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Good and Bad Reasons to Become an Entrepreneur

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Overview

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Explore the motivations behind entrepreneurship in this insightful 19-minute Web Summit talk featuring Asana co-founder Dustin Moskovitz and recode's Kara Swisher. Delve into the journey of an entrepreneur, examining the essential qualities and critical elements required for success. Learn about the genesis of Asana, tech innovation, and the importance of self-care in the startup world. Discuss current trends in entrepreneurship, including work-life balance and the evolution of diversity in Silicon Valley. Gain valuable insights on startup culture, problem-solving, and the challenges faced by modern entrepreneurs.

Syllabus

Intro
What is Asana
The genesis of Asana
The journey of an entrepreneur
What it takes to be an entrepreneur
Slack
Tech Innovation
Self Care
Innovation
Problems
Qualities of an Entrepreneur
Critical Elements of Entrepreneurship
Startup University
WorkLife Balance
Charging at all times
Diversity in Silicon Valley
Evolution of Diversity
Why did things get that way
Sloppy pattern matching
Biggest trend in entrepreneurship

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