This month is a big month for entrepreneurs globally. All the hard work, long hours and tough economic times has taught us to be the best at what we do every day. Taking an idea and turning it into a business to help support your family and employ America is the greatest feeling of all. I am glad to be a small business owner and this month we celebrate your hard work.On November 1, 2011 President Barack Obama declared November as “National Entrepreneurship Month”. Encouraging us to celebrate our successes and support one another. It has never been a greater time than now to join the movement of self employment. Technology has allowed us to turn our mom and pops into global empires that are growing by leaps and bounds every year. (visit website)
Take the time to support a small business during this month or mentor someone you know that is interested in starting their own business. Your advice and motivation can catapult their passion into a billion dollar idea.
Ways to Celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month
Participate in Global Entrepreneurship Week.
November 14-20, 2011 is Global Entrepreneurship Week. This week is full of wonderful events throughout the world. PinkBoss, Inc is participating by awarding and featuring 7 industry changing women located in the metro Atlanta area. We are honoring these ladies for all their hard work and dedication to help others. Come up with creative ways for your organization to celebrate during this week as well. (Visit website)
Participate in Small Business Saturday
November 26, 2011 is the 2nd Annual Small Business Saturday sponsored by American Express. This day over 1.9 million people have pledged to shop and support a local small business in their area. This will help fuel the economy on the biggest shopping weekend of the year. The Small Business Saturday website is full of resources to help you promote discounts for customers to take advantage of for the entire day. You are also eligible for $100 in free Facebook Ads to help promote your business if you plan to participate. (Visit website)
Create a Tweetup or Networking Event.
Take the time to schedule a tweetup or email a few entrepreneurs to meet to discuss challenges and success stories to encourage one another. This can help build your network and offer additional support to other entrepreneurs around you.
