[ad_1] You don't need to look toward the coasts to grow your network. June 1, 2018 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In today's startup world, it's easy to feel left out if you're not in Boston or New York or Silicon Valley or Seattle. That's where the talent often migrates, where the media spotlight is centered and, most importantly, where the money is: According to a data analysis by Richard Florida and the Martin Prosperity Institute, the vast majority of venture capital money still flows primarily to the startup hubs on the coasts, and very little trickles to the cities in between.Related: Capital-Hungry Startups Should...
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Saturday, 2 June 2018
How I Overcame Losing One of My Biggest Customers
[ad_1] When Starbucks pulled my product, I had to scramble to find a replacement. June 1, 2018 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As an outsider in the beverage industry trying to find a way to reach more consumers, landing my product in Starbucks stores was a huge win. It also seemed like a natural fit, as Starbucks at the time was looking for healthier bottled drink options.Related: How the Rifle Paper Co. Founders Turned a Side Hustle Into a Thriving Lifestyle BrandThe partnership was initially planned to start with a limited launch of our blackberry flavor in 500 stores, which would have been significant for us at...
Where to Spend and Where to Save
[ad_1] Bootstrap, and be scrappy. If it's cheaper to do it yourself and you're capable, why not give it a shot? June 1, 2018 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Building a company from scratch is no easy task. I know: I've done this successfully a handful of times.I also know that I've learned a lot about the many expenditures you have to account for, from office space and employee salaries to taxes and marketing. But, thankfully, you don't have to do all of this alone -- which means that the main question you face is, exactly where should you spend your money? And, what are the best resources you can turn to, to...
Teens Are Increasingly Ditching Facebook. Here's How Entrepreneurs Should Respond.
[ad_1] The percentage of teens using Facebook has dropped 20 percent in just three years. June 1, 2018 3 min read “It’s 10 p.m. Do you know where your children are?”The answer: probably not on Facebook, according to a new Pew Research Center survey on teens, social media and technology.In just three years, the percentage of teens using Facebook dropped 20 percent, reaching 51 percent in 2018. And though Facebook was the most-used online platform for teens in the Pew Research Center’s 2014-2015 survey, it’s now lagging behind. Three other social media platforms now lead the way for individuals ages 13 to 17: YouTube (85 percent), Instagram (72 percent) and Snapchat...
3 Steps to Get Your Website On Google Faster
http://cache.johnchow.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Google-Crawl-Index-550x331.jpg [ad_1]If you are new to blogging, then it’s important you know how to get your website set up and indexed quickly. I know when I started out, I created a website and thought that was the only thing I needed to do to build momentum but I was completely wrong. Google Webmaster Tools has been very supportive in getting my websites indexed quickly because they essentially guide you through the entire process. They outline what’s important and how to make sure certain elements are present within your backend to ensure proper crawling. There are many factors that will...
3 Tips You Can Use to Start, Fund and Run a Nonprofit
[ad_1] Serial entrepreneur Concetta Mantinan breaks down a few important business strategies. June 1, 2018 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Knife Skills, an Oscar-nominated documentary, describes the opening of a unique restaurant. Edwins, a fine French dining establishment, launched in 2017 with a twist -- the restaurant doubles as a culinary arts school that only employs ex-felons. This film illustrates how so few organizations focus on teaching true marketable skills to our "fallen citizens." And just as I was inspired by this film, I met Concetta Mantinan.Mantinan's story began with learning disabilities. When she was...
How to Find the Holy Grail of Product-Market Fit
[ad_1] Even if you have the greatest product in the world, if it doesn't sell or scale, it is worthless. June 1, 2018 9 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Every entrepreneur believes they have the product that is going to revolutionalize the world, worthy of venture capitalists bathing them in piles of cash to achieve their dream. But, venture capitalists don’t back products; they back winning business models. And, winning business models are anchored by companies that have the potential to generate lots of revenue with easily scalable, repeatable and profitable sales and marketing strategies. And none...
The Best Headphones to Tune Out Distractions and Get Things Done
https://assets.entrepreneur.com/images/misc/1525959729_1-bose.jpg [ad_1] These five top-rated picks can block ambient noise and up your focus. June 1, 2018 6 min read In the Women Entrepreneur series Up Your Game, we scope out the best products, apps and services to help make it easier to take your game to the next level. “Destructive interference” isn’t just a good band name -- it’s also the key to how noise-cancelling headphones work. Flipping the “on” switch prompts your headphones to start producing new sound waves. That may sound counterintuitive...
Protect Yourself From Attackers, From the Streets to the Boardroom
[ad_1] June 1, 2018 1 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It's always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings. That's why self-defense expert, author and keynote speaker Jennifer Cassetta is on a mission to make sure you're equipped to protect yourself whether you're at work or walking down the street. You can read more about Cassetta, and setting boundaries, in Jessica Abo's book Unfiltered: How To Be As Happy As You Look On Social Media.Related: Find an Athlete to Market Your Brand With This Matchmaking AppWatch more videos from Jessica Abo on her YouTube channel here.Entrepreneur Network is a...
Why Do Some People Choose to Work Past 70?
[ad_1] While most people consider 65 the ideal retirement age, others are reaping both financial and personal benefits from working past 70. June 1, 2018 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. By the time they celebrate their 30th birthday, many people are already thinking about retirement. They put in long hours, they forgo vacations and they don’t see their family as much as they would like. Work? It's a necessary sacrifice for many. A sacrifice that not all of us can easily part with. Related: How to Pay Zero Taxes Legally in RetirementThe reason, of course, is retirement: Most people put a great deal of energy...
My April 2017 Monthly Income Report
[ad_1]Welcome to my April 2017 Monthly Income Report! As always, I create these reports to share the latest happenings with my online businesses, including the wins, the failures, the lessons learned, and the income generated along the way.If this is your first time stumbling upon these reports, check out the income report page to see my income history dating back to October 2008, which is when I first started to monetize a website (InTheLeed.com then; now GreenExamAcademy.com) dedicated to helping people pass an architectural industry exam.Since then, I’ve created many more websites, brands, and products ranging from courses to software to books. And, as always, I’m happy to share the inside scoop on what I’ve learned so you can be better...
5 Things I Learned Starting a Business in the Cannabis Industry
[ad_1] A unique industry requires a unique approach. June 1, 2018 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Starting a business isn’t for the faint of heart. There are constant highs and lows, and everything in between—sometimes all in a single day. For me, this roller coaster ride is an addiction. I love taking an idea and turning it into something that others value and desire. I’ve done it three times: first building an organic juice company, then a beverage distribution business, and now Willow Industries, which helps cannabis cultivators and infused product manufacturers produce a cleaner, safer product that is more likely to...
My March 2017 Monthly Income Report
https://cdn.smartpassiveincome.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Screenshot-2017-04-05-08.14.21-1024x767.png [ad_1]Welcome to my March 2017 Monthly Income Report. Fun fact: This is the 102nd monthly report published here on the blog. As always, I’m happy to share with you what happened during the past month, from the actions taken to the lessons learned, and, of course, the earnings report and where it all comes from.March was an extremely busy month, but also very exciting. A lot of hard work from the past six months paid off in March, and I’m stoked to talk about the results of two course launches that happened.Yes—two courses. 🙂Am I crazy? Probably,...
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