Inspiration for Entrepreneurs Archives

Top Detroit Startups and Tech Companies to Watch in 2021

It's a myth that only the top startups and the best startup jobs are in Silicon Valley or New York City. As a Midwest company built for Midwest startups, we know that’s just not true. In...

byRyan Landau

February 23, 2021

Ready to Launch Your Inner Entrepreneur? It’s Time to Shift Your Mindset

The following is excerpted from "Launch Your Inner Entrepreneur: 10 Mindset Shifts for Women to Take Action, Unleash Creativity, and Achieve Financial Success" by Charlene Walters (McGraw Hill, February 2021). One day, you will be...

byCharlene Walters

February 23, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 17: A Conversation with Burton Heiss

Welcome to an all-new episode of "Everything Borrowed," a podcast hosted by Andrew Blake! On this episode, Andrew welcomes Burton Heiss, CEO of Buddy's Pizza. Burton joined Buddy’s Pizza as CEO in July 2019, with...

byAndrew Blake

February 22, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Business Startups Continue at Record Pace (Episode 178)

We've reported previously on the Business Beat that the last quarter of 2020 was a really robust one when it comes to business startups in the U.S. In a new report by the Visual Capitalist,...

byStartupNation

February 22, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Mars Perseverance Mission Success Paves Way for How Big Dreams Can Come True (Episode 177)

On this morning's WJR Business Beat, Jeff discusses the inspirational Mars Perseverance mission, and how just like the amazing men and women of NASA, entrepreneurs are similarly pushing the envelope every day. Tune in to...

byStartupNation

February 19, 2021

StartupNation’s ‘Key Moves’ Podcast: John Ezzo (Episode 3)

Welcome to another episode of StartupNation’s “Key Moves” podcast, hosted by Jeff Sloan! In this podcast, Jeff goes beyond the mere backstory of business success and dives into the key moves made by the leaders and founders...

byJeff Sloan

February 19, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 16: A Conversation with Mark Hackel

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Mark Hackel, County Executive for Macomb County, joins Andrew to talk about a few of the topics we are currently facing on the home front. Mark explains his thoughts...

byAndrew Blake

February 15, 2021

StartupNation Radio: The Business of Sports

On this very special edition of StartupNation Radio LIVE, Jeff is joined by co-host, Jamie Morris. Morris is a former running back who played at the University of Michigan at the college level, and for...

byStartupNation

February 13, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Business Impact of University R&D (Episode 173)

Where do the big ideas come from around which startup businesses originate? Well, certainly from the entrepreneurial community at large, and of course within businesses themselves large and small. Another significant source? University research labs....

byStartupNation

February 9, 2021

These 8 Startups are Among the Top in the Midwest (and the U.S.)

Why were there only two Midwest startups on LinkedIn’s list of the top 50 startups on the rise? Cameo, based in Chicago (as well as remotely), and Seamless.AI, based in Columbus, are really awesome startups, and we were so happy...

byRyan Landau

February 9, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 15: A Conversation with Darren McCarty

Four-time Stanley Cup champion, former Red Wings enforcer, host of "Grind Time with Darren McCarty" podcast and a true Detroit gem, Darren McCarty joins Andrew for episode 15 of "Everything Borrowed." Darren is an advocate...

byAndrew Blake

February 8, 2021

StartupNation Radio: Shark Tank Tips and Success Stories

On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff is joined by leading business coach and co-host, Jon Dwoskin. Together, they interview three entrepreneurs who have pitched their businesses on “Shark Tank.” Today’s featured guests are Renaldo...

byStartupNation

February 6, 2021

StartupNation’s ‘Key Moves’ Podcast: Jayson Waller (Episode 2)

Welcome to another episode of StartupNation’s "Key Moves" podcast, hosted by Jeff Sloan! StartupNation exclusive discounts and savings on Dell products and accessories: Learn more here In this podcast, Jeff goes beyond the mere backstory...

byJeff Sloan

February 5, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: The Importance of Small Business in America (Episode 170)

Did you know that 75% of all new jobs in this country are created by small businesses? Or that 99% of all employers and approximately half of this nation's GDP is driven by small businesses?...

byStartupNation

February 4, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 14: A Conversation with Jason Hundey

Friend, writer, teacher, podcaster and history buff are just a few words to describe today's guest. On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Jason Hundey joins host Andrew Blake to discuss the evolution and history of...

byAndrew Blake

February 3, 2021

The Duo Blueprint: How Ann Arbor’s Duo Security is Changing the Midwest Startup Scene

“Our small city of freaks and geeks, fast learners, and team players has been a crucible for startups,” Dug Song, co-founder and general manager of Duo Security at Cisco, said. Ann Arbor has been a launchpad...

byRyan Landau

February 2, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 13: A Conversation with Charles Coristine

Charles Coristine, president and CEO of LesserEvil Snacks, channels his passions for mindfulness and healthy living into creating snacks. Today, "Everything Borrowed" host, Andrew Blake, chats with Coristine about his journey from a career on...

byAndrew Blake

February 1, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 12: A Conversation with Lou Cysewski

Today, Andrew Blake sits down with the CEO and founder of Coolperx, Lou Cysewski. The two talk about sustainable business and how Cysewski helps companies combat climate change. Coolperx is the world's first and only...

byAndrew Blake

January 27, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Top 5 Fastest Growing Sectors of Startup Venture Capital Investment in 2020 (Episode 166)

Did you now that Q4 of 2020 saw the greatest number of startup companies being launched than ever before in our country's history? If you're ready to start a business but just don't know what...

byStartupNation

January 26, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 11: A Conversation with Christopher George

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew Blake's guest, Christopher George, is not only a Detroit native, the CEO and co-founder of Gentleman’s Box, but also chairman of the Subscription Trade Association (SUBTA). During the...

byAndrew Blake

January 25, 2021