<p>In Silicon Valley, people routinely dream of changing the world. Some do so. Many more almost do. Almost. It is such a Silicon Valley word. This is the story and lessons learned from 12 electric months in the life of a dreamy San Francisco startup that once thought it would be bought by a technology giant and also seemed on the verge of becoming a nationally-known brand. Neither happened, and the lessons are poignant. Almost…the word hurts the soul. So much effort falling into oblivion. And it keeps happening again and again, this amazing effort that seems part of the DNA of Silicon Valley. Why? What is it there that makes it seem essential to swing for the fences? What is Silicon Valley really like? Here is a fascinating 12-month snapshot inside of one company that almost changed the world.</p>

Almost: 12 Electric Months Chasing A Silicon Valley Dream

Business & Money

Klopp, Hap

Tarcy, Brian

Biography & History

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<p>Bennie Pollard has spent his entire adult life working his butt off. After a very challenging childhood, Pollard followed in his mother’s and aunt’s footsteps who were both hairdressers. Pollard started cosmetology school in the early 1980s. He went on to open his own salon in 1992, and by the early 2000s he added “manufacturer” to his resume. Motivated by some of the world’s most influential speakers, Pollard began to make plans to expand his mark on the beauty industry. In 2013 he opened Cool Beauty Consulting, a hair care distribution house with heavy focus on education and training.As a professional speaker, Pollard inspires, motivates, and teaches throughout the nation. Pollard shares his trials, tribulations, and victories in order to help others in the small business arena, which led to the creation of this book, Small Business for the Rest of Us: One Dude’s Journey. Pollard’s story will guide you through the highs and lows of business ownership, and remind you that no matter where you come from or what your background may be, you too can rock ’n’ roll.</p>

Small Business for the Rest of Us: One Dude's Journey

Pollard, Bennie

Business Development & Entrepreneurship

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