Key Points
Dr. Glenn Laman is a Jamaican immigrant who has lived in the United States for over 40 years. He is a successful entrepreneur, author, and educator. He is also a board member of several organizations that help Jamaican immigrants in the United States.
The thing about entrepreneurs is that entrepreneurs are people who don't dwell on the problems that they see.
In other words, if you look around there's always a lot of problems, and a lot of people will always say, "well you can't do anything because that won't work or they won't let you do this," or whatever, but the entrepreneur will see an opportunity.
Jamaicans are culturally entrepreneurial
Jamaicans have a strong entrepreneurial spirit, which is evident in their high rates of business ownership and success. This is due in part to their cultural values, which emphasize hard work, innovation, and risk-taking.
The importance of education
The speaker emphasizes the importance of education, even if it is not traditional academic education. He believes that education can help people develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful entrepreneurs.
The power of perseverance
The speaker stresses the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. He believes that even if people face setbacks, they should not give up on their dreams.
The importance of giving back
The speaker believes that it is important for successful people to give back to their communities. He is a board member of several organizations that help Jamaican immigrants in the United States.