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Amid Bidding for Subway Restaurants, a Twist in Tuna Lawsuit

As Subway Restaurants franchise owners await word on a possible auction of the sandwich giant, a California woman who sued Subway has asked a court to end her lawsuit that alleges the company employed false...

byColin McMahon

May 13, 2023

How Annemarie Cronin’s Entrepreneurial Success Started in Scotland and Continues in America

The story of entrepreneurial success that starts in Glasgow, Scotland, where a young lady grew up, was educated and ultimately made her way to the land of opportunity to complete her education and to start...

byStartupNation

May 12, 2023

Estimating Startup Costs for a New Business

Confounded over how much money you'll require for your startup business? Well, don't fret. There's an easy approach to breaking this mystery down and creating a clear picture of the funds that your startup business...

byStartupNation

May 10, 2023

4 Reasons to Base Your Startup in a Resort Town

Founders of businesses rooted in software-as-a-service and other modern technologies often feel the need to base their businesses in large metropolitan areas and cities known as technology corridors. Doing business in an environment rich with...

byWilliam Mullins

May 9, 2023

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Summer Side Hustle: Turn Your DIY Skills into a Profitable Venture

Whether you're a crafty person or not, there's no denying it's easier to make money when you enjoy what you're doing. While many people spend the summer months relaxing on their couch or at the...

byAlexandra Wilson

May 8, 2023

How Franklin Cider Mill Grew Alongside the State of Michigan: Business Biography

The state of Washington is no. 1 in producing apples — about four times more apples than any other state. New York and Michigan are the no. 2 and no. 3 producers, respectively. The Franklin...

byStartupNation

May 5, 2023

How to Make Passive Income with an Online Dropshipping Store

After my husband passed away unexpectedly in 2006, I decided to launch a side hustle to help me feel more financially secure. But, as a therapist who was used to earning money based on “billable...

byAmy Morin

May 2, 2023

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LISTEN: A Hobby is Good for Your Well-Being

Challenging, fun, and engaging hobbies have the power to make us happier and healthier. Research suggests hobbies lead to better physical health, more sleep, lower stress, greater life satisfaction, a larger social network, and improved...

byStartupNation

May 1, 2023

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5 Keys That Make a Startup Successful

Starting your own company sounds like a wonderful idea and owning your own business sounds romantic. Who doesn’t want to be their own boss, answering to no one? There's something liberating about charting your own...

byChris Fontanella

April 28, 2023

From Tiny Homes to Big Success: Dan Louche Talks Building Boom

Jeff Sloan speaks with Dan Louche of Tiny Home Builders and the story of his entrepreneurial success. Louche has been building tiny houses and helping others do the same for over seven years. He's the...

byJason Shubnell

April 26, 2023

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Is Work-Life Balance Possible as an Entrepreneur?

On this episode, we discuss the importance of work-life balance and if it's even possible to achieve as an entrepreneur. Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 5 a.m. for The Pre...

byJeff Sloan

April 26, 2023

6 Steps to Choosing a Business: Follow Your Passion, Measure Your Risk

Americans continue starting businesses at a near-record pace, according to the most recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. Projections of business starts in March 2023 outpaced February figures by more than 5%, according to...

byStartupNation

April 25, 2023

This Entrepreneur Shares How She Bootstrapped Her Startup (and How You Can, Too)

There are several different ways a startup founder might fund his or her business, including series funding, crowdfunding, loans, venture capital and angel investments. Bootstrapping is another option. As an entrepreneur, investment advisor and consultant...

byJackie Hermes

April 23, 2023

10 Best Small Cities to Start a Business in 2023

We recently highlighted the best states to start a small business, as well as the least expensive states to start a business. Getting more granular, we now have some data on the best "small cities"...

byJason Shubnell

April 20, 2023

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10 Common Traits of an Entrepreneur

Many people dream of being an entrepreneur, especially in times like today when economic volatility has led to deep layoffs in the tech sector and general job insecurity in other industries. They see themselves choosing...

byAnne MacRae

April 18, 2023

How I ‘Accidentally’ Launched an Ad Agency

When I left my job in corporate America, I didn’t set out to create one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agencies in the nation. But that’s what happened. Through a lot of hard work, soul...

byAntonella Pisani

April 17, 2023