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Carolyn Young

Carolyn Young

Carolyn Young

Expertise

Entrepreneurship education, business management, business strategy

Currently

Senior Business Writer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, The Ohio State University

Carolyn Young has over 25 years of experience in business in various roles, including bank management, marketing management, and business education.

She has written business plans for companies with complex products and business models, including a technology company that built a search engine optimization tool, a biotechnology company, and an online marketplace. She has helped several startup companies get off the ground.

She is the author of several entrepreneurship textbooks, and she created related entrepreneurship curriculum that has been taught in universities internationally. Titles include Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, and Lean Accelerator. The textbooks were part of an online learning platform designed for high school and college students. She was the Direct of Product Development for the company, Venture Highway, that launched the platform.

Carolyn also has expertise in financial business writing, with numerous financial whitepapers under her belt, as well as a technical manual for Chief Financial Officers.

She has been a freelance business writer for over ten years and has a bachelor’s degree in Finance from The Ohio State University. She is also the author of a novel, The Perfect View.

Carolyn has been featured in many online publications. Some of them include:

Recent articles

The Role of Ethics in Business Decision-Making

The Role of Ethics in Business Decision-Making

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

When profit margins and market dominance often take center stage, the significance of ethics can sometimes be overshadowed. Yet, behind everysuccess ...

Emerging Trends in Consumer Behavior and Business Response

Emerging Trends in Consumer Behavior and Business Response

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

As we venture further into the digital age, the intersection of technology, societal shifts, and economic dynamics continue to reshape how consumers ...

The Impact of Social Media on Business Growth

The Impact of Social Media on Business Growth

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

As entrepreneurs navigate the digital realm, harnessing the power of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok has become paramount forfoste ...

Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Talent in Small Businesses

Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Talent in Small Businesses

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

As entrepreneurs strive to build dynamic teams capable of driving growth and innovation, implementing effective strategies becomes essential.Drawing ...

Overcoming Common Challenges Faced by New Entrepreneurs

Overcoming Common Challenges Faced by New Entrepreneurs

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

The path to success is riddled withobstacles. For new entrepreneurs, the thrill of pursuing their passion and realizing their dreams is oftenacc ...

How Shira Yevin Is Empowering Women in Music with Gritty In Pink

How Shira Yevin Is Empowering Women in Music with Gritty In Pink

Carolyn Young

Published on June 21, 2024

In this interview, we delve into the inspiring journey of Shira Yevin, founder and CEO of Gritty In Pink and the INPINK marketplace and frontwomanof ...

Effective Time Management Techniques for Entrepreneurs

Effective Time Management Techniques for Entrepreneurs

Carolyn Young

Published on June 18, 2024

Time is one of the most precious commodities for any entrepreneur. You might find yourself buried under endless to-do lists and juggling an array of ...

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Business Innovation

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Business Innovation

Carolyn Young

Published on June 18, 2024

In business, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a necessity for survival and growth. Among the myriad tools driving this innovationf ...

How Jenni Jo Became Portland’s Massage Maven

How Jenni Jo Became Portland’s Massage Maven

Carolyn Young

Published on June 13, 2024

Since launching her massage therapy business in 2003, Jenni Jo has become a prominent figure in the wellness community of Portland. Her uniqueapproa ...