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Built on Purpose: An Interactive Lab for Entrepreneurs
2026-10-07 12:00:00
2026-10-07 13:30:00
America/New_York
Built on Purpose: An Interactive Lab for Entrepreneurs
Traditional 9–5 models rarely fit how we think or live, and business ownership isn’t a cure‑all. Join Nicole Kurtz of Aducate for an honest, low‑pressure lab with hands‑on reflection and clarity.
Main Library - Meeting Room 2AB
Wednesday, October 07
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
Meeting Room 2ABTraditional 9–5 models rarely fit how we think or live, and business ownership isn’t a cure‑all. Join Nicole Kurtz of Aducate for an honest, low‑pressure lab with hands‑on reflection and clarity.
Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9020.
This 90-minute session is for anyone thinking about starting a business, currently running one, or just weighing what's next. No business plan or experience is required.
- Exercise 1: The Tower Always Tells the Truth — a physical, in-the-moment look at what you're carrying and what your foundation is actually built on
- Exercise 2: Your One True Sentence — surface a personal mission statement that applies to more than just your business (many participants find it shapes how they show up in job interviews, side projects, and beyond)
- Exercise 3: Trust the Route You Took — chart where you've been, where you are now, and what's next; take-home materials included so the reflection continues after the session
- Facilitated by Nicole Kurtz, founder of Aducate, a business strategy practice in Akron that helps entrepreneurs untangle identity from outcome to make clearer decisions about their work
Learn more by visiting aducatedigital.com
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Business & Personal Finance |
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