For many people, starting their own business is part of the American Dream. But, it's not without its challenges. There are approximately 27 million entrepreneurs in the United States alone and that number is expected to grow. Rapidly. That means it's even more important to stand out from the crowd. With 30 percent of...
Personality Plus: 10 Essential Characteristics of a Successful Entrepreneur
Being an entrepreneur is more desirable than ever. It's an exciting yet cutthroat world. You get to work hard — for your vision, your creative product, your unique service. Do you have what it takes to make it? Can you identify the key characteristics of a successful entrepreneur? Can you embody them? If you've...
7 Reasons Why Entrepreneurship Mentoring Can Help Your Startup Succeed
Few things exemplify the adventurer's spirit more than striking out on your own with a startup. Entrepreneurs are marked by a rugged individualism and a by-your-own-bootstraps ethos that make most nine-to-fivers feel nauseous. But too many entrepreneurs try to strike out on their own a little too literally. They try...
Entrepreneurship Funding: Your Guide to Bootstrapping a Startup
So you need to bootstrap a business. Do you know how far you can get without outside sources of funding? It might surprise you to learn that startups in the U.S. are actually in a slump right now. It sometimes sounds like there's a new business opening every minute. However, there's actually been...
How to Start a Business That Will Actually Succeed in 10 Simple Steps
Life as an entrepreneur isn't for the lazy or weak-of-heart. Building a business takes guts, discipline, tenacity, and a will to succeed. But it also requires business know-how and strategy. Do you have a driving passion to run your own company? The first step toward massive success is learning how...
7 Social Media Strategy Ideas for a Startup
New startups know that their biggest asset is brand awareness. If no one sees or hears much about your new business, how will you generate customers? One of the largest ways to bring people and businesses together is through social media. No matter the size or specialty of your business,...