Statistics show that over 70% of people enrolled in MBA programs are looking for the skills to help them become entrepreneurs. Unfortunately, that’s not what they’re being taught. Most Business Schools and MBA degrees teach students the language called business. … Read More »
Yearly Archive: 2013
How Do You Choose To Lead?
Benjamin Zander’s father used to tell him that, “There is no such thing as bad weather. Only inappropriate clothing.” Conditions are not important. What matters is how we choose to react to it. In this video, the award-winning conductor of … Read More »
Canada’s Ultimate Leadership & Entrepreneurship Event
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, community leader, or someone with a dream, this conference was created for YOU. SociaLIGHT brings together a world class community and tribe committed to positive systemic impact. The annual renowned Conference celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week, and … Read More »
Be the Example Rather Than the Exception
Entrepreneurial culture can be like our first “boy-girl party” all over again. The music is playing, the punch is pouring, and the girls and the boys stick to opposite sides of the room. Afraid to talk. Afraid to mingle. Afraid … Read More »
Why “Follow Your Passion” is the Worst Advice For Gen-Y
When making our mark in the world, we often begin with asking ourselves “what am I passionate about and how can I find a way to keep doing it?” But co-founder of Vancouver’s The Passion Project, Eunice Hii, found out … Read More »
Founder Friday Vancouver - A Women 2.0 Event
Join institute B at this month’s Founder Friday Event in Vancouver, November 15th from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Introduction by: Darrell Kopke. Founder Friday is a Women 2.0 event to promote the creation of new networks among aspiring entrepreneurs, … Read More »
Attack of the Profit Zombies
In the spirit of Halloween, I can’t help but observe that we are on the edge of a real-life zombie apocalypse. Okay, so maybe we aren’t technically running for our lives from the undead and arming ourselves with axes and … Read More »
Matt Mayer on Transitioning to a New Economy
institute B sat down with Sustainability Strategist & Process Designer Matt Mayer of Conscious Brands to learn why he believes we can go further together than faster alone. The importance of doing more good versus doing less bad. And how … Read More »
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Women 2.0 Founder Friday Vancouver
Join Women 2.0 this November for Founder Friday Vancouver on Friday, November 15th from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Hosted by institute B. Women 2.0 is a global media company at the intersection of women, entrepreneurship and technology. They offer … Read More »
Joel Solomon on Becoming a Billionaire of Good Deeds
OK. We admit it. Joel Solomon is one of our heroes. A legend in the social venture scene, Joel shares his wisdom on becoming a billionaire of good deeds and how true success is measured in the currency of love. … Read More »