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Tips for Starting an Outdoor Lighting Business

Starting an outdoor lighting business combines creativity, outdoors, and entrepreneurship—making it a great fit for people passionate about transforming outdoor spaces. Whether commercial or residential, outdoor lighting services are in high-demand. If you’re looking to...

byDerek Miller

April 27, 2024

9 Essential Skills You Need to Start and Run a Successful Business

The trends of entrepreneurship seen in 2000-22 accelerated last year. More people than ever are starting new businesses, according to U.S. Census Bureau figures, evidence that entrepreneurship is alive and well despite the risks inherent...

byEmerson De Oliveira

April 24, 2024

The Power of Venture Studios: A Collaborative Approach to Startup Success

Venture capital (VC) investors have always played a vital role in providing funding for early-stage startups. For ambitious founders, moving to the VC stage is often regarded as a significant milestone, symbolizing an endorsement of...

byDavid Wagner

April 12, 2024

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Why You Need to Create a Financial Framework for Business Success

Annually, an impressive number of startups launch, brimming with enthusiasm and lofty goals. Yet, the harsh reality we must face is that a significant percentage struggle for survival, not making it past their initial milestones....

byTristan Wright

April 10, 2024

Health Insurance Startup Shows Power of Right Niche and Strong Pitch

New Orleans recently played host to two events for startups with a broad range of topics that included discussion of specific industries, like climate technology and healthcare; advice on running a company with relatives, finding...

byAnn Logue

April 2, 2024

Conquering Business Development Challenges: 15 Insights from Startup Leaders

Navigating the complex world of business development presents unique challenges, which is why we've gathered insights from CEOs and marketing experts. From personalizing sales outreach to specializing to stand out, discover the diverse experiences and...

byBrett Farmiloe

April 1, 2024

Etsy Pros and Cons. What Are the Best Platforms for Creative Businesses?

If you are considering selling handmade goods or artwork, you may be interested in opening an Etsy shop. The popular online marketplace provides a space for artists and designers to sell their unique products without...

byCora Gold

March 27, 2024

‘Shining’ a Light on the Internal Struggles of the Entrepreneur

The following is an excerpt from "Shine: How Looking Inward Is the Key to Unlocking True Entrepreneurial Freedom," in which Gino Wickman and Rob Dube shine a light on the internal struggles of the entrepreneur....

byRob Dube

March 25, 2024

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27 Emerging Industries and Promising Startup Opportunities

In the dynamic landscape of startups, founders and CEOs are at the forefront of identifying and capitalizing on emerging industries and trends. From leveraging personal branding to reducing food waste with innovative technology, we've gathered...

byBrett Farmiloe

March 22, 2024

4 Tips for Funding a Business When You Have Student Loans

Though the Biden Administration has moved to forgive hundreds of millions of dollars in student loans, student loan debt promises to linger for years for many, with repayment taking anywhere from 10 to 20 years....

byMeredith Wood

March 20, 2024

7 Important Resources for Starting Your Own Business

One of the lessons of the COVID-19 pandemic is that we can do practically anything online, and that extends to starting a business. If you already have an idea for the business and know what...

byAlex Morgan

March 20, 2024

A 10-step Guide to Turning Your Trade into $100K a Year

This is an excerpt from "Six Figure Tradesman: 10 Steps to Making $100,000 in Your First Year as a Professional Tradesman" by Elysia and Andrew Gloudeman. The book describes life as a self-employed tradesman (or...

byElysia and Andrew Gloudeman

March 19, 2024

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5 Top Strategies to Grow Your Sole Proprietorship

Is your sole proprietorship stuck in a rut? You've poured your heart and soul into building your business, but reaching the next level can feel like an uphill task. Without a team to bounce ideas...

byBrett Shapiro

March 13, 2024

Verizon Digital Ready: $10K Grants and the Skills Entrepreneurs Need

You might have heard of the $10,000 grants provided by Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready grant program. The financial grants are one of the most popular features of the Verizon program, which gives small businesses...

byStartupNation

March 8, 2024

Craft Email Campaigns That Resonate With Subscribers, Reach Goals

If you’ve been on the internet for a hot minute, you know that people are done reading content that doesn’t resonate with them (this includes your customers). They want to skip the clickbaity email subject...

byLuca Ramassa

February 28, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Continuity Planning for Your Small Business

Businesses face a variety of potential emergencies and threats that can disrupt their operations. From natural disasters to cybersecurity attacks, it’s pivotal to safeguard your business in case something happens. Enter: Business continuity...

byIan David

February 26, 2024

‘She Thinks Big’: 7 Assumptions about the Future that Create ‘Stuck Stress’

This is an excerpt from "She Thinks Big: The Entrepreneurial Woman’s Guide to Moving Past the Messy Middle and into the Extraordinary," by Andrea Liebross. Liebross is a certified business and life coach who encourages...

byAndrea Liebross

February 22, 2024

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8 Ways a Great Social Media Presence Can Drive Startup Growth

Social media connects everyone to everything, pulsating with opportunities and conversations. And for startups, that’s a goldmine. By mastering social media, startups can increase their visibility, build a community, spark meaningful interactions, and open doors...

byJohn Hurley

February 21, 2024

What Is the Average Income of a Subway Restaurant Franchise Owner?

Long before Subway the giant sandwich chain put itself up for sale and found a suitor in the private equity firm Roark Capital, an entrepreneurial member of the StartupNation community posed a question. It was...

byColin McMahon

February 21, 2024

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How Entrepreneurs Find Harmony and Life Balance Working from Home

When your work life is intrinsically intertwined with your home life, the lines can become blurry. This is true for remote employees of all kinds but especially home-based entrepreneurs. You put your all into getting...

byCharlie Fletcher

February 18, 2024