This HBR Blog post “Does an Entrepreneur Need a College Degree?” caught my eye this morning.

I would argue that entrepreneurs display a high willingness to take risk, taking a different path for education is often one of those risks.  A failed start up is only a speed bump, a powerful learning method – most entrepreneurs will fail multiple times, it gives them thick skin and helps them do the right/smart thing vs. the usual/normal thing (and we often reward the unique and different, sometimes even w/ cash).

Wisdom is the ability to discern what you need from where.

There are great teachers at educational institutions (sometimes even great programs) – if schools can give you the practical knowledge, great – learn from them, it’s probably cheaper then failing and learning the hard way.  But if you are a thick skulled entrepreneur (it’s a compliment), then don’t worry about what others think and go make a difference in the world!

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