August, 2019
Over-Promising is the Worst Mistake an Entrepreneur Can Make
Nothing will underwhelm clients and customers more than under-delivering. August 9, 2019 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In the shipping industry, expectations are often based on externalities. As a business owner, I can’t guarantee USPS or FedEx will get a package to someone on time. They [...]
4 Security Tips To Help Your Business Grow
Technology is the key to making sure no one unlocks your doors or data. August 9, 2019 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The world of corporate security is a dangerous place. Small businesses in particular can find themselves on the back foot very quickly, especially when arrayed against criminals [...]
5 Things You Should Know Before Starting Up Your Cannabusiness
The road to success can be long and bumpy, but these tips will help you be better equipped for the journey. August 9, 2019 4 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When entrepreneurs approach me for advice on getting into the cannabis business, the first question I ask is, “Who are you trying to help?” [...]
4 Keys to Working for Free
How to gain exposure without being exposed. August 8, 2019 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As entrepreneurs, we’ve all been asked at one point if we will provide our services free of charge. This usually comes at the request of a nonprofit organization or another entrepreneur in the name of [...]
What You Need to Know About Cannabis Incubators
Need help growing your cannabis startup? A new crop of incubators are here to help…for a cost. Here’s what to know. August 8, 2019 5 min read This story appears in the August 2019 issue of Green Entrepreneur. Subscribe » Unless you’re a wealthy business genius who fully understands every aspect of the cannabis industry, you [...]
5 Tips for Expanding Your Small Business (The Right Way)
The best path to growth can be learning from others’ missteps. August 8, 2019 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Many small-business owners want to grow their companies, and they want to do it fast. But if you rush into expandsion without a plan, you risk losing everything you’ve worked so [...]
6 Ways to Find Clients Online and Offline
As you grow your business, the job of finding clients and trying to convert them to long-term work will remain one of your top responsibilities. Here are six sources to try. August 8, 2019 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The following excerpt is from Laura Pennington Briggs’ book Start Your Own [...]
How to Make an Impact At Your New Job
Several simple steps to be the best from day one. August 7, 2019 4 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. So, you’ve got a new job. Congratulations! You passed the tests and interviews, survived the nerve-wracking wait for your phone to ring and are ready to start your first day and prove that [...]
Create the Perfect Pitch Deck Without Hiring a Designer
Create pitch decks that wow for less than $30. August 7, 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 sale from our commerce partners. Everyone knows first impressions [...]
Turn Negativity Into Positivity With These Communication Strategies
Word choices can make all the difference when dealing with conflict. August 6, 2019 2 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Jack Canfield explains how to react and deal with a challenging person. You can use three “A” tactics to rise above [...]