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Starting a Business With Nothing: How One CEO Lived on $1K a Month
By Dan Aziz | December 05, 2018

Dan Aziz, founder and CEO of Premama Wellness, shared his story about starting a business straight out of college with no other income.

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The Biggest Business Financing Myths Out There
By Meredith Wood | November 29, 2018

Don't believe these common myths about business loans.

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6 Small Business Problems and How to Overcome Them
By Megan Totka | November 21, 2018

These are the most common obstacles entrepreneurs face after launching their business.

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Hackers Are Targeting Small Businesses. Here's How to Protect Yourself
By Erik Day | November 14, 2018

Learn how to protect your SMB from the three biggest cybersecurity threats.

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How Passion and Desire to Help Led One Entrepreneur Into Business
By Colton Bollinger | November 13, 2018

See how the Jumper Media founder started a business without intending to.

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The 5 Biggest Financial Mistakes Small Business Owners Make (and How to Avoid Them)
By Meredith Wood | November 01, 2018

These mistakes can sink your business, but they're easy to avoid.

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4 Reasons Why Digital Adoption is Attainable for Every Business
By Manish Dudharejia | October 31, 2018

The future of business favors tech-heavy processes.

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7 Social Media Books to Grow Your Following
By Syed Balkhi | October 22, 2018

Become a social media guru and grow your following by mastering the tips in these books.

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Hard Work Isn't Enough: 4 Tips for Success
By TR Gourley | October 16, 2018

Four types of hard work to help you find success

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Moving Offices? 7 Tips to Make the Process Easier
By Marshall Weber | October 16, 2018

Moving offices is stressful, but you can make it easier with these tips.

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What I Wish I Knew Before I Started Up
By Tori Gerbig | October 11, 2018

One successful entrepreneur shares five valuable lessons for budding entrepreneurs.

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The Best Business Plan Software of 2020
By business.com editorial staff | October 10, 2018

Looking for business plan software? Which software application is right for your business? Learn more by reading our reviews.

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Finding the Right Co-founders: Why Personality Matters
By Julia McNamara | October 03, 2018

Shared passion isn't enough to ensure a successful founding partnership.

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13 Tips for Crafting a Great Business Plan
By Scott Gerber | September 25, 2018

These tips and processes can help newer entrepreneurs get started.

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Want a Career With Purpose? It's Not as Elusive as You Think It Is
By Henry R Steele | September 21, 2018

Here's how to create a purpose-driven work life.

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A Killer Marketing Plan for Startup Entrepreneurs
By Mark Sands | September 20, 2018

Establish a solid framework for your startup by following these 8 marketing tips.

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Before Outsourcing Your Chargeback Management, Ask These Questions
By Mark Standfield | September 19, 2018

Outsourcing to a chargeback management professional has numerous and significant benefits.

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How I Learned to Grow from the 'No'
By Vadim Vladimirskiy | September 18, 2018

Here are three lessons every entrepreneur should follow, according to the CEO of Nerdio.

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Time Crunch: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Prioritizing Your Tasks
By Mark Ellwood | September 17, 2018

Your time is valuable; know how you spend it.

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What You Should Do Before Launching a Voice AI Product
By Amy Shim | September 12, 2018

Check out these four tips before launching your voice AI product.

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10 Business Owners Share Their Tips for Weathering Slow Seasons
By Mona Bushnell | September 06, 2018

We asked entrepreneurs for their advice on how they handle down seasons.

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Finding Talented Freelancers: 12 Websites Worth Searching
By Scott Gerber | September 03, 2018

These sites are excellent resources when you're seeking the right person for a project.

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5 Tips to Manage Your Time as a Small Business Owner
By Meredith Wood | August 30, 2018

Learn some ways to make the most effective use of your working time.

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How a Struggling Startup Can Right the Ship
By Bennett Conlin | August 28, 2018

Focusing on cash flow and customers can help turn your business around.

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How to Network on LinkedIn Like a Pro
By Syed Balkhi | August 23, 2018

You don’t have to wait for a networking event to make meaningful business connections.

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6 Tips to Build Trust in the Sharing Economy
By Lynn Perkins | August 21, 2018

For certain services, you need real connections and high trust from customers.

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A Gamble You Can't Afford to Lose: Finding the Right Materials for Your Product
By Steve Cartier | August 18, 2018

Here are 7 steps to finding the best materials for your manufactured products.

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The Entrepreneur's Road Map: 11 Steps to Success
By Mark Sands | August 09, 2018

So you've decided to start a business. What exactly do you need to do?