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10 Common Traits of an Entrepreneur
Many people dream of being an entrepreneur. They envision their business as majorly successful; allowing them to make…
Former NFL Player Rick Elmore on What Aspiring Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Professional Sports
Success is not something that is delivered on your doorstep; it’s something you have to constantly chase after.…
5 Profitable Side Hustle Ideas You Can Start Today
Are you looking for a way to bring in extra income with a side hustle? If so, you’re…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Detroit Startups Celebrate Valuations Well into the Billions (Episode 208)
Earlier this week, Rochester, Michigan-based OneStream Software announced that it closed on $200 million in new capital that…
Here’s Why a Solid Business Plan is Your Best Safety Net as an Entrepreneur
The pandemic’s effect on business has been staggering: In 2020, 163,000 businesses closed on Yelp during the first…
Impostor Syndrome: How to Recognize the Voice of the Impostor (and What to Do About It)
Have you ever felt like you didn’t really measure up to the assumptions that others have made about…
PetPlate Founder Discusses Navigating the Messy Middle in Business
Building and scaling a business isn’t easy, and reality quickly settles in after the initial excitement of launching…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Coffee Consumption is Booming During the Pandemic (Episode 204)
The pandemic has changed consumer habits in a number of ways, including what we drink and even how…
Why Startups Fail: A Harvard Business School Professor’s Letter to a First-Time Founder
The following is excerpted from the book “Why Startups Fail” by Tom Eisenmann. Copyright © 2021 by Tom Eisenmann.…
Tune in to the Business of Music on StartupNation Radio
On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff chats with three entrepreneurs working to make a huge difference in…
The Midwest’s Top Female Founders to Watch in 2021
“We always say unapologetically: we’re here to win, we’re here to win big, and our opportunity is big.”…
How to Overcome the Self-Sabotage of Self-Doubt
The following is excerpted from “Seize the Yay.” Copyright 2021. Reprinted with permission from Murdoch Books, an imprint…
Top Ann Arbor Startups and Tech Companies to Watch in 2021
Ann Arbor is perfectly positioned to be one of the best cities for tech jobs. Not just in the…
The Entrepreneur’s Paradox: The One Letter That Changes Fear into Power
The following is excerpted from “The Entrepreneur’s Paradox“ by Curtis Morley (Mango Publishing, March 16, 2021). Language is one…
‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 19: A Conversation with Major General Darren L. Werner
Major General Darren L. Werner has not only achieved the rank of General in the U.S Army Tank-automotive…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Entrepreneurial Success by Age Demographics (Episode 184)
On this morning’s edition of the WJR Business Beat, Jeff chats with Guy Gordon about the average age…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Positive Economic News (Episode 183)
To kickstart your week on a positive note, Jeff shares uplifting news about the drop in unemployment claims,…
‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 18: A Conversation with Randall Buchman
On this new episode of “Everything Borrowed,” Andrew welcomes Randall Buchman. Founder and CEO of Emerald Growth Partners,…
How to Identify Your Core Values and Align Them with Your Business Model
As an entrepreneur, it’s crucial that your business model and your personal core values are aligned in order…
StartupNation Radio: Tom Berman of Nano Magic on Acquiring a Business
Welcome to another edition of StarutpNation Radio! On today’s show, Jeff welcomes Tom Berman, president and CEO of…