Brad Keywell @ Chicago Ideas Week Photography by: Robert X. Fogarty @ Dear World

This week’s Video of the Week: “Powerful Potential” given by Brad Keywell & Eric Lefkofsky.

Inspired to act entrepreneur-style? Here are 5 ways to help start up your start-up:

1. Get involved in the Chicago start-up scene by attending events at 1871 – where digital startups get their start. 1871 offers affordable co-working space for entrepreneurs in order to share ideas, build businesses and change the world. Food and drink often provided!
2. Ever wondered what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Get your start at Startup Weekend: a global grassroots movement of active and empowered entrepreneurs who are learning the basics of founding startups and launching successful ventures.
3. Stay on top of digital and social trends! Sites like Mashable, Technori and Fast Company have great blog insights on what’s next in the digital and tech space.
4. Learn from 100+ speakers and 50+ leading Chicago investors during TechWeek on June 27-29. Tickets on sale now!
5. Don’t underestimate the power of “personal branding” and networking to help advance your business ventures. Attend Dabble class “You’re Cooler Than You Give Yourself Credit: Keys To Personal Branding Success” to push yourself to the next level!