YEDI Helps Entrepreneurs Turn Dreams Into Reality (w/Maria Konikov)
In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce interviews Maria Konikov, the Director of Operations at the York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI).
Maria discusses YEDI’s mission to support entrepreneurs through various programs, including their flagship incubator program and the one-year Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Program. She highlights the importance of learning key business skills, having community support, and overcoming the fear of the unknown in entrepreneurship. Maria shares inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated their business journeys with YEDI's help, emphasizing the value of mentorship and continuous learning. While many entrepreneurs are anxious to jump in without first investing in skills training, Maria believes “Having a strong educational foundation gives you the confidence to move forward."
Resources
YEDI website
Maria Konikov on LinkedIn
Maria discusses YEDI’s mission to support entrepreneurs through various programs, including their flagship incubator program and the one-year Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Program. She highlights the importance of learning key business skills, having community support, and overcoming the fear of the unknown in entrepreneurship. Maria shares inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated their business journeys with YEDI's help, emphasizing the value of mentorship and continuous learning. While many entrepreneurs are anxious to jump in without first investing in skills training, Maria believes “Having a strong educational foundation gives you the confidence to move forward."
Resources
YEDI website
Maria Konikov on LinkedIn
