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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

E-commerce Evolution: Trends and Insights from Industry Leaders

E-commerce Evolution: Trends and Insights from Industry Leaders

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

Few arenas have transformed as dramatically as e-commerce. From its humble beginnings as a novel way to buy and sell goods online, it has swiftlygro ...

Expert Insights on SEO Strategies From Industry Leaders

Expert Insights on SEO Strategies From Industry Leaders

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

Mastering the art of search engine optimization (SEO) is crucial for any business aspiring to thrive online. To uncover the secrets behindsuccessful ...

Expert Insights on Web Design

Expert Insights on Web Design

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

In the digital realm, web design is the virtual handshake, the digital storefront, and the silent brand ambassador, all rolled into onepixel-perfect ...

The Importance of Continuous Learning and Adaptation in Business

The Importance of Continuous Learning and Adaptation in Business

Carolyn Young

Published on July 30, 2024

Nowadays, when the business landscape is evolving on a daily basis, the ability to continuously learn and adapt is not just an advantage —it’ ...

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 ...