Fall 2021: Session 188 (What It Means to Be A First-Generation American and Entrepreneur with Dr. Argelis Ortiz)

An episode of the The First-Gen Lounge podcast, hosted by Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D., titled "Fall 2021: Session 188 (What It Means to Be A First-Generation American and Entrepreneur with Dr. Argelis Ortiz)" was published on October 8, 2021 and runs 31 minutes.

October 8, 2021 ·31m · The First-Gen Lounge

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Summary

According to the Kauffman Index, more than 27% of entrepreneurs in the US are immigrants despite representing only 13.5% of the population. Furthermore, 43% of the companies on the 2017 Fortune 500 list were founded or co-founded by first or second-generation immigrants. This data speaks volumes about their ability to overcome obstacles, create a life for themselves, and successfully achieve the American dream. But the question is, why is it that immigrants tend to be more entrepreneurial? Interestingly, most first-gens overcome almost similar obstacles. Patience and resilience come naturally to them, and starting with nothing demands more discipline, flexibility, and persistence than everyone else. Yet, these adversities make first-gens tough and often increases their chances of success. Check out the full session notes: www.evehudsonphd.com/2021/10/188 Join the movement: https://jointhemovement.evehudsonphd.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description

According to the Kauffman Index, more than 27% of entrepreneurs in the US are immigrants despite representing only 13.5% of the population. Furthermore, 43% of the companies on the 2017 Fortune 500 list were founded or co-founded by first or second-generation immigrants. This data speaks volumes about their ability to overcome obstacles, create a life for themselves, and successfully achieve the American dream. But the question is, why is it that immigrants tend to be more entrepreneurial? Interestingly, most first-gens overcome almost similar obstacles. Patience and resilience come naturally to them, and starting with nothing demands more discipline, flexibility, and persistence than everyone else. Yet, these adversities make first-gens tough and often increases their chances of success. Check out the full session notes: www.evehudsonphd.com/2021/10/188 Join the movement: https://jointhemovement.evehudsonphd.com/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.