I absolutely love the material put out by the Kauffman Foundation, which exists to help instill entrepreneurialism in America and around the world. Now they are bringing entrepreneurs together to commit ourselves to the countries future because, in the words of the Kauffman Foundation’s executive, Carl Schramm, “entrepreneurs continue to be the key to our country’s economic recovery because they are the primary source of new job creation. Introducing the Pledge only enhances the Entrepreneurs’ Movement, which is aimed at giving entrepreneurs a platform to share their stories and amplify their voice.” So check out the pledge below, and then go over to the Kauffman Foundation to sign the pledge.
The Entrepreneur’s Pledge:
| I am an Entrepreneur.
I am following a dream, pursuing an opportunity, taking charge of my own destiny. I am bringing something of value to society, making a job for myself and for others, and creating wealth that benefits my family, my community, my country, my world. I am one of a movement of millions of entrepreneurs and innovators who made America great, and who will continue to keep our economy going…and growing. I am what I am because many people have helped me along on this journey. Therefore: I will tell my story, sharing my successes and failures, so that others taking the entrepreneurial path can learn. I will strive to mentor an aspiring entrepreneur. I will make my voice heard by those who make policy decisions that affect me and my business. I will appreciate and celebrate my accomplishments, and the accomplishments of all my fellow entrepreneurs. I will give back to the society that helped me to be successful. I will Build a Stronger America. |
