Tag: social capital
Not Transactionalizing Relationships for Solopreneurs
At a recent community town hall, we focused on teaching our members how to build networks that actually deliver a return on investment (ROI) to their business. The lessons learned are even more critical for a solopreneur to engage with as their work can lead to a lot of isolation and the need for champions […]
What Does Organic Collaboration Look Like?
Over the past 2 weeks, something truly special happened in our building here at Refinery46, and we were able to witness the full circle experience.
Let’s Become a Bed of Social Venture Capitalism
In the process of developing an entrepreneurial support system at Refinery46, we’ve engaged with hundreds of founders. And while something as complex as startups doesn’t have a formula for success, there’s almost always one consistent factor at play. Nearly all entrepreneurs who develop the roots for long-term success have a supportive relational network that encourages, […]
Strategic Investment: Maximizing Returns on Social Capital
In a world driven by connections and relationships, social capital is arguably the key currency for any individual or business’ success. Fortunately, or sadly, growth and opportunity in life and business is more often than not rooted in “who you know” rather than “what you know.” If you do not have a strategic individual or […]