{"id":1755,"date":"2020-09-25T14:36:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-25T18:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ricqcolia.com\/?p=1755"},"modified":"2020-10-31T21:19:59","modified_gmt":"2020-11-01T01:19:59","slug":"blogs-and-podcasts-to-inspire-the-budding-entrepreneur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ricqcolia.com\/blogs-and-podcasts-to-inspire-the-budding-entrepreneur\/","title":{"rendered":"7 blogs and podcasts to inspire the budding TrinBagonian entrepreneur"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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There was a time when the decision to step out on your own to pursue your own business venture was a daunting task. It was considered ‘too risky’ compared to getting that degree, and getting a full-time job with benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The global pandemic, however, has led to massive layoffs and an unprecedented period of job insecurity. Many have been forced to get creative, tap into their existing skillset and start their own business. Even before COVID, the job market was rapidly changing with more people struggling to find that full-time job that was promised to them at the end of university. Temporary and contracts have replaced permanent positions as the new norm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago has seen an epic rise in entrepreneurship<\/strong><\/a> in 2020 and it’s nothing short of inspiring to see local enterprisers getting innovative and filling niches while providing a product or service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any entrepreneur will tell you that the life isn’t all glam and doesn’t come without some challenges and lows. For those who are at the beginning stages of starting their own business, it can become overwhelming, scary and even lonely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While we see the success stories of individuals behind major brands<\/strong><\/a>, no real success story is complete without hurdles and challenges, and it’s important for new entrepreneurs, as it allows them to be able to that even their role models have fallen a few times on the road to triumph. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several platforms that allow entrepreneurs in Trinidad and Tobago to share their own journeys and guide others along their way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are at least seven. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean Power Lunch<\/strong><\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Most entrepreneurial podcasts tell the stories of the people behind international brands, products, and services, and while they are inspiring, they don’t exactly speak to the Caribbean experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Caribbean Power Lunch<\/a> podcast aims to break that mold by creating an online directory of black-owned businesses through storytelling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hosted by Business Financing Professional Kevin Valley, entrepreneurs not only speak about their unique journey but also make it relatable to the Caribbean experience because…it is<\/em><\/strong> the Caribbean experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether he’s talking to media and TV presenter Hans Des Vignes about the power of mindset, asking how to manage your business’ financial performance with Performance Management Specialist Dawn Hackett, or how TEDx Port of Spain co-founder Keita Demming selects his speakers, this podcast has enough content to supply you with all the entrepreneurial inspo that’s right in your backyard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n



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Keron Rose: Entrepreneurship and Tech<\/a><\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Keron Rose is a mobile expert and business owner<\/a><\/strong> and coach, tech enthusiast, public speaker, and host. While his love for all things tech is evident, his passion for entrepreneurship and helping others successfully achieve is even more clear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With his blog, keronrose.com<\/strong><\/a>, he has used his expertise and passion for both as leverage to educate and inspire others to innovate and take advantage of the digital revolution we’re in, especially with the global shift in the economy and job market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A firm believer in creating content tailored for us, Keron has used his blog to demonstrate how, with technology on our side, there has never been more of a perfect time to become our own bosses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Posts that cover how to monetise your website<\/a><\/strong>, 6 Steps to Never be Jobless in the Caribbean,<\/a><\/strong> how to create your niche<\/strong><\/a>, or how to become the face of a brand<\/a> <\/strong>demonstrate ways in which one can master their skills, build their portfolio, and become marketable, and they also solidify the notion that entrepreneurship is achievable for anyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He also uses the space to give insight on industry news and trends. With his down-to-earth tone and candid demeanour, Keron is set on showing us how to walk the talk of entrepreneurship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He also recently launched The Digipreneur Academy<\/a><\/strong>, which will offer courses that will teach Caribbean entrepreneurs how to build their Digital Assets with topics including how to build your website, blogging, e-commerce, content marketing, SEO, email marketing and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n




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