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[Entrepreneurial Traits] Being Open to New Ideas ! Being open to new ideas is a crucial attribute for any startup founder. This mindset allows founders to see the world differently and develop innovative solutions to challenges. Take Brian Chesky, for example. When he was low on funds, he embraced the idea of renting out air mattresses in his apartment. This simple concept eventually grew into Airbnb, a multibillion-dollar corporation. Similarly, Richard Branson, the founder of Virgin Group, is renowned for his openness to new ideas. His willingness to explore various industries, from airlines to space tourism, has helped him build a successful and diverse business empire. By staying open to new ideas, founders can gain a wider range of perspectives and insights, leading to better business decisions. It encourages out-of-the-box thinking and fosters creativity in problem-solving. To cultivate this openness, listen to feedback from your team and customers. Embrace diverse viewpoints and remain curious. Remember, the next big idea could come from the most unexpected place! #StartupLife #EntrepreneurMindset #Innovation #CreativeThinking #BrianChesky #RichardBranson #OpenToIdeas #BusinessGrowth #StartupSuccess #FoundersMindset #abhisheksengupta Media Credit : Pic Courtesy - UnSplash Video Courtesy - Mixxit Background Music - Upbeat Background Music. Pic & videos : invideo.io & Istock Disclaimer : 1. This episode is made for information and knowledge gain. All necessary checks with relevant persons and authorities should be done before taking any actions. Maker of the episode/ company / its employees / its partners / its directors / founders/ co-founders / participant in episode will not be responsible for any incident related to this. 2. Images & videos used in this are for representation and educational purpose only under fair use provision of copyright. These are not used for any other objective. (Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976)

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🚨New #hydrogen #hydrogène plant in #bourgognefranchecomteRégion Bourgogne-Franche-Comté #solid #storage #greentech #efficiency #transitionenergetique #energytransition

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Very comprehensive analysis of the meat consumption in France: a few key points: - in 2023 there is a general drop in meat consumption after the post covid surge ( - 1,7% per inhabitants) accross all species except poultry. - This is long trend as we see a drop of almost 6% in the past 20 years. - Imports are also going down only slightly (-1,4%) but they still represent more than 30% of the total consumption of meat (all species). - 57% of all lamb consummed in France is Imported ( when it used to be around 50% in the past years) and a growth in volume is noted for the imports from the UK +10,4% :-)

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🤯 How does it feel to make over 100 angel investments? Join the conversation with Alexandre Berriche, Co-founder & CEO of Fleet and probably the most active Sequoia Capital Scout in Europe! We spill the beans on lessons learned from over hundred angel deals including: - How to build relationships with founders - What does it take to add value as an angel investor - And why should you start angel investing in the first place Tune in for some great time and inspiration on EU-Startups Podcast. Link to full episode in the comments. #startup #founders #venturecapital

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Entrepreneurship is dreaming. And I have just awakened from a dream that still feels surreal. ✨ I had the privilege of attending the World Entrepreneur Of The Year in Monaco, an event that brought together entrepreneurs from over 50 countries, experiencing unique moments: Michelin-starred dinners 🍽️, exclusive outings 🚤, inspiring lectures and workshops on technology, leadership, culture, health, meditation, and the future of our society. 🌐 These experiences connected us deeply, showing that regardless of the origin or size of our companies, we share the same vulnerabilities and aspirations. 💡❤️ Together, our companies generate more than 150,000 jobs, driving the economy and innovation in our countries. 🚀 But as tireless entrepreneurs, we want more. We want to #TRANSCEND and make a difference in people's lives. 🌍 I feel we are at the dawn of a NEW ERA, where we will not only have #ESG companies but also HEALING organizations. 🩺 This opportunity and responsibility are in our hands. EY, with mastery, persistence, and passion, leads the movement to Build a better working world through CONSCIOUS entrepreneurship. This is just the beginning of a significant transformation. 🌟 My gratitude goes to Raquel Teixeira, Luiz Sergio Vieira, Stasia Mitchell, and Carmine Di Sibio for providing an experience that I will carry with me for a lifetime. Something so incredible and life-changing that every entrepreneur should dream of experiencing. 🌈 #WEOY is not a competition; it is a SOCIETY award that will be increasingly impacted by CONSCIOUS ENTREPRENEURS. Let's celebrate entrepreneurship as the most powerful and effective means of social inclusion in the world! 🌎 Salute 🥂 #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Transformation #Leadership #HumanConnections #SocialImpact #EY #WEOY #Gratitude #NewEra #DreamRealized #Monaco #Networking #Inspiration #HealingOrganizations #Biscoitê #healingorganizations

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A few self-defence tips in the event of an attack

