Do you remember when you were in elementary school and every day consisted of playing games, doing arts and crafts, and taking naps?! Yeah, those were the days. While education evolves as students grow older, we believe creativity and game time should remain a priority in the classroom! That is why we have come up […]
Are you looking for some new ways to engage your campers that are both educational and fun?! Maybe you’re putting on an entrepreneurship summer camp, or perhaps you just need more interactive project ideas… We have a golden opportunity that gives students exposure to entrepreneurial thinking, problem-solving, and idea development with our flexible curriculum that […]
Are you tired of creating new projects for your students? If your students are falling asleep in class or zoning out because they're not able to use classroom skills in ways that are interesting to them, these entrepreneurship projects will help fix that! They are best used as project milestones and capstones to help students […]
Your students crave an education that promotes real-world application. Teaching entrepreneurship is an easy way to do this. Bringing an entrepreneurship curriculum to your classroom doesn’t have to be a challenge. We know it can feel overwhelming to introduce something new into your lesson plans, but we’re here to tell you that it doesn’t have […]
Let's talk about youth entrepreneurship and more specifically, why it could make all the difference in your students' learning experience! If you think back to the days when you were in elementary, middle, and high school, what classes stick out the most to you? Everyone’s answer is different, but generally, we remember certain classes over […]
You might be wondering why your students would benefit from an entrepreneurial education... Let me share some things you have probably noticed in your classroom that have a direct impact on student achievement, and how a comprehensive entrepreneurship curriculum can help! Ever wonder why women continue to make up only 27% of congress members, 8% […]
The hit television show, Shark Tank, has captured millions of viewers with its exciting, high-stakes pitches from entrepreneurs seeking investments for their creative innovations. Based on the pitch and the product or service, wealthy investors, also known as the “sharks,” get to decide if these ideas are worth their money and we want you to […]
Oftentimes, understanding financial management, budgeting, investing, and other financial skills can feel overwhelming and stressful. Let’s be honest, our education system tends to lack a comprehensive financial curriculum, leaving students feeling unprepared for real-life situations. Teaching youth financial literacy is not just about learning how to balance a checkbook or making money, but having a […]
Most students love a classroom movie day! Here we’ll give you a list of great movies and TV shows that are engaging and educational, especially in the context of teaching entrepreneurship. We’ll explain why these entrepreneur movies and shows are relevant, what they’re rated, and where you can watch them! Some questions we’ll answer over […]
Providing students with a way to turn their ideas into tangible projects is an important aspect of the learning process! Being able to make a business website is an awesome classroom tool that allows students a simple, fun, and free way to bring their business ideas to life. Teaching students how to create their own […]
Oftentimes it can feel challenging to engage students with projects that might not feel relevant to their lives… If you are looking for a creative, useful, and technology-based classroom activity, then this blog post is for you! This Google Sites project entails an exciting activity that your students will not only enjoy learning about but […]
Today we are highlighting 65 successful entrepreneurs and CEOs, as well as 2 resources that can be used as effective classroom tools! These people have made powerful differences in their communities and around the world. Join us in recognizing some of the most inspiring people who have contributed to making the world a better place! […]
Mindset & Milestones is committed to entrepreneurship education that supports and encourages innovation in everyone! And we don't just want students to see examples of entrepreneurship in Mark Zuckerberg or Jeff Bezos, we also want students to see themselves in Beatrice Dixon, Melissa Butler, and so many other entrepreneurs that get so much less of the much-deserved spotlight. […]
With all of the trying things going on around us, it's so vital that we take time to reflect about what's next - even if it's just for a minute. One thing I've been reflecting on lately is the challenge of wanting to do good things in the world while owning a business that can […]
A Complete Guide To Starting Your Online Business Out of all the forms of entrepreneurship, nothing comes close to scalability and revenue potential as digital entrepreneurship does. Digital entrepreneurship means getting your business online to reach more customers, effectively helping your business scale with more than one market of revenue. If you’re a beginner looking […]
4 Ways to Grow Your Entrepreneurial Mindset When it comes to solving problems, these ideas and tasks usually take an entrepreneurial mindset to come up with valuable solutions. Having an entrepreneurial mindset allows anyone to look at problems as approachable and solvable challenges. It’s a perspective that allows you to exercise more agency over your […]
Now, more than ever, companies are hiring entrepreneurs to lead the design and creation of their new products. Inventions like the sticky note and the Super Soaker, both came from individuals using their company position to come up with innovative new ideas. And other companies have taken notice! Large companies like Microsoft and Meta routinely […]
Meet 2 of our terrific Mindset & Milestones Ambassadors, Michelle (left) and Sanya (right)! Michelle is a rising high school senior from New York City and Sanya is a rising high school junior from Cupertino, California. Read on to learn more about their hobbies, recent passions, and overall experiences with the program!
