Two great TEDx talks for Entrepreneurs

TEDx talks are a great way for entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders to build their speaker profile and to spread their great ideas. Two recent TEDx talks, by thought leaders Dorie Clark and Ron Carucci, are inspiring presentations for anyone in a leadership position - from startup solopreneurs to Fortune 500 CEOs.

1) What is power? Who gets to have it? Leadership researcher and author Ron Carucci speaks at TEDxSnoIsleLibraries about how to be more powerful than powerless. An important talk for us all, especially in today's world.

2) How do you future-proof your career? Author, professor, and thought-leader Dorie Clark speaks at TEDxLugano about the importance of diversifying your income streams.

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