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If you don't understand that a welcoming and approachable attitude can have a significant impact on the customer experience, don't go into the restaurant business !     When you travel around the world, you realise just how much a smiling welcome can help. We sometimes tend to forget this in Belgium and in France. And yet, even before you receive your taco, bubble tea or afro bowl, if the waiter smiles at you, you already have a positive impression of the restaurant. We are in a service industry, and the first contact is essential. It's not just for Michelin-starred restaurants.  When we see that the kiosks are able to increase the average sales basket by 15 to 30% in QSR, we need to focus on our human and friendly side to compete with them. At Mad Vision Group, an exceptional experience starts with a smile.     Each franchisee represents our brand and each employee an ambassador. The ability to recruit employees with the right attitude is vital to the success of a franchise.     #smile #franchise #franchisee #franchisor 

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Reflecting on My Journey from Toocook to Feeli 🚀 Before founding Feeli and after launching the social network ExitToLive, I ventured into the culinary world with toocook, a social network dedicated to cooking enthusiasts. Developed using the Symfony framework and MongoDB, Toocook was essentially the "Facebook of cooks" where food lovers could share recipes, culinary tips, and connect over their passion for cooking. Creating Toocook was an incredible experience that taught me valuable lessons about community building and the power of sharing passions. Each project has paved the way for the next, enriching my journey as an entrepreneur and a tech innovator. Check out this article from Le Parisien which dives deeper into the Toocook adventure: https://lnkd.in/egRBPrAe Every step in this journey has contributed to my growth and the evolution of my ideas, leading up to the creation of Feeli. Looking back, I am grateful for every part of this incredible ride ! #Entrepreneurship #TechInnovation #SocialNetworking

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Super proud of my country Tunisia 🇹🇳🙏❤️ The leading Guest Experience Solution provider in Hospitality, TrustYou, thoroughly examines Tunisia's hospitality sector, with a main focus on hotels' performance. It carefully emphasizes the crucial role of managing online presence and being proactive in handling guest reviews, along with the importance of collaborating with OTAs. Additionally, it highlights Tunisia's well-known friendliness and warmth in service delivery. However, amidst tough competition and the adoption of technology in the tourism sector, challenges remain. The report stresses the vital importance of staff training to ensure consistent service standards. Despite these challenges, Tunisia is making progress in developing its tourism industry, ready to utilize foreign currency inflows to tackle its economic deficit. Essential reading for industry insiders. #HospitalitySector #TunisiaTourism #EconomicDevelopment #visitTunisia

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More prizes for the #1 Impact Startup Awards… Discover them now! 👇 What if we could offer square meters? I recently met the right partner for all startups out there: “We create steady square meters for entrepreneurs to shake things up” - Quoting Alexandre Ponchon and Axel Kuborn - co-founders Silversquare. In a fast-changing world, companies and individuals alike are rethinking their use of space and time, seeking more efficiency and flexibility, while preserving a sense of community and togetherness. Silversquare was born from this state of mind. Aware that the workspaces of tomorrow will be the cornerstone of new lifestyles, we provide state-of-the-art coworking venues to meet every need and every dream. I’m happy to announce the Silversquare prizes of the future #1 Belgium Impact Startup Awards winners. All Prizes are valid for 12 months in the 12 Silversquare spaces across Belgium 🇧🇪 and Luxembourg 🇱🇺: 🥇 1 FREE event in collaboration & hosted at Silversquare + 10 day passes. 🥈 10 day passes.  🥉 5 day passes. + 🏅 Special B2B Prize: 2 FREE FLEX memberships. 🏅 Special B2C Prize: 2 FREE FLEX memberships. Are you an impact #startup or #scaleup? Apply now! https://lnkd.in/gDxeth_C Apply with a 10-slide pitch to make a lasting impact! Let's scale up! 👏 #startups #scaleups #buildingbridges

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🚀 Super new blog post about the partnership between Smeetz and Adyen: The perfect combination for seamless payments in the leisure industry 🎢 Kudos to the teams 👏 who contributed to this joint success Morgan Siffert, Liza Tripet, Jorge Lopes, Sami Chiadmi, Edouard Coiraton and Daniel L.. Smeetz and Adyen have joined forces ! With a modern payment platform and a unified SaaS solution, leisure venues can now centralize their transactions and provide a seamless payment experience. Discover how this collaboration is transforming the leisure industry! 🚀

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A Parisian host , Karyn, explaining on French Radio SudRadio, why Eatwith experiences are so unique, for both hosts and guests . There's a short summary in English below. If you're a french speaker , the short video is worth viewing !

