[ad_1] Jessica Abo talks about the final stage of the book process and how she's getting ready for her fashion show with a newborn. September 7, 2018 2 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This video is part of a series brought to you by Entrepreneur’s book division, Entrepreneur Press, the publisher of Jessica Abo’s book Unfiltered: How to Be as Happy as You Look on Social Media.It's been a long road and I can't thank you enough for joining me on this wild ride. I have loved every minute of writing this book; but, I will admit it was an intense project for sure. Lol. Now all eyes are on the launch, book tour and my...
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Saturday, 8 September 2018
3 Business Terms All Self-Employed People Need to Understand
[ad_1] When it comes to being your own boss, knowledge is power. The more you know, the more you can both protect and grow your business. September 7, 2018 3 min read This story originally appeared on Due Starting a business is more than quitting your day job and putting together a website for your new project. It involves the law, your money and your daily energy. When it comes to being your own boss, knowledge is power. The more you know, the more you can both protect and grow your business.I’m not talking about the more you know about marketing or the more you know about your competition. I’m talking about the more you know about business itself....
How to Protect Your Career From Those Who Try to Undermine You
[ad_1] Women must practice career self-defense against subtle and not-so-subtle challenges. September 7, 2018 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The sad truth is that women in business must always be on the lookout for people who will try to discredit them. The opposition could come in the form of a direct challenge to your authority or a sneak attack to damage your reputation with your clients, your customers, your bosses and peers. Ask any woman in any line of work, and she'll tell you how simple it is for a carefully planted seed of doubt or a well-placed bit of gossip to jeopardize her position by raising questions...
You Can't Get VC Funding for Your Startup. Now, What?
[ad_1] Take heart, because there are other paths to take to launch a company -- some very popular, and others virtually unknown. September 7, 2018 6 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. First, there was the initial idea. Then you ran it past multiple family members and friends. You decided that the idea was ready to release to the world. Then, as a newly minted entrepreneur, you sat back and realized the inevitable: You somehow needed to fund your startup.Related: What Nobody Tells You About Taking VC MoneyFace it: When push comes to shove, a good idea, even a great one, is nothing without the practical back...
What 'Back to the Future' Teaches Us About Innovation
[ad_1] September 7, 2018 7 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Back to the Future, the smash-hit movie trilogy, is 33 years old but continues to capture the public's imagination, even three decades on. Proof? When October 2015, rolled around, fans celebrated "Back to the Future" Day, marking the date that Doc Brown, Marty McFly and Jennifer Parker made their way into the future, in Back to the Future II.More recently, the movie made news in August because of a mini-reunion at the Fan Expo in Boston, where questions of a remake or sequel were raised and, unfortunately, shut down once again.This fascination...
This Week in Weed (September 3-7)
[ad_1] Companies partner for lab-grown THC, doctors warn against breastfeeding, and Oregon lowers medical limits. September 7, 2018 2 min read Welcome to Green Entrepreneur's video recap of the cannabis news you might have missed this week, hosted by our dope correspondent Conrad Martin.Cannabis companies partner to produce lab-created THCWeed stocks soared on Tuesday as Billion dollar Cannabis company Cronos Group, made a whopping $122 million dollar deal with US based GinkoBioworks. The intent of the partnership is to produce lab-created THC instead of extracting cannabinoids from the plant itself. Related: US Cannabis Businesses Look NorthwardDoctors...
SEC Sues Cannabis Investment Fund
[ad_1] The Securities and Exchange Commission is warning investors about "scam artists" in the cannabis industry. September 7, 2018 2 min read Brought to you by Marijuana Business Daily The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged a marijuana-focused investment fund with bilking investors out of more than $3 million and simultaneously warned the public about “scam artists” exploiting “hot” industries such as cannabis.In a lawsuit, the SEC accuses Texas-based Greenview Investment Partners and its founder, Michael Cone, of using misleading marketing materials and bogus promises of high returns to defraud investors out of $3.3 million.According...
Top 25 Digital Marketing Articles – Week of 09/07/18
https://upcity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Top-Marketing-Articles-Sept-7.jpg [ad_1] This week’s roundup includes tips to grow your business with Email Marketing, increase traffic to your site from Social Media, and how to maintain the Online Reputation of your business.Learn how to optimize your Content for featured snippets, and improve the Design of your Website. We’ve covered all of this news and, much more, below!From the UpCity Blog:Content Marketing:Learn how to optimize your Content for featured snippets, from Stephan Spencer’s blog.Anna Pusack provides actionable tips to maximize the appeal and efficiency of your...
A Recent Shift From Amazon Retail Has Brands Scrambling. What's Next for Sellers?
[ad_1] Stop looking for love in all the wrong places on Amazon. Here's how to proceed effectively with the Amazon channel. September 7, 2018 4 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Since the beginning of this year, Amazon Retail has notified thousands of small to medium-sized brands to inform them that it will no longer make available a Vendor Manager to interact with the brand. Now brands are expected to use the new Vendor Success Program (VSP), a self-service option where there is no opportunity to negotiate directly or discuss with someone at Amazon. This shift certainly leaves many brands scrambling to figure out how...
When Facing a Stock Market Crash, Here's How to Still Make Money
[ad_1] September 7, 2018 2 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. For Entrepreneur Network partner Phil Town, the next stock market crash may be coming soon. Town is confident the next crash is on the horizon, since the current market is distinctly overpriced. High valuations are making it difficult to secure any margin of safety price. Town points out the last time prices were this high was in 1929. From Town's perspective, at times making money with the stock market involves waiting patiently. Town observes that many investors are pouring money into the market due to a perceived strong state. Town opts for a more...
What to Consider Before Investing in Software
https://upcity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/what-to-consider-before-buying-software.jpg [ad_1] In addition to guest posting on the UpCity blog, Zivoke is featured as one of the Top Salesforce Consultants in New York. Check out their profile here.The global software market in the small and medium businesses segment is estimated at US $50 Billion per year, and the enterprise software market is estimated to be above US $200 Billion per year, according to a report produced by Google & Accel Partners. These numbers clearly indicate that the software tools market is huge business today. Though software...
4 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn From the Wisdom of Charlie Munger
[ad_1] Millions of people pay close attention to what Warren Buffett has to say. This is who Buffett listens to. September 7, 2018 7 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Charlie Munger is one of the greatest business minds of the past century. He is the vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and right hand man of Warren Buffett. Throughout his career, Munger played a key role in Buffet’s success.An interesting thing about Munger is he became one of the world’s most revered businessmen without taking a single class in business, economics, marketing, finance, or anything else of that nature. His formal education included meteorology...
Agency Framework: Networking and Conferences
https://upcity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/NETWORKINGCONFERENCES.jpg [ad_1] Advancements in technology have shaped how we do business in a number of ways. Arguably, one of the most important changes has been in how businesses communicate within their professional communities and with clients. For example, it wasn’t that long ago that a mailbox full of catalogs signaled the beginning of the holiday shopping season, where today a surge in emails and paid advertisements on social media are the cue.The changes in technology have affected communications in ways other than how B2C businesses are reaching out to their customers....
Friday, 7 September 2018
7 No-Brainer Strategies to Close More Sales by Getting Customers to Trust You
[ad_1] Stop losing business to the big brands. September 7, 2018 7 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It's no secret that customers like to research their options before choosing a service. Today, that happens online in about five minutes. Customers search your website, your social media presence and any online reviews. They want to see if you're doing a good job. More importantly, they want to know if they can trust you.Related: 7 Key Selling Habits All Sales Professionals Must DevelopWhile it's true that building trust is something that happens with every interaction, creating a professional brand can help you...
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