Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The holiday shopping frenzy — Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and every “deal day” in between — has become a staple of retail. In 2024, Black Friday alone saw a record $10.8 billion in U.S. online sales, with discounts driving the motivation. But while this season of discounts…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Pickleball has swept the nation into a frenzy of friendly competition. One court in Charlotte, North Carolina, has taken the game to the next level, combining pickleball practice with first-rate hospitality. Established in 2021, Rally features indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, craft cocktails, elevated cuisine and a…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. For any successful business, deciding when to start scaling is the most challenging time. Just as time cannot stand still, businesses must also keep moving, which means expanding when they are doing well. Put simply, a competitor will step in to fill the gap. During my journey…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A staggering 90% of organizations fail to execute their strategies successfully. Let that sink in — nine out of ten businesses struggle to turn their big plans into tangible results. Why does this happen? Imagine this scenario: you’ve crafted a bold vision, set ambitious goals and rallied…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Ambitious goals have always been every entrepreneur’s driving force. They push you to dip your toes into unfamiliar waters before achieving serious growth. But even the boldest soldier won’t win a war without concrete plans, clarity and focus. For over twenty years, I have been helping countless…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer an exclusive tool for large corporations; small businesses can now harness its power to enhance operations, improve customer experiences and drive growth without significant financial investment. By adopting cost-effective AI strategies, small businesses can streamline processes, maximize resources and remain competitive…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Although there are many methodologies that a leader can practice to manage their emails effectively, a consistent and thought-through process is the most effective way to systemize and respond to emails and is a step of stewardship for the effective leader. I have worked with CEOs for…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Are you tired of sitting through boring presentations? I know I am. With all the attention on business communication, you might think that individuals would pay more attention to creating engaging presentations. After all, presentations help close deals, pitch ideas, get us noticed and so much more….
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Business owners and operators face increased operational demands as the holiday season and year-end approach. This busy time often includes increased sales, elevated customer service needs, year-end financial closeouts, New Year planning and office holiday celebrations — not to mention the many personal commitments that come up…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It can be hard for businesses to stay ahead of major changes that are happening in different areas like technology and society. Life always evolves quickly. However, being able to recognize new trends early on can give a company a big advantage over others. To make it…