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Featuring 🇧🇪 's boldest, The Entrepreneurs series highlights stories about vision, perseverance and how to make it big in the States. Today in The Entrepreneurs, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Le Botaniste, Laurent Francois. “Let’s meet at the carrot!” Shortly after we hit the send button, Laurent pops up—a tall man with a welcoming smile and ready to roll. Scrolling through the photos, we agree that posing next to the carrot sounded better than the actual outcome. “Yes, the light is off. Let me fix it!” As Laurent stacks two wobbly stools on top of each other to reach the culprit light bulb, dramatic scenes start playing in our heads: a fall, broken limbs, a hospital visit…. But Laurent manages to unscrew the light bulb and keeps a cool head—a key feature to have as an entrepreneur. In 2015, Le Botaniste—a plant-based, organic restaurant developed by Laurent and fellow Belgian entrepreneur Alain Coumont, opened its first location in Ghent. Four months later, a second restaurant opened its doors in New York. “If you want to grow as a company and expand on a national level, you first need to prove that your concept works locally. That’s why for now, our focus is on NY. And we’re doing great! This year, we’ll be opening two new locations!” When we ask Laurent about his drive and passion for his company, he couldn’t be more clear: “Between me and Le Botaniste, it’s a love affair! Serving your customers delicious healthy and affordable food while knowing you also have a positive impact on the environment is a fantastic feeling to have! Of course, we've faced rough moments too, like the pandemic. But even under those difficult circumstances, there was a silver lining: people became more conscious of the importance of a healthy diet. This open-mindedness towards plant-based food led to an influx of new customers.” As we indulge in Le Botaniste’s signature chili, we smile and say: “This is so good!” “I know! The moment people try Le Botaniste, they keep coming back, even those who are skeptical about a plant-based diet. I once convinced a die-hard meat lover to taste our chili, and he loved it! Le Botaniste's success is not only centered around the positive impact it has on the environment and people’s health, though. Our teams are just as crucial—turning every lunch or dinner into an unforgettable experience.” Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #theentrepreneurs #lebotaniste #belgiumintheus

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You wanna know how startup funding is going on right now in Belgium 🇧🇪 ? 🔮 I shared with Maxime SAMAIN (L'Echo) my point of view on that matter. 🦄 < >🐌 Article here: https://lnkd.in/e9qbCKKX Discover my take on the situation in 4 points: 1️⃣ More experienced 🐼 Belgium's startup scene boomed around 2015. These early-stage investors, the Business Angels, have gained experience through their investments made between 2015 and 2020. This newfound expertise makes them more rigorous in their analysis and more demanding of startups, ultimately limiting funding for a select few. 2️⃣ Investment shift ↩ The 2022 inflation surge reshaped investor mindsets and expectations. This trend solidified in 2023, becoming the "new normal." Consequently, 2024 witnessed a significant decline in funding for startups lacking a clear path to profitability. 3️⃣ Cycle ♻ The pre-pandemic boom in startups (around 2020) is now experiencing its first wave of bankruptcies. This has understandably shaken some Business Angels' confidence. While this cycle is natural, fear currently dominates investment decisions for many. 4️⃣ Post trauma 🤕 We are in a “post trauma” period. The above elements are making Business Angels much more risk averse. To restore confidence, we need to see successful Belgian 🇧🇪 startups emerge. Thankfully, time can be a healer, and some inspiring success stories 💪 are likely unfolding even as you browse this tremendous LinkedIn post 😜. Let's scale it up! 👏 #startups #scaleups #buildingbridges

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Fun fact : At the end of 2016 I applied for a job at Angelsquare (called Fundme at the time) as a VC Analyst. It was the beginning of my "career" in the Venture Capital World. Huge thanks to Charles Degand, Balthazar de Menthon, David Lambert, Paul-Henri Poirier, François Ramin, and the whole crew for the fantastic years at AngelSquare, filled with nothing but great memories! Almost 8 years later, I am quite proud to find myself in the ranking of Business Angels under 35 years old conducted by Les Echos & Angelsquare (thank you for the mention Charlie Perreau). More info : link in comments. This ranking isn't a indicator for investment success or how much help was provided as an investor, but I genuinely hope I've made a positive impact (and will continue to do so) on the companies I've been fortunate enough to back : Mon Petit Placement, Koovee, COCOLI, ScorePlay, GDevelop, Nocturne Games ... You should definitely take a look at these companies! 🎩 Hats off to these exceptional entrepreneurs : Gemma Comabella Noguero, Tiphaine Guerout & Johanna Maurel, Thomas Perret, Victorien Tixier & Xavier Green, Charles THOMAS, Florian Rival ... their grit and resilience deserve a standing ovation 👏 Big shoutout, too, to all the investors out there fueling the tech ecosystem's growth 🚀 ! #venturecapital #entrepreneurs #techecosystem

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https://lnkd.in/gQzCv9fU The failure guide to greater success. How to fail in business : Failure = Success? The shocking book that shatters all myths. Are you afraid of failing in your professional projects? Do you think failure is the worst evil to avoid at all costs? Think again! In this desecrating book, the authors deconstruct all the harmful myths surrounding business failure. Far from being a sign of weakness, knowing how to bounce back after a setback is the mark of true leaders. The greatest entrepreneurs and managers have all experienced bitter failures before achieving success. Through concrete case studies and straightforward testimonials, this book proves that learning from mistakes is a powerful lever for progress. You will discover the fatal mistakes to avoid absolutely and the keys to transforming failure into a springboard to success. Cult cases like Kodak and Nokia, symbols of the worst strategic failures, are scrutinized. In the cutthroat world of business, making no mistakes is impossible. The real strength is knowing how to learn lessons to move forward. This practical and impactful book will give you the weapons to face failure without complexes and transform it into victory.

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