Entrepreneur in Residence (Archived)

Today is my last day as the Entrepreneur-in-Residence and before I close up shop, I have one short final assignment for you, our aspiring and new entrepreneurs and readers. 

In 20 minutes or less, quickly jot down a Wish List of your Top 10 Mentors and why.   

If you'd like to share your wish list, you may either post them as a comment or email me at info@msbizwiz.com .   Meanwhile, here's mine for 2013: 

My Top 10 Mentors 

(not in any particular order of importance)

1.  Barnett Newman

Artist of “Vir Heroicus Sublimis” translated "Man, heroic and sublime" – United States 1905 – 1970

To express emotion on canvas with utmost precision, simplicity, and boldness

2.  Jack Dorsey

Web Developer, Entrepreneur and Co-founder, Twitter  - American

To innovate and create a cool concept in just 140 characters

3.  Tim Hetherington 1970 – 2011

Photojournalist, British

To capture brilliantly on camera truth and humanity

4.  Sheryl Sandberg

COO, Facebook – American

To encourage women to lead and succeed

5. Mellissa Fung

CBC TV Journalist – Canada

To possess the courage to survive hardship

6.  Hayao Miyazaki

Film director, animator, screenwriter, artist – Japanese

To see wonder in the world always

7.  Julia Child 1912 – 2004

Chef, Author, TV personality – American

To pursue the joy of food passionately

8.  The Dalai Lama

Spiritual Leader – Tibet

To laugh joyfully and often

9.  Nicole David

World Women’s No. 1 Squash Player – Malaysia

To lead by example on and off the court

10.  Lake Bell

Writer, Director, and Actor “In A World” – American

To have the talent to create the smartest, funniest film of the year

 Watch for January's Top 10 List on www.msbizwiz.com .

 Happy Holidays and all the best in 2014!