Quality over quantity: it’s an age-old adage that’s been drilled into our brains for almost every situation possible. When it comes to the business world, this concept is even more applicable. It may seem counterintuitive: we normally think that a diverse array of connections makes for success. That is indeed…Read More
When it comes to starting businesses, some entrepreneurs are taking an alternative route to conventional venture capital fundraising – what industry calls “crowdfunding.” Crowdfunding, raising money from the public via online resources such as Kickstarter.com, is a relatively new phenomenon. Its potential to propel entrepreneurs to success has recently risen…Read More
In a recent article for Quartz, author Jay Bhatti tackles the finicky issue of the MBA. Regarded as a step on the ladder toward corporate greatness, the MBA has long been considered a necessary degree for hopeful entrepreneurs. Lately, though, industry players have begun to question the true benefits of…Read More
When it comes to moving a business forward, the biggest gains are often a hair’s breadth away from the greatest risks—a truth reflected in discouraging change success rate statistics. A recent CNBC article highlights the even greater chance of defeat in the field of mergers and acquisitions, citing the Mack…Read More
The Y-Prize Competition Grand Finale, which took place Monday, February 4, saw the judging of the final four teams, whose challenge it was to suggest practical applications of robotic technology developed in the GRASP Lab at Penn.…Read More
