February, 2019
16 Tips to Succeed With Organic PR Outreach
Know what reporters pay attention to. February 14, 2019 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Recently, business consulting firm Frost & Sullivan nominated one of our clients for their award of excellence. Interestingly, they called the PR company instead of the client, which shows there was a [...]
Business Plans: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide to writing a business plan will outline the most important parts and what should be included in an effective plan. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A business plan is a written description of your business’s future, a document that tells what you plan to do and how you plan to do it. If you [...]
8 Great Ways to Make Money Without a Degree
February 13, 2019 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, only 46 percent of college students actually finish their degrees. Research also shows that college graduates ages 25 to 32 earn $17,500 more annually than their [...]
A Childhood Memory Helped This Founder Find Her Passion
Marissa Louie, CEO of stuffed animal company Animoodles, found her path thanks to a cherished toy that belonged to her late sister. February 13, 2019 3 min read This story appears in the January 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » My younger sister, Lauren, and her boyfriend, Leonard, were college students with bright futures ahead [...]
This CEO Says That Second-Guessing Your Business Is Natural
The big decision for this Canadian start-up to pivot was the result of eight years of decision-making. February 13, 2019 2 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner, Mars Discovery District talks with Ben Zifkin, the CEO and Founder of Hubba. The company talks [...]
5 Unmistakeable Benefits of Being a Solo Entrepreneur
Going at it alone might be the best fit for your goals and personality. February 12, 2019 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. One of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make when starting a business is whether to go it alone or to find a partner. Creating a partnership can be a great move if you [...]
Learn Expert Strategies to Increase Your Client Network for Less Than $20
A loyal clientele doesn’t normally come easy, but author Michael Port’s system makes building one a cinch. February 12, 2019 2 min read Disclosure: Our goal is to feature products and services that we think you’ll find interesting and useful. If you purchase them, Entrepreneur may get a small share of the revenue from [...]
The Complete, 12-Step Guide to Starting a Business
Everything you need to know about how to start a business. There are no limits on who can become a great entrepreneur. You don’t necessarily need a college degree, a bunch of money in the bank or even business experience to start something that could become the next major success. However, you do need a strong plan and the drive to [...]
10 Inspirational Quotes to Keep You Going Through Hard Times
Post them on your wall for when you need a pick-me-up. February 11, 2019 2 min read Entrepreneurship is hard — and sometimes when we’re feeling low, a few powerful words can have a mighty impact. That’s why I keep a pile of blank notebooks on my desk. Whenever I’m talking to an entrepreneur and hear an important [...]
This Protein Drink Entrepreneur Was Able to Raise $8 Million — After Moving Across the Country
Iconic Protein’s Billy Bosch hit a wall a few years after launching the brand, so he packed up and headed west. February 11, 2019 3 min read How far are you willing to go for your business? For Billy Bosch, the answer was across the country. The founder of Iconic Protein, a maker of drinks and powders founded in 2013, had some good [...]