Meet 2 of our fantastic Mindset & Milestones Ambassadors, Siima (right) and Sandra (left)! Sandra is a rising high school sophomore from Flushing, New York and Siima is a rising high school senior from Leesburg, Virginia. Read on to learn more about their passions, recent pursuits, and experiences with the program so far!
Meet 2 of our amazing Mindset & Milestones Ambassadors, Vy (left) and Pauline (right)! Vy is a rising high school junior from Tacoma, Washington and Pauline is a rising high school junior from Portland, Oregon. Read on to learn more about their hobbies, recent interests, and progress during the program so far!
Meet 2 of our wonderful Mindset & Milestones Ambassadors, Arlene (right) and Eunice (left) ! Arlene is a rising high school senior from San Diego, California and Eunice is a rising high school junior from Irvine, California. Read on to learn more about their passions, recent interests, and experiences with the program so far!
Mindset & Milestones - Getting Started Our new blog, She's Getting Started, will share inspiring entrepreneurial stories and information with young women, parents, and teachers. Thanks for coming to check it out! At Mindset & Milestones, our mission is to prepare girls to succeed At Mindset & Milestones, our mission is to prepare girls to […]
Meet Lauren, the founder of Logos by Lauren! Learn about how she started her design company while in college and addressed a problem she could solve for small businesses! Lauren thank you so much for taking the time to talk with us! To start off... Tell us about you! First of all, I’m so excited […]
My parents used to tell me, “It doesn’t matter what you want to be. Even if it’s a garbage truck driver, be the best garage truck driver you can be.” Did this mean they wanted me to be a garbage truck driver? No. But even as a young girl, I understood that they were meant […]
Meet Jamika Martin, the Founder of ROSEN Skincare! (Interview) Learn about how Jamika Martin started her skincare company while in college and addressed a problem she experienced for years! Jamika thank you so much for your time! We really appreciate you being willing to share your story with us! So let's jump right in. I'm […]
Tyla-Simone Crayton is a 16 year old, CEO sensation! Her company Sienna Sauce has won awards, sold thousands of bottles, and serves as an inspiration to entrepreneurs everywhere. To add to her successes, she recently took home $10,000 in New Voices + Target Accelerators Pitch Competition! Her commitment to sales and service certainly make her […]
Meet Angela Zhang, the founder of ArtVocacy! Learn about her experience with starting her artivist organization while in high school. She combines her passion to raise awareness on important issues with uplifting young voices! Angela thank you so much for taking the time to talk with us! To start off.... Tell us about you! […]
Kaiya Dale is the 17 year old co-founder of Just Soapin! Learn more about her experience with starting her soap business while in high school and how her mom was able to support her in the process! Tell us a little bit about you 🙂 I’m 17, I go to GALA (Girls Academy Learning Achievement). […]
How Samaira Mehta, CEO of CoderBunnyz, Made Her Idea a Reality Samaira Mehta started coding at 6 years old. Now she’s the owner of CoderBunnyz, a board game that teaches kids all over the US how to learn computer programming. Saimara Mehta believes coding is the future and in this interview we go over how […]
Meet 19 year old Cassidy Murray! She is the director of Humanity Up, co-founder of Changemaker Odyssey, and co-founder of Kids Unite 4 Hope! Read on to learn more about her experience with her organizations and what she takes from the experiences! Tell us a little bit about you 🙂 I’m Cassidy Murray - […]
