passion Archives

5 Founders Share the One Piece of Advice They Wish They Knew Before Launching a Business

Becoming an entrepreneur comes with its fair share of unknowns. Taking the leap alone is a daunting feat. Along the way, there will be plenty of lessons learned and aha moments; some of which you...

byStartupNation

August 29, 2022

Why Being True to Yourself is a Winning Strategy According to 9 Wildly Successful Entrepreneurs

In business and in life, we face outside pressure to conform every day, so it's not always easy to stay true to yourself. But for these successful entrepreneurs and Advisors in The Oracles, being unique is...

byThe Oracles

March 26, 2022

4 Entrepreneurs Share How Passion Led Them to Travel Business on StartupNation Radio

On today's travel-themed episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff talks to KT Maviglia-Morgan and Jordan Morgan of On Arrival - The Traveler’s Podcast, Sally Bunnell of NaviSavi and Andrea Schubiner of Wanderful Journeys. StartupNation exclusive discounts...

byStartupNation

June 26, 2021

How to Pitch Like a Shark Tank Winner

During my 20 years in the window industry, I’ve dealt with countless and constant complaints from my customers about the inherent problems with traditional window screens. I was beginning to feel more like a screen...

byJoe Altieri

November 16, 2020

Eat Clean Bro Founder Says This Concept is the Key to Success in Entrepreneurship

As an entrepreneur, I am frequently confronted by people who see success in different ways. But, true success and happiness comes from within. Understanding what you want out of life and what makes you happy...

byJamie Giovinazzo

November 10, 2020

Seth Godin Talks Creativity and How to Find Your Passion

In his newest book, “The Practice: Shipping Creative Work,” author and entrepreneur Seth Godin provides the roadmap for all creative people seeking to implement change in the world through their work. “The Practice” is a little...

bySeth Godin

November 3, 2020

5 Step Process for Turning a Hobby Into a Side Hustle

Many successful entrepreneurs started by taking a hobby and turning it into a side hustle. That side hustle can eventually turn into a bona fide business. But where do you even start? StartupNation exclusive discounts...

byLaura Guillaume

October 7, 2020

10 Valuable Lessons Every Entrepreneur Must Learn

When it comes to starting a business, there is no way to be completely prepared as you embark on your journey. Several of the most important lessons you learn will come through experience, trial and...

byBrian Larsen

February 19, 2020

Meet Melody Godfred: The Entrepreneur and Philosopher Behind the Self Love Pinky Ring

Creating a company with purpose and passion that clearly speaks to its customers is many founders' goal. The ability to carry that message and entrench it into every element of your brand and business decision-making...

byCynthia Johnson

February 14, 2020

Former NFL Player Kamerion Wimbley Tackles Entrepreneurship Post-Football Career

If you watched NFL football any time from 2006 through 2014, you've likely heard the name Kamerion Wimbley. Wimbley was a nine-year NFL veteran who played for the Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders and Tennessee Titans....

byRyan O'Bleness

February 2, 2020

11 Simple Steps for Building Habits That Guarantee Success

Whether your goal is to run a multimillion-dollar business or get in shape, your habits can make or break your success. No matter how talented you are, unless you leverage the power of habit to...

byThe Oracles

November 8, 2019

Making the Entrepreneurial Leap: The Wins, the Woes and Everything in Between

Starting your own business can sometimes seem like an unachievable pipe dream; something that will forever remain in the back of your mind as you struggle through a day job that you don’t enjoy. And...

byForrest Shinners

June 10, 2019

How Do You Create a Digital Strategy to Reflect and Grow Your Personal Brand?

The following is excerpted from “Being You: How to Build Your Personal Brand and Confidence” by Maggie Eyre ©2019 and reproduced with permission from Exisle Publishing. When I first set up my business, the biggest mistake...

byMaggie Eyre

June 4, 2019

How to Turn Your Passion Into a Successful Business

Mark Twain once said, “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” However, over 87 percent of America’s workforce is unable to reach their full...

byKevin MacCauley

May 19, 2019

Passion-Driven Business: Zach Berg and Matt Damman

StartupNation Radio is brought to you by Pappas Financial On this episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff chats with two entrepreneurs whose passions led them to business creation (and re-creation). First up, StartupNation's CEO and co-founder...

byStartupNation

May 6, 2019

4 Ways to Take Your Passion Project to the Next Level

What does success mean to you? Sitting down and honestly thinking about the answer to this question will help you know when it’s time to take your side hustle or freelance project to the next...

byDanny White

April 26, 2019

How This Entrepreneur Produced Passive Income With Her Business

Amy McCord Jones has flowers on her mind throughout all four seasons. The founder of Flower Moxie, an online business that sells flowers to DIY brides nationwide, is committed to helping DIY-ers create gorgeous florals...

byNav

April 17, 2019

The Truth About Turning Your Passion Into a Successful Business

By age 13, I had developed a passion for programming, which lead me on a professional roller coaster ride. Eventually, I became the first corporate director of e-business at Cummins and a partner as well...

byBrian Rowe

March 11, 2019

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Business

When I launched my business 35 years ago, I had a strong business idea and motivation to work for myself. I also had so many external challenges and worries facing me from the get-go. Could...

byBrian Winch

February 27, 2019

Be Your Own Boss: I Started a Business and Here’s How You Can, Too

The prospect of starting your own business venture can procure all kinds of doubts: How will I get it off the ground? Is my idea good enough? Will people care about it? What happens if...

byZach Benson

February 13, 2019