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Computer generated word clouds depicting actual ISP Panelist discussion. Green shows positive sentiment and red shows negative sentiment.
Word Clouds Yielded from ISP Text Analytics Reveal Key
Indicators, Blind Spots & Red Flags for: STAR candidates
TOP PERFORMER STARS
BOTTOM PERFORMER STARS
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Strong leadership attributes
and being "innovative"
more commonly cited as key
differentiators
Successful entrepreneurs
are considered to have high
ecosystem impact potential–
especially brand recognition in
new Endeavor affiliates
Important for company to have
strong, scalable business model
Ability to grow companies beyond
the founder is key; often these are
one man/woman shows
Watch out for companies that
may have trouble growing, due
to unattractive market and/or
founders that are "artists" that
shy away from business decisions
ENTREPRENEUR
COMPANY
KEY INDICATORS,
BLIND SPOTS,
& RED FLAGS
