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This Entrepreneur Got a Lot of Insulting Advice When Starting Her Business. Here's How She Bounced Back. While searching for guidance through peers and networking events, Janice Omadeke was faced with "advice" that was rude and offensive.

By Jason Saltzman Edited by Dan Bova

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Janice Omadeke founded the organization The Mentor Method, which creates inclusive workplace cultures through mentoring diverse tech talent. While searching for guidance through peers and networking events, she was faced with "advice" that was rude and offensive. See how this entrepreneur bounced back and what she learned from her experiences.

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Jason Saltzman

Startup Mentor, Entrepreneur, CEO of Alley

Jason Saltzman is a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in sales and marketing. Through his roll as CEO of AlleyNYC and as a TechStars mentor, he advises hundreds of startups, offering real life practical application and creative marketing advice.  He is also considered a “must know” in the NYC entrepreneurial scene.  

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