My ramblings have two purposes: 1. Learn what real entrepreneurs think and do everyweek to build their businesses. 2. Find common ground between the success and failures of entrepreneurs to learn what it takes to be successful. I heard a great question from Jay Matson, President of Seminary Street Ventures in Illinois. He said “Can you really teach this entrepreneur stuff?”. It is a really good question.

Why study Entrepreneurs?  They are an interesting lot that drive a huge part of any job creation. Plus I was raised by two entrepreneurial parents and it is “in my blood”. Today, I lead business courses and do consulting with small businesses, start-ups, and family owned businesses in transition. In August, I will begin my deep dive into Jacksonville by hosting 20+ guest speakers over the five months of the 2012 fall term. Look out for more postings and a schedule of future speakers as I transition to the Deanship at the Davis School of Business at Jacksonville University in Florida.