COPY: Entrepreneurial Mindsets Quiz

• Lynda Weinman started Lynda.com in 1995 to showcase her students' work and play with new graphic design tools like Photoshop and Illustrator.
• In 2002, she shifted her teaching online and later sold the business to LinkedIn for 1.5 billion US dollars, which was renamed LinkedIn Learning.
• The speaker discusses six counterconventional mindsets of entrepreneurs that challenge traditional business practices taught in schools.
• The first mindset is "Yes, we can," which encourages entrepreneurs to embrace new opportunities outside their core competencies.
• The second mindset is "problem-first, not product-first logic," emphasizing solving problems over focusing solely on products.
• The third mindset is "think narrow, not broad," highlighting the importance of targeting specific niche markets effectively.
• The fourth mindset is "asking for the cash, and riding the float," emphasizing the importance of cash flow for entrepreneurial ventures.
• Elon Musk's approach with Tesla exemplifies the importance of generating cash early on to fund future projects and growth.- Tristram Mayhew and Rebecca Mayhew built a treetop adventure business called Go Ape in the UK by partnering with the UK Forestry Commission, who provided them with land and trees for their adventure courses.
• Go Ape now has over 30 adventure sites in the UK and several in the US.
• Entrepreneurs like Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp, founders of Uber, often don't ask for permission when starting their ventures, as regulations can be restrictive.
• Entrepreneurs are more inclined to take risks and innovate without seeking permission, while big companies often require approval from lawyers and face regulatory hurdles.
• It is important for individuals to embody the mindsets of entrepreneurs, such as embracing unconventional thinking and taking action despite obstacles.
• These mindsets can be learned and taught to others, and can help individuals overcome challenges and make a positive impact on the world.

Test your knowledge on the counterconventional mindsets of entrepreneurs that challenge traditional business practices. Learn about embracing new opportunities, problem-first logic, targeting niche markets effectively, and emphasizing cash flow for entrepreneurial ventures.