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Entrepreneurship

From ideation to starting your own business, this section provides expert advice and solutions from entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources

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How to Keep Your Business Out of Bankruptcy
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | September 17, 2024

Proper budgeting and cash flow management can help protect your business from bankruptcy. Learn the steps you can take to avoid it.

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How to Take a Vacation as a Small-Business Owner
By Laura Spawn | September 17, 2024

Small business owners need vacations to help them achieve a healthy work-life balance. Here's how to keep your business running smoothly while you're away.

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Better Than Coffee: 10 Podcasts That Will Inspire Your Mornings
By Jamie Johnson | September 17, 2024

Here are the best podcasts that business owners should listen to for daily inspiration and entrepreneurial advice.

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8 Branches of Business Management
By Nicole Fallon | September 16, 2024

Business management helps a company function and achieve goals. Here's what you need to know about each of its eight main sectors.

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Starting an Advertising Agency
By Sean Peek | September 13, 2024

If you have a background in marketing and communications, an advertising agency could be a smart startup option. Here's what you need to know.

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Contingency Management Theory Explained
By Chad Brooks | September 13, 2024

Fred Fiedler's contingency theory says that there are many internal and external factors that can influence the optimum organizational structure.

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The Game of Pricing: How the Number 9 Affects Purchase Behavior
By Jennifer Dublino | September 13, 2024

Charm prices end in the number nine. Learn about charm vs. prestige pricing and how your ideal customer should dictate your pricing strategy.

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Managing Resources: ERP Industry Trends That Impact the Bottom Line
By Mark Fairlie | September 11, 2024

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) helps businesses drive quality by recording and storing real-time business performance data. Learn ERP trends to watch.

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What Is ERP Software and How Can It Increase Efficiency?
By Jamie Johnson | September 11, 2024

Find out how ERP software can help you efficiently manage the most important operations of your business.

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Do It for Me: The Next Evolution of the On-Demand Economy
By Jamie Johnson | September 11, 2024

Consumers want convenience, which often means they want someone to do something for them on demand. Learn how to take advantage of the DIFM movement.

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How to Manage Your Small Business Through a Crisis
By Mark Fairlie | September 05, 2024

Here's how you can navigate a crisis successfully and stay in business.

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8 Reasons Why the Cash-Only Model Doesn’t Work for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | September 05, 2024

Customers want payment options, making the cash-only model inconvenient. If your business doesn't accept credit cards, here are eight reasons you should.

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Discover the Unique Selling Proposition of Your Business
By Shane Barker | September 04, 2024

Without a unique selling proposition, you have nothing that distinguishes your company. Learn how to create an effective USP for your business.

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Elevating Expectations: 5 Ways Product Quality Affects Your Brand
By Sammi Caramela | September 03, 2024

Ensuring your products are high quality is crucial to your business's bottom line. Learn how to create products that meet user standards.

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4 Simple Steps to Valuing Your Small Business
By Russell Smith | September 03, 2024

Calculating your business's value accurately is crucial if you want to sell it or seek investors. Learn four steps for calculating your business valuation.

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Best Business Podcasts of 2024
By Skye Schooley | September 03, 2024

Podcasts are a great way for business owners and entrepreneurs to get business advice, learn about trends, and find inspiration. Check out our favorites.

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7 Smart Tips for Evaluating Your Outsourcing Partner
By Jennifer Dublino | August 29, 2024

Outsourcing part of your production process can boost efficiency, save money and help you focus. Learn seven tips for evaluating an outsourcing partner.

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Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | August 29, 2024

Military veterans seeking to transition to entrepreneurial ventures have a wealth of resources at their disposal. Learn how to access resources for vets.

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The Art of Words: How to Write the Perfect Mission Statement
By Sean Peek | August 27, 2024

Your mission statement should show your company's vision and describe how customers see your business. Here's how to create a mission statement that distinguishes you from competitors.

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Should Your Business Customize Its Products?
By Jamie Johnson | August 27, 2024

Customized and personalized products are becoming popular as companies gain more access to consumer data. Here is what your business needs to know.

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8 Keys to Upscaling Your Business
By Asim Rais Siddiqui | August 27, 2024

Upscaling your business is a risky decision, but you can minimize those risks with a sustainable business growth strategy. Find out the dos and don'ts here.

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11 Scams That Prey on Small Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | August 27, 2024

Scammers often target small and midsize businesses. Beware of these 10 business-related scams, and learn how to avoid cybercriminals and hackers.

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5 Ways to Make Your Business’s Computing Eco-Friendly
By Julie Thompson | August 26, 2024

Learn five ways to improve your bottom line and create a more sustainable business environment by using practices such as cloud-based computing.

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10 Proven Tips for Young Entrepreneurs to Start Off Strong
By Jennifer Dublino | August 23, 2024

Many people dream of starting their own company, but not all entrepreneurs are successful. Get a good start in your business-owning career with these tips.

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Never Giving Up: 9 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Failed at Least Once
By Sean Peek | August 21, 2024

Learn how some of the most successful entrepreneurs bounced back from rejection – and how you can too.

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The Management Theory of Peter Drucker: Key Terms
By Chad Brooks | August 21, 2024
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Management Theory of Henri Fayol
By Sean Peek | August 21, 2024

Learn how small businesses can use Henri Fayol's management theory to improve management and increase efficiency.

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How to Write a Company History
By Skye Schooley | August 19, 2024

A well-written company history on your website can do wonders in attracting customers to your brand. Here is how to write one.

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How to Run a Successful One-Person Business
By Bennett Conlin | August 15, 2024

You can create a successful, long-lasting one-person business, but you must overcome obstacles alone. Learn how to help your one-person business succeed.

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What Is Supply Chain Distribution?
By Max Freedman | July 09, 2024

Supply chain distribution is used to balance supply and demand. Learn more about the importance of having a distribution plan for your business.