Alec Sears
6 posts
Alec Sears graduated from Brigham Young University in public relations and business management. He is a digital marketing expert and has written for Venture Beat, Capterra, Lucidpress and Business.org, among others.
4 Ways Your Startup Can Land a Sponsorship Deal
If you’re like most entrepreneurs, independence is both your greatest strength and greatest weakness. Asking for help can seem unwise when the stakes are high. And things only get more complicated if you’re asking for...
May 20, 2019
5 Things to Know and Learn Before Starting a Franchise
You’ve probably heard the statistic that people love to throw around: that 95 percent of franchises are successful. This myth has been promulgated for so long that it has directly caused one of the biggest...
July 31, 2018
5 Public Relations Tools That Every Entrepreneur Needs
Public relations isn’t what it once was; now that nearly anyone can uncover and share information online, it’s much harder to control the narrative around your brand. And that’s on top of all the other...
April 26, 2018
7 Ways Blockchain Technology Can Help You Start Your Business
Cryptocurrency remains a hot commodity in 2018, especially as investors continue to back these digital coins or tokens. However, 2018 may evidence a shift toward the technology undergirding cryptocurrencies with blockchain. Blockchain technology holds untapped...
March 31, 2018
5 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is the bold new frontier in business and entrepreneurship, and all signs point to an even bolder future for the burgeoning technology. Applications for AI in business are nearly boundless, and new uses...
February 22, 2018
4 Common Challenges to Starting a Side Hustle
Having a side hustle is a great way to increase your income, and it can produce enormous benefits when balanced with your main job. Depending on what your side hustle is, it may allow you to...
January 3, 2018