Hard Lessons I Learned on My Journey as an Entrepreneur
Small businesses are the lifeblood of the U.S. economy, and that role is only growing as new business…
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The Challenges of Rural Entrepreneurship and Some Solutions
Rural area constitutes 97% of America’s land mass, but it’s home to only one-fifth of the nation’s population,…
‘Lessons My Brothers Taught Me’: Building a Great Team
This excerpt from “Lessons My Brothers Taught Me” by Charles McCarrick highlights the importance of building a great…
6 Women Who Blazed the Trail for Female Entrepreneurs
March is a full month of female celebration, as the United States recognizes the significant role women have…
Want to Become a Digital Nomad-preneur? Avoid These Blunders
The dream of many office dwellers is to shed their winter coats and boots, grab a laptop and…
What Is Entrepreneurship and Can It Be Taught?
Excerpt from “The Art of Principled Entrepreneurship: How to Create Enduring Value” by Andreas Widmer (Matt Holt Publishing,…
Blo Blow Dry Bar CEO Shares Advice for Aspiring Female Business Leaders
Women have a history of creating and inspiring change – from writers to politicians to business leaders. And…
From Wall Street to Building a Restaurant Empire: 3 Tips for Mega-Entrepreneurship
As we embark on our professional careers, we all envision and strive for success within our respective industries.…
How 12 Successful Business Titans Set Themselves Apart From the Competition
Personally and professionally, it’s harder than ever to stand out and make yourself heard. These industry leaders and…
These Key Drivers Fuel Young Entrepreneurship
Almost everyone has had a turning point in their life that completely changes the trajectory of their career.…
Morning Routines from 10 Successful Entrepreneurs
As a successful entrepreneur, what does your morning routine look like? What is your best tip for starting…
7 Lessons That Helped Me Succeed as a Second-Time Entrepreneur
I believed that my debut startup — an online fashion retail store — was slated for astounding success.…
The Stealth Mode Startup: What We Learned, What We’d Change and Why We Succeeded, Part 2
At Lumos, we raised $30 million in funding in 18 months. No one knew until they knew–and they…
From Stealth Mode to Success: Launching an Under-the-Radar Startup, Part 1
At Lumos, we raised $30 million in funding over a period of 18 months. And we didn’t say…
How To Be Among the 1 Percent of Startups That Succeed
When you launch a startup, the odds are stacked against you. Statistics show that your chances of making…
Entrepreneur Randal Charlton on How to Succeed as an Early-Stage Startup
On this episode of “Inside Michigan Business,” guest host John Gallagher talks with British-born entrepreneur Randal Charlton, the…
Overcoming Obstacles and Lessons Learned on My Way to Building a Dating Empire
Growing up in the late ’70s and ’80s, the word entrepreneur was not in my vocabulary (or most…
Common Small Business Challenges and How to Solve Them
Owning a small business is a dream for many. The freedom, creativity and potential for growth it brings…
Build the Damn Thing: The 4 Steps to Defining Your Idea
The following is an excerpt on leadership from “Build the Damn Thing: How to Start a Successful Business…
‘The Startup of You’: Why You Need to Embrace Your Free Agency
Excerpted from “The Startup of You (Revised and Updated)” by Reid Hoffman and Ben Casnocha. Copyright © 2012…