Smart Entrepreneurs Don’t Leap Without Looking — Here’s How to Strategically Approach Starting a Business
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Founders often talk about taking a “leap of faith” when starting their business. The phrase, coined by Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard, describes believing in something without rational proof — accepting an uncertain outcome despite a lack of evidence. My opinion? This is a terrible way to approach […]
How to Balance a Full-Time Job With a Side Hustle
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Research shows that nearly a third (about 31%) of American workers actively juggle a side gig alongside their main job. While this can be a great way to pursue passions, gain financial security or work toward full-time entrepreneurship, balancing both without burning out requires strategy and discipline. […]
How To Bootstrap Your Side Hustle With Free Resources
Forty-four percent of people with side hustles use the extra money to make ends meet. Bootstrapping … [+] is the best way to test your business idea. getty The rise of the side hustle culture has been remarkable in recent years. Approximately 36% of working Americans are engaged in one. For many, a side hustle […]
How to Pick the Right Friends and Family Investors for Your Business
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Many an entrepreneur has turned to friends and family when it comes to securing the funding to start a business. In fact, “Friends and Family” has a place in the lexicon of entrepreneurship, along with “Bootstrapped,” “Angel Investors,” and “Venture Capital Financing.” Typically, sourcing from friends and […]
How to Create a Routine That Balances Rest and Business Success
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Greater minds than I have heralded the importance of striking a healthy work-life balance, emphasizing the physical, psychological, and social benefits. But taking time off, making it to the gym three times a week and practicing meditation can feel like a tall ask for a busy entrepreneur. […]
How to Build a Lasting Career in the Creator Economy
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Is content creation becoming the new 9-to-5? It sure seems that way. We’ve gone from kids dreaming of becoming astronauts to aspiring YouTubers — and as much as I love life as a full-time internet pro, staying in this game has meant learning to operate like a […]
How to Reclaim Your Time and Start Focusing on Growing Your Business
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Everyone has time, yet it’s one of the world’s scarcest resources. Money comes and goes as fast as the blink of an eye, but time is the essence of life. You can seek more revenue or get another deal; however, the number of hours in a day […]
How to Cultivate an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The difference between business survival and striving for success often boils down to one factor — your mindset. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, your actions are always inspired by how you look at things. This ultimately affects your results and dictates what you […]
Your Company May Have a Costly Trust Problem. Here’s How to Fix It — And Boost Your Profits.
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Hemingway famously wrote that the best way to determine if someone is trustworthy is simply to trust them. In most businesses, particularly in tech, trust has historically been hedged on two main factors: security and compliance. I believe this approach (much like Hemingway’s advice) is not only […]
How To Attract Premium Clients And Charge Accordingly — Even During Market Instability
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. With consumers tightening their budgets and talks of a recession, it may seem like right now is the time to lower prices and increase efforts to bring in new clients and maximize existing client revenue. That’s the worst thing you can do. A recent study published by […]