Saturday, September 28, 2002
Minnesota is finding that a small segment of workers laid off from their jobs are interested in starting a business. The proportion is relatively small -- about 10% -- but it underscores an important point.
EDPros faced with major layoffs or a plant closing should make sure that worker adjustments include a screening for potential entrepreneurs. (This is not elaborate...all we only need to ask, "Are you interested in starting a business?") Once EDPros identify dislocated workers interested in starting a business, we can move these people into entrepreneurship networks. The authors of the rport estimate that workers involved in mass layoffs in Minnesota have started more than 400 businesses. Download the report. Go
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Some Background on EDPro Weblog
The purpose of this weblog is to help economic development professionals -- EDPros -- keep up with the changes sweeping our profession. Strap on your goggles. It's a whole new game. There are no experts any more. The only place to learn about economic development is from other EDPros who are doing it.
One other point: the prevaling approach (paradigm, if you like) in economic development is shifting from competition to collaboration. There are a lot of reaasons underlying this shift, but here's the important insight: You, your community, and your region will do better by collaborating and sharing information.
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Speaking and workshops on Open Source Economic Development
As the idea of Open Source Economic Development starts spreading, more people are asking about it. Visit the I-Open web site to learn more. My colleagues and I are happy to explain the basic concepts in a talk or a workshop. E-mail Susan Alshuler if you'd like to learn more about workshops and speaking.
Background on Ed Morrison
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Minnesota's new entrepreneurs
