How Improv Can Improve Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
“Improv makes you an amazing listener,” says Kevin Benson, who coaches entrepreneurs. “Listening involves more than just speaking and hearing. Listening is a deeper level
January 16, 2018
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Entrepreneurial Talent and Improv
If you’ve ever been to an improv theatre, you’ve seen performers who are quick on their feet, creating storylines on the spot while they collaborate
January 12, 2018
Developing Free-Range Curiosity
Explore the concept of ‘free-range curiosity’, where simple natural observations like feathers can inspire deep questions and lead to expansive learning. This article delves into how nurturing curiosity can connect children with nature and potentially guide them towards innovative environmental solutions.
January 2, 2018
Curiosity: Growing Resilient Lifelong Learners
Discover the pivotal role of curiosity in cultivating resilient and engaged lifelong learners. Learn valuable insights on how encouraging inquisitive thinking from a young age can empower children to navigate and thrive in uncertain environments, fostering a proactive and adaptable mindset.
December 29, 2017
Culitivating a Curiosity Cycle in Children
Jonathan Mugan is a robot guy, a computer scientist who devotes time to studying how children learn. By understanding the minds of children, especially preschoolers,
December 26, 2017
The Struggle to Engage Girls in Steam Subjects
Too few girls pursue careers in technology, computer science, engineering, and the complement of eSTEAM subjects. All over the country, parents, teachers and industry leaders
December 22, 2017
From Student to Budding Entrepreneur
In my last two posts, I’ve been sharing the story of Bri Connelly, who learned grit and determination in devoting herself to dance—which proved invaluable
December 19, 2017
Finding the Grounding Force to Compete as a Woman
In my last post, I began sharing the story of Bri Connelly, who is now an associate product manager at Google. She learned a lot
December 15, 2017
Building a Youth Entrepreneurship Movement: Our Year in Review
In the spirit of reflection and appreciation for those who have made VentureLab’s tremendous growth possible, I want to share the impact that we are
December 14, 2017
Sparking Curiosity and Creativity in Girls
By thinking entrepreneurially and diving into ESTEAM education, girls can become the leaders that our economy and society needs. In these next few blogs, I
December 12, 2017
Diversity: Our National Imperative
Our nation’s future depends on instilling entrepreneurial skills in all students, with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Learn how fostering curiosity, confidence, and a growth mindset in young women can reshape the future of business and innovation.
December 8, 2017
Getting Serious About Entrepreneurial Education: Finland’s Story
You might think that the U.S. must lead the world in teaching entrepreneurial skills to our youth. Actually, no. Many school officials under pressure to
December 5, 2017
Wanted: Entrepreneurs
“True entrepreneurs are rare—and getting rarer. Yet it is crucial to our economy and national security that we find them,” says Jim Clifton, CEO of
December 1, 2017
The Importance of Entrepreneurial Education For Girls
I’ve been sharing the story of my life as an outlier—a Hispanic woman, engineer and entrepreneur—to show how my profound enthusiasm for encouraging girls to
November 22, 2017
An Outlier Engineer: Using Experince to Springboard Into a New Feild
I’ve been sharing the story of my life as a Hispanic woman engineer, and why my career and background led me to being so driven
November 21, 2017
Talking About Failure
Dinner conversations at the Blakely household had an unusual twist. Each night at the table, Sara Blakely’s father would ask her, “What have you failed
November 21, 2017