Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In today’s competitive marketplace, it’s not just what you sell — it’s how you make people feel while buying it. More than ever, customers expect quality products in addition to a seamless and personalized experience. Yet, many entrepreneurs fall into the trap of focusing solely on growth…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been creating a lot of volatility across industries around the world. And in 2024, it is still creating so many waves that are rocking the boat for investors looking to ride the AI wave. It’s easy to see the potential for AI to…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The rise in artificial intelligence (AI) in the franchising world may seem like a fairly recent phenomenon, but it first began to have a noticeable impact on the industry five years ago. Since that inflection point, AI technologies have rapidly matured in areas like machine learning, data…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The drone industry is buzzing with opportunity — but with all this potential comes a lot of pitfalls. Entrepreneurs are jumping into the drone market thinking they’re going to take flight, only to find themselves grounded by mistakes they never saw coming. So, what are these missteps?…
This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features Boston-based brothers Kirk McKinney, 21, and Jacob McKinney, 19. The McKinney brothers are the founders of Junk Teens, a seven-figure junk-removal business that repurposes, resells and donates “as many items as possible” and provides job opportunities for other local teens. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Image…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Over the past few days, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at an increase in productivity and “good work” by my newly hired COO. I shouldn’t be surprised, but I am. See, in the past, I’ve hired cheap labor to do “tasks,” like video editing, blog writing, graphic design…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Meet Artificial Intelligence: a fully functioning member of our society — and whether people are aware or not, we’re all using it in our everyday lives. Here are some examples. AI algorithms are integral to social media. They curate content, make friend suggestions and provide that “personalized…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As 2025 rapidly approaches, many business leaders are starting their strategic planning process. Setting a strategy is the most difficult and important part of a CEO’s job. While there are many different ways to create an annual strategic plan, effective plans include a few common elements. They…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. “Appreciate you.” This phrase might seem like a simple way to thank customers on their way out, but PopUp Bagels in New York City knows it’s much more than that. The bagel shop prioritizes every customer interaction while serving thousands of dozens of fresh, fluffy bagels every…
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…
