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How to Turn Your Side Hustle Into a Six-Figure Business

After the Great Recession, many individuals (including myself), started doing anything they could to make extra money. I went six months without a job in 2010, and in those six months, I Googled "how to...

byAmanda Abella

January 13, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Most Valuable Global Brands 2020 (Episode 159)

As entrepreneurs, we all know the value of having a strong brand. A strong brand is easily recognizable, stands for something clear in consumers’ minds and evokes a feeling of trust and confidence, which contributes...

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January 12, 2021

5 Things E-Commerce Startups Should Focus on for Success in 2021

After a year like 2020, it’s tempting to advise any and all entrepreneurs to simply hold on for dear life in 2021. Many businesses are still scrambling to move online, and big brands are diving...

byJake Rheude

January 12, 2021

This Young Entrepreneur Shares Her 4 Tips for Startup Success

What do you think of when you hear the word “entrepreneur”? When most people think of an entrepreneur, they imagine a twenty-something young adult, straight out of college, working tirelessly in a basement on an...

bySarah Goody

January 12, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: New Paycheck Protection Program Details (Episode 158)

This morning, we want to direct the attention of small business owners to the latest pandemic stimulus bill. Passed by Congress in late December, it has opened the doors for many small business owners to...

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January 11, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 8: A Conversation with Grace Keros

On this episode of “Everything Borrowed,” Andrew Blake chats with Grace Keros, owner of American Coney Island, one of the oldest continuously family-owned restaurants in Detroit. During the conversation, Keros discusses how this 100-year-old company...

byAndrew Blake

January 11, 2021

New Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans: How to Qualify and Apply

Updated January 11, 2021: The SBA has released guidance for new Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans available under the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the Economic Aid Act). This article...

byNav

January 11, 2021

How to Get Out of the Comparison Trap and Move Your Business Forward

When you start out in business, it's normal to research those who have gone before you and try to learn from them. Personally, I have watched and examined countless interviews with entrepreneurs who I admire...

byShannon Threlfall

January 11, 2021

5 Alternative Financing Options That Help Startups Access Funding Quickly

Securing funding can be difficult for new entrepreneurs, especially given how stringent banks are when qualifying potential borrowers. However, numerous alternative financing lenders offer a wide array of potential financing options that are accessible to...

byTristan Kim

January 10, 2021

How to Select a Business Name and Trademark It

Picking out a name for your business is an exciting step. As you start to brainstorm ideas for your company name, it's important to ask yourself a few questions, including: Does this name reflect my...

byDeborah Sweeney

January 8, 2021

SEO for Beginners: Metrics and Must-Have Tools for Startups

Did you know that Google received nearly 2.3 trillion searches in 2019? No matter what question people have, nowadays, their first instinct is to open their laptops or grab their phones, type it in Google,...

byJason Khoo

January 7, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Pinball Pete’s Saved by GoFund Me Campaign (Episode 157)

Like many businesses during the pandemic, Pinball Pete’s faced looming doom when the business could no longer pay its bills. Instead of calling it quits, Pinball Pete’s turned to its loyal customer base to save...

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January 6, 2021

4 Insurance Considerations for Your Home-Based Business

Starting and running a home-based business offers many benefits: decreased commute time, increased flexibility, and lower overhead costs, to name a few. However, when building or transitioning to remote business, several areas require extra attention....

byDanish Yusuf

January 6, 2021

Thinking of Starting a Business with Your Spouse? 5 Tips to Ensure Success and Productivity

It’s not uncommon for couples to consider going into business together. After all, your life partner is an easy pick, as many spouses are loyal, supportive and even share the same dreams and goals. Plus,...

byStephen and Michelle Kohler

January 5, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 7: A Conversation with Anthony LaVerde

On today's episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew sits down with Anthony LaVerde, CEO of Emagine Entertainment. LaVerde believes in doubling down on your investments during times of uncertainty and fear. Andrew chats with the young...

byAndrew Blake

January 4, 2021

Managing Emotional Culture in Remote Teams

Remote work is the new professional status quo, and it demands that companies change the way they work for good by managing emotional culture. It has plenty of upsides, such as having a highly diversified...

byKrish Ramineni

January 3, 2021

Why Entrepreneurs Need Mental Strength to Succeed

The lure of launching your own business can be enticing; but striking out on your own has a less glamorous side too. There’s a psychological price you might pay for being an entrepreneur. StartupNation exclusive...

byAmy Morin

January 2, 2021

Why Recessions Are a Good Time to Start a Side Hustle

The truth is, recessions happen, and they happen often. Since 1900, the U.S. economy has averaged one recession about every four years. They’re not so regular as to be predictable and they cause real economic...

byEric Goldschein

December 30, 2020

Boost Your Brand Through Social Media Engagement

In the modern world, social media permeates every aspect of business, but especially marketing. When using these digital platforms to promote your company, creating content is only half the battle; you must also connect with...

byRebecca Purrington

December 29, 2020

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 6: A Conversation with Veronika Scott

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew interviews Veronika Scott, founder of Empowerment Plan, a nonprofit employing the homeless to make coats that are donated to the homeless. Watch the full interview: Listen on Spotify:...

byAndrew Blake

December 28, 2020