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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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14 Ways Your Elevator Pitch Is Hurting Your Brand

What is one common mistake to avoid when delivering an elevator pitch?

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

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Does My Brand Need a Tagline? 12 Experts Explain

Does my organization need a tagline? Why or why not?

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

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14 Reasons Brands Should or Shouldn’t Pay for Social Followers

Should I pay for Twitter or other social followers in order to give my brand a head start? Why/why not?

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

Boosting Networking in Business
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17 Ways to Strengthen Your Personal Brand Through Networking

What is one simple thing I can do to expand my network this year?

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

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15 Ways to Build Your Personal Brand Online

I have a very small digital footprint. What is one step I can take to proactively build my brand online?

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

Personal Branding

12 Personal Branding Trends That Will Dominate 2016

What personal branding trend will dominate 2016?

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

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13 Things Unlikely Stars Teach Us About Branding

What is one thing all professionals can learn from the success of unlikely brand stars, like YouTube celebrities?

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

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14 Ways to Develop Confidence at Work for Better Personal Branding

What are some resources for developing confidence at work (for me, or for my employees) for situations where you need to present, lead or even criticize?

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

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14 Ways to Handle Negative Press About Your Brand

How do you deal with negative press as a business owner?

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