Entrepreneurs are often perceived as the heroes of our age and widely championed as the answer to the economic doom and gloom. At a time when the vast majority of headlines portend long-term financial drudgery, success stories stand in sharp contrast, proving that it is possible to turn a great idea into a billion-dollar business.
Entrepreneurs often provide a focal point for our own aspirations. To some, they give hope that one day they may stumble across an idea that will make them rich beyond their wildest dreams. But what if you aspire to more than material wealth alone? What if you seek to address an injustice, challenge misconceptions, or overcome cultural disharmony?
The same entrepreneurial spirit that is helping to create some of the largest companies in the world today, can also help us to address social challenges that are prevalent during times of financial hardship.
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