EP121: The 8 Absolutes for Startup Success

The Bridges to Cross in Order to Reach Entrepreneurial Excellence

(Recorded Live on Clubhouse September 8th, 2023)

In this session, we spoke with Jack Silva, an experienced entrepreneur and business consultant to learn the critical factors that can make or break a startup’s journey to success. Jack gave his insights on what he calls the “8 Bridges,” or eight essential principles that can determine whether a startup thrives or fails to win in the competitive business landscape. 

Hosts: Colin C. Campbell, Michele Van Tilborg

Guest: Jack Silva

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