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Building a Business

I Bought a Business That Was Making $5,000 a Month. Then I Used This 2-Step Process to Hit $100,000 Monthly in Under 2 Years.

Justin Ducharme emailed business brokers to find the right fit, then bought his first company in 2023.

By Amanda Breen

Business Plan

How I Turned a Failing Business Into a $1 Million Powerhouse in Just 6 Months

By Sarah Choudhary

Entrepreneurs

I Thought I Was a Present Dad — Then Two Moments Changed My Perspective on Work-Life Balance

By Scott Deming

Building a Business

I Turned My Passion Into a Multi-Million Dollar Business — These 4 Hacks Helped Keep My Joy Alive

By Greg Smith

Thought Leaders

Jack Ma Overcame Failure and Became a Billionaire By Harnessing This Trait — Do You Have It, Too?

Jack Ma, cofounder of Alibaba, started with no connections, no money and repeated failures. His ability to embrace rejection, think differently and persist against all odds makes him one of the most influential business leaders of our time.

By Wilson Luna

Thought Leaders

Perfection Requires Time — And Time Kills All Deals. Stop Trying to Be Perfect.

If you want your business to be successful in achieving its goals, you should never be shooting for perfect solutions, as perfection takes time and is the enemy of progress. You need to keep your business moving at "light speed" with a culture where "good enough" is perfectly acceptable if it helps you win the race.

By George Deeb

Building a Business

This Founder Turned Down a Tempting Deal. His Company Now Operates Across 3 Continents: ‘If Your Success Costs You Your Values, It’s Not Worth It.’

Vijay Cherukuri, CEO of Infolob Global, was offered a sweetheart deal, but the sacrifice wasn't worth it.

By Entrepreneur Staff

Building a Business

I’ve Interviewed Over 100 Entrepreneurs Who Started Businesses Worth $1 Million to $1 Billion or More. Here’s Some of Their Best Advice.

From Richard Branson to Martha Stewart and beyond, these founders reveal what it takes to build and lead successful companies.

By Amanda Breen

Business Plan

How Entrepreneurs Can Thrive Through the 5 Stages of Business Growth

Growth isn't linear — each stage requires new strategies and leadership evolution.

By Daniel Marcos

Building a Business

How This Boutique Sports Agency Is Beating Billion-Dollar Giants at Their Own Game

Zac Hiller of LAA Sports and Entertainment shares his experience as a young founder in an industry of established giants.

By Leo Zevin

Thought Leaders

From Barista to CEO: A Conversation With Smashburger’s Leader on Her Inspiring Journey, How She’s Transforming the Brand and Her Vision for the Future

Denise Nelsen, CEO of Smashburger, reflects on her journey from Starbucks barista to the leader of one of the most popular brands in the fast-casual dining industry, reveals the exciting changes being implemented at the company and offers advice for aspiring executives.

By William Salvi

Human Resources

What Every Business Leader Can Learn From Dutch Bros’ People-First Culture

The coffee chain is turning employees into owners of the customer experience.

By Tripp Westbrook

Thought Leaders

5 Founder-CEOs Come Together to Discuss the Realities of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and What It Takes to Succeed

In the first episode of The CEO Roundtable, five successful founder-CEOs have a candid conversation about their journeys, the struggles they have faced and what they've learned along the way.

By William Salvi

Thought Leaders

Travel Smarter, Lead Better — How to Use Travel to Boost Your Leadership IQ

For leaders, business travel can be an opportunity to connect with employees, build key relationships and solve urgent problems — if they approach it properly.

By Craig Mullaney

Entrepreneurs

You Won’t Stop Procrastinating Until You Follow These Productivity 5 Habits

Here's how you can build productivity by setting realistic expectations, over-delivering when possible and embracing a positive mindset.

By Roxanne Klein

Building a Business

NBA Star Jaylen Brown Turned Down $50 Million Worth of Deals to Start His New Business — And He Got the Idea From Kobe Bryant

The NBA Finals MVP sat down to talk business with Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor for a new series called 'The Playbook,' by Entrepreneur and Sports Illustrated.

By Jason Feifer

Human Resources

This One Habit is a Productivity Killer — And You Can Get Rid of It in Under 5 Minutes

Notifications are productivity vampires — silence them to reclaim your focus and momentum.

By Artis Rozentals

Marketing

How I Found My Voice and Built a Life as an Entrepreneur — in 3 Acts

I want to share my journey as an entrepreneur and what led to me starting my own company.

By Sunny Dublick

Thought Leaders

Business Doesn’t Need to be Cutthroat — Embrace This Mindset and Watch Your Business Thrive

When it comes to business, are you ruthless like a wolf or nurturing like water? Consider embracing the "way of water" to achieve more sustainable results.

By Diane Wang

Thought Leaders

He Raced at 330 MPH Before Taking Over the Family Business — Here’s What Being in the Driver’s Seat Taught Him About Leadership

Morgan Lucas, former professional drag racer, talks about getting behind the wheel of Lucas Oil as its new CEO.

By Dan Bova

Buying a Franchise

4 Ways to Deliver an Authentic Franchise Brand Experience in a Brick & Mortar Space

Here are several scalable best practices for bringing your brand to life in a messy, imperfect world.

By Derrick Ableman, CFE

Entrepreneurs

The Surprising Habit That All Successful People Share — And How It Changed My Perspective

If you're "stuck," simply taking action isn't enough — follow this advice to increase your chances of success.

By Dan S. Kennedy

Building a Business

Why Doing the Right Thing Leads to Long-Term Success

Simplicity, authenticity, and excellence are the keys to sustainable business success.

By Anne Marshall

Thought Leaders

9 Steps to Success When Choosing An Influencer for Your Marketing Campaign

Influence is today's word of mouth. That means companies need to begin embracing influencers, exploring their unique ability to build trust, expand reach and foster authentic connections.

By Cara Sloman

Thought Leaders

5 Traits Olympians and Successful Founders Have in Common

We may not all be Olympians, but with the right support and mindset, it's possible for all of us to achieve greatness.

By Frederick Royall III

Thought Leaders

Want to Succeed as an Entrepreneur? Foster These Mindsets And You Will

Reframe confidence, find mentors and fight the impulse to do it alone to achieve your greatest success.

By Magdalena Nowicka Mook

Building a Business

3 Ways to Get Out of the Way of Your Business’s Success

You may want to exit your business one day. Focusing on your business's value can make that exit successful.

By Scott Snider

Human Resources

The Critical First 100 Days of Onboarding — What You’re Likely Overlooking That Could Make or Break Your New Hire

After a new employee starts, the true "getting-to-know-you" period begins. It's crucial for both the employer and employee to make a positive impression during the first few months, as it will determine who remains with the company and who doesn't.

By George Deeb

Building a Business

Embrace Being ‘The Only’ in the Room — 3 Strategies Successful Founders Use to Grow Their Companies

I've helped many founders grow and scale their companies, and I've noticed that top business leaders often make a few key decisions early on.

By Frederick Royall III

Building a Business

This Leader Shares How Curb Is Innovating Urban Mobility

Vishal Dhawan, chief product and technology officer at Curb, is using technology and product development to help transform the taxi industry.

By Robert Tuchman