the world. Whatever their motivation, entrepreneurs have the ability to inspire others with their creative way of taking a problem and finding a solution. 

In an effort to find the most innovative new companies, Startup Open, an annual competition, invites 50 companies to vie for the opportunity to present their business plans to experienced entrepreneurs, and gain insight from the experts. 

“Young companies need encouragement and recognition at the earliest stages. They are emerging heroes who will eventually generate jobs and economic growth for their communities,” said Jonathan Ortmans, president of Global Entrepreneurship Week Startup Open. 

So, what are some promising new startups this year? Check out the list!

Source: cnbc.com

Ashton Kutcher Invests in Iowa-Based Dwolla The “Two and A Half Men” star (and soon-to-be Steve Jobs impersonator), whose A-Grade Investments has previously helped get startups including Foursquare, Zaarly and Skype off the ground, has invested an undisclosed amount of money in Dwolla, a Des Moines-based startup. Full Story
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Ashton Kutcher Invests in Iowa-Based Dwolla

The “Two and A Half Men” star (and soon-to-be Steve Jobs impersonator), whose A-Grade Investments has previously helped get startups including Foursquare, Zaarly and Skype off the ground, has invested an undisclosed amount of money in Dwolla, a Des Moines-based startup.

Full Story

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Catch a new episode of “How I Made My Millions”

Monday, March 19th at 9 pm | 12 am ET on CNBC


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High-End Doggy Day Care: No Downsizing For Fido With dogs substituting as children in many families, doggy day care is an industry that is growing despite the flailing economy. Owners spent an estimated $51 billion this year on their pets, including $3.65 billion on services such as boarding and grooming. Read more Photo: Spot Experience
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With dogs substituting as children in many families, doggy day care is an industry that is growing despite the flailing economy. Owners spent an estimated $51 billion this year on their pets, including $3.65 billion on services such as boarding and grooming.

Photo: Spot Experience

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