Name: Let's raise kids to be entrepreneurs
Uploaded: 2010-06-17T09:19:00Z
Duration: 19 min 19 s
Description: Bored in school, failing classes, at odds with peers: This child might be an entrepreneur, says Cameron Herold. In his talk, he makes the case for parenting and education that helps would-be entrepreneurs flourish -- as kids and as adults.

Bored in school, failing classes, at odds with peers: This child might be an entrepreneur, says Cameron Herold. In his talk, he makes the case for parenting and education that helps would-be entrepreneurs flourish -- as kids and as adults.

Let's raise kids to be entrepreneurs

Many children who struggle in traditional classrooms may actually possess strong entrepreneurial traits that go unnoticed or unappreciated. One seven-year-old collected and sold coat hangers door to door, discovering early lessons in negotiation and opportunity. Schools and parents often push kids to conform, overlooking creativity, risk-taking, and leadership vital for entrepreneurship. Embracing and fostering these qualities early can empower the next generation to solve problems and drive progress.