Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Owning a business can sometimes be lonely, especially if you are the only senior-level person in the organization. It is hard to explain the effort, the constant attention and the burden of leadership to others. In fact, a QuickBooks survey found that more than 75% of small…
Welcome to Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the heart-racing show in which contestants looking to uplift their lives must convince our board of elite investors that their dreams are worth making a reality — in only 60 seconds. In this episode, app makers, gaming founders and health entrepreneurs all step inside our elevator and pitch their companies…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. To make the most of the holiday shopping season, businesses must carefully plan their strategies to capture customer attention. A well-executed approach can lead to increased engagement, higher sales and stronger customer loyalty during this period. In this article, I’ll share eight proven strategies from my own…
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. As marketers, we’re always looking for a leg up on our competition. A celebrity endorsement is a historically reliable way to do that. Celebrities offer a chance to reach new audiences that are outside of your traditional marketing efforts. At ButterflyMX, we’ve had success working with public…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Choosing a vendor usually looks like this: you talk to two or three companies, and they explain how they work. They may seem like a good fit, but those conversations often leave you hesitant about whether you’re making the right decision. You might feel like you need…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Today’s leaders can’t just be good at their jobs — they have to be exceptional at so much more. Once upon a time, leadership was about managing revenue, operations and owning the company message from the top down. The job was clear: Steer the ship, own the…
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. Across industries, there’s a lot talk about the importance of a “growth mindset” for entrepreneurs and managers of established businesses. There are countless studies out there — such as this one presented by Harvard — that highlight how companies focusing on growth through innovation and investment often…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As an entrepreneur, it can be difficult to navigate the responsibilities of running a business while still leaving room for creativity. The everyday responsibilities of running a business can overwhelm your bandwidth and hold you back from innovation. Here are two strategies to help you snip the…
