Why School Fails Entrepreneurs (And What Actually Works) | Corey George

About this episode

The episode discusses the shortcomings of traditional education for entrepreneurs and highlights essential business skills that are often overlooked.

Most entrepreneurs don’t fail because of bad ideas. They fail because they were never taught how business actually works. In this episode, Jeremy Ryan Slate sits down with Corrie George—an entrepreneur who built a $46M business from scratch—to break down the real reason most founders struggle… and what the education system gets completely wrong. You’ll learn: • Why traditional education trains people for the wrong side of business • The real difference between earning vs entitlement • Why sales is the most important skill you’re NOT being taught • How top performers stay “sold” when everyone else quits • The mindset shift that separates good vs elite entrepreneurs If you’re a CEO, founder, or building your personal brand—this episode will challenge how you think about business, money, and success. 🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations with top founders and operators. 🚀 Want to get featured on top podcasts

People in this episode

Host: Jeremy Ryan Slate

Guest: Corrie George

Topics covered

• entrepreneurship
• education system
• business skills
• sales
• mindset
• founders

Keywords

• entrepreneurship
• business education
• sales skills
• mindset shift
• founders
• success

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