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Refugees are some of America’s most successful entrepreneurs. Here are the 3 mental models born out of hardship that help them thrive

May 01, 2023

Refugees exemplify that tragedy may not be eluded, yet strength is sourced from resilience and adaptation. By accepting change openly, many refugees remain steadfast despite enormous obstacles. In fact, according to a report by the Center for Global Development, refugees in the U.S. are more likely to find employment compared to other immigrants in the country or even native workers, eventually earning 20% more than their counterparts on average.