Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Suppose you’re the director of a group of hotels. (Stick with me on this one.) In one of them, a seasoned employee, a facilities engineer, is up on a ladder changing a lightbulb. As he’s doing so, two kids and their mom, looking rather haggard, try to…
For entrepreneur and investor Daymond John, deciding which projects he chooses to put his time, energy and money behind comes down to one thing: making a positive impact on the world. In 2020, he created Black Entrepreneurs Day (BED), wanting to do something to uplift Americans who were aching in the aftermath of George Floyd’s…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. With significant stints at Google and Intuit under his belt, Dominic Allon honed his leadership style by embracing feedback, learning from failure, and constantly challenging himself. His role at Google was transformative—he led projects that reshaped how agencies and businesses leveraged digital advertising. At Intuit, he sharpened…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Global expansion is a goal for most startups, as it provides access to larger markets and a more diverse customer base. In fact, 60% of startups aim to expand internationally within their first three years of operation; however, only 4.6% successfully transition to scaleups. Achieving scaleup status…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Here’s something I’ve always believed: the better you know your team members, the easier it is to give them the support and freedom they need to be successful in their work. At my last company, all of my direct reports were with me for at least eight…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Being an entrepreneur can be very exciting and rewarding. It often comes from passion and can result in good money and personal happiness. However, it can also cause stress and emotional pressure. This becomes even more important when you think about mental health and how to manage…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. If I asked you, “What is your legacy?” What would you say? Is it your family, your wealth, a foundation you launched, or, if you’re an entrepreneur or business owner, the company you created that defines who you are and how you will be remembered? For many…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Success in sales isn’t just about meeting quotas. It’s about fostering a culture where teams thrive, customers are delighted and growth is sustainable. Yet, many organizations struggle to strike the right balance between scaling their sales operations while ensuring the happiness and effectiveness of their teams. So,…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A recent report from the Charles Butt Foundation clearly indicates that many experienced and novice educators are leaving the profession due to a myriad of factors. For instance, today’s educators face strict scrutiny about what they teach, how they teach it and what materials they assign, especially…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In recent months, the job market has sent mixed signals, particularly for college graduates. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ latest report, the pace of hiring is down to levels not seen since 2009 in business and professional services. Unemployment rates for recent grads have risen,…
