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Entrepreneurship

Explore our entrepreneurship hub for expert advice, inspiring stories and tools for building and growing your business. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to scale, our range of content includes everything from business ideas to growth strategies to exit plans.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources

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Successful Entrepreneurs Who Failed at First — Lessons in Persistence
By Sean Peek | September 18, 2026
Gates, Huffington, Jobs, Rowling and even Edison were deemed failures at one point. Here’s how they bounced back from rejections and missteps.
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Why Are Small Businesses So Important? 10 Ways They Empower Communities
By Mark Fairlie | September 18, 2026
Becoming part of the neighborhood benefits everyone.
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Henri Fayol’s Administrative Management Theory Explained
By Sean Peek | September 18, 2026
Henri Fayol’s management theory can help you manage your staff productively.
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How to Learn From Your Failures: 4 Valuable Lessons
By Thomas Griffin | September 18, 2026
As an entrepreneur, you'll encounter failure. Here's how to maintain a healthy perspective.
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How to Structure a Stock Purchase Agreement (Template)
By Max Freedman | September 14, 2026
Learn how to outline the sale of company stock to buyers, and view a helpful template.
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Songs About Business: These Hit Tracks Have Hidden Lessons for Entrepreneurs
By Mike Berner | September 14, 2026
Get motivated with lyrics by artists ranging from Beyoncé to Frank Sinatra.
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Do It for Me: The Next Evolution of the On-Demand Economy
By Jamie Johnson | September 08, 2026
Learn how to take advantage of the emerging do-it-for-me (DIFM) movement.
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Can You Make a Profit and Be Socially Responsible?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 04, 2026
In this guide, we'll show you how to balance profit and social responsibility in the current economic landscape.
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7 Pain Points Entrepreneurs Should Expect and Embrace
By Sean Peek | September 04, 2026
Use these strategies to prepare for the challenges of entrepreneurship.
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Take Your Restaurant to the Next Level: 13 Tips for Busy Owners
By Mark Fairlie | August 05, 2026
Navigate today's competitive dining landscape with proven strategies to help your eatery grow and thrive.
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10 Tips for Young Entrepreneurs
By Jennifer Dublino | June 26, 2026
If you dream of being a successful entrepreneur, start preparing now.
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International Business Etiquette From Around the World
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | May 26, 2026
If you do business with companies in other countries, you must understand how business etiquette varies globally.
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Drunk on money? Why celebrities are investing in alcohol brands
By Nicole Fallon | March 31, 2026
More celebrities are investing in alcohol brands than ever before. Here's why.
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MLMs Are Preying on the Dream of Entrepreneurship
By Tom Anziano | March 30, 2026
Learn how to tell if you're dealing with a legitimate outfit or a predatory scam.
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Crazy Business Ideas That Were Surprisingly Successful
By Sean Peek | March 30, 2026
Discover how these seemingly “bad” ideas were actually genius – and how to tell which side of the fence your concept falls on.
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Retirement Funds for the Self-Employed: A Complete Guide
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 24, 2026
Business owners need to prepare for their retirement. Here are several saving options to consider.
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Young Entrepreneurs: 10 Inspiring Business Owners Under 40
By Sean Peek | March 20, 2026
Learn about business leaders under 40 who have built successful companies and are trailblazers for generations to come.
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Inspiration Revealed: 40 Top CEOs Share Their Secrets to Success
By Lauren Kubiak | March 02, 2026
Here are tips from CEOs on topics ranging from failure and success to building your business team to addressing the competition.
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How to Run a Successful One-Person Business
By Bennett Conlin | February 10, 2026
Going it alone is doable, but you’ll need support, the right idea and organizational skills.
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Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Technology Leads to New Opportunities
By Jamie Johnson | January 30, 2026
Dean Gallagher of Fresh Folio Design talks about the importance of technology in his business.
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Part of the Job: 10 Skills All Entrepreneurs Must Master
By Julie Thompson | January 22, 2026
Launching and maintaining a successful business venture requires specific skills and proficiencies.
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Roth IRA Self-Employed Guide: What to Know About Roth IRAs
By Jennifer Dublino | January 07, 2026
A Roth IRA is one of the most crucial retirement savings tools self-employed professionals need in their arsenal.
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Grants For Felons, SBA Programs & More Funding Options
By Sean Peek | January 06, 2026
These grants can help formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.
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How Businesses Can Support Other Local Small Businesses
By Jennifer Post | January 05, 2026
Consumers aren’t the only ones shopping locally these days. Learn how your small business can better support fellow small businesses in your area.
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Exit Stage: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
By Jane Meggitt | February 12, 2025
When? Why? How much? Here are all the basics for cashing out.
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Ruff and Tumble: How Zoom Room’s CEO Created a Planet Fitness for Dogs
By Tess Barker | February 04, 2025
Our full Q&A with Mark Van Wye
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Craveworthy Brands CEO Takes a Bite Out of High Fast-Food Prices [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | October 18, 2024
An interview with Gregg Majewski
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The Slinky Was Originally Designed for Navy Warships
By Ali Saleh | October 16, 2024
“A spring, a spring, a marvelous thing!”
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Robert Irvine’s Advice to Get Your Business Cooking
By Maya Afilalo | October 16, 2024
The Food Network host and Overcoming Impossible author shares his tips on scaling up with the right mindset.