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The Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) is an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most successful young entrepreneurs. YEC members represent nearly every industry, generate billions of dollars in revenue each year and have created tens of thousands of jobs.
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9 Startup Leaders With Brands to Emulate

What young startup leader/exec do you believe has created an exceptional brand for themselves?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free virtual mentorship program that helps millions of entrepreneurs …

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10 Must-Have Tools for Tracking Brand Mentions

What’s your favorite tool for monitoring/tracking brand mentions?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free virtual mentorship program that helps millions of entrepreneurs start and grow businesses via live …

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Shark Tank: Boon or Bust for CEO Branding?

“Shark Tank” and similar reality TV shows: boon or bust for a CEO’s brand? Why?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free virtual mentorship program that helps millions of …

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How Do You Identify Speaking Gigs That Boost Your Brand?

How do you identify events or speaking gigs that are good for your brand (vs. a waste of time/money)? What factors should you consider?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, …

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12 Tips for CEOs Making Their First TV Appearance

What’s one tip you have for a startup founder who is making their first TV appearance as an expert?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free virtual mentorship program …

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Hiring a Writer for Your Brand? 11 Must-Have Qualities

When hiring a ghostwriter or copywriter for your brand, what’s the #1 thing you look for?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free virtual mentorship program that helps millions …

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12 Ideas for Growing Your Brand on Social Media

What is the single smartest thing you have ever done on social media — ever — to grow your company’s brand? (Be specific!)

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a …

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12 Personal Branding Tips for Serial Entrepreneurs

If you are a serial entrepreneur, what’s one piece of advice you have for building a personal brand separate from your (many) companies?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a …

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9 Lesser-Known Strategies for Building Your Brand’s Credibility

What’s your favorite little-known secret for building your brand’s recognizability… radio show? Writing a book? Leading a cause marketing campaign? Reality TV?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free …

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Keep Your Brand Name Intact When a Reporter Calls

What is your #1 tip for a nervous entrepreneur about to talk to a reporter for the first time?

The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a free virtual mentorship program …