Entrepreneur
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Philly Tech Rebel: How a Self-Taught Kid Outsmarted Big Business
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Most tech entrepreneurs come from elite universities or have deep venture capital connections. Josh Davidson? He was just a teenager in New Jersey who built websites for fun. In a city where blue-collar work ethic and gritty determination define its proud citizens, Josh Davidson is proving that entrepreneurial spirit is just as much a part…
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Rob Lawless: Mission to Meet 10,000 People
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Imagine committing to engage in profound, one-hour conversations with 10,000 individuals. Sound impossible? Enter the fascinating world of Rob Lawless, a man on an extraordinary mission. Rob is committed to spending an hour in conversation with a staggering 10,000 people. His journey, called Robs10KFriends, is all about making meaningful connections and spreading empathy in a world…
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Candace Johnson: Get TOUCHY/FEELY
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It’s surprisingly warm for January (52 degrees), so Candace Johnson and I decide we’re going to hang for the day at a Pennsylvania vineyard. We both agree that a few glasses of wine will be good for the soul and loosen us up to talk candidly. There are three things I realize as we enjoy…
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Chill Moody: It’s a Philly Thing
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The first thing I notice as Chill Moody casually walks up to meet me at a popular breakfast spot in Drexel Hill, is his shirt. He’s wearing a black t-shirt under an open jacket which has the phrase “It’s a Philly Thing” printed in bold white letters across the front. I greet him with, “nice…