Category Archives: Entrepreneurial

That’s not true; we’re not like that!

I blame the media. No, we’re not talking superinjunctions this time; it’s just a bit of a misunderstanding, that’s all. But passions are running high. As I’m sure most of my regular readers are aware, I’m involved in a community (a tribe?) with an interest in the Scottish entrepreneurial scene. In case you missed it,Continue reading “That’s not true; we’re not like that!”

What would you choose; a university degree or $100K?

I’ve been reading with interest some responses to Peter Thiel’s (founder of PayPal & Facebook investor) announcement that he is to provide 24 young people with $100k to drop out of college and start their own businesses.  http://www.fastcompany.com/1755089/legendary-investor-peter-thiel-names-dream-team-of-whiz-kids It seems that he believes that the benefits of higher education are over-hyped, that “traditional education steers young peopleContinue reading “What would you choose; a university degree or $100K?”