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Dear Young Entrepreneurs: They’re Lying to You
All over the web, on Q&A sites, blog posts, and so on, in panels and conferences, and in the occasional book, know-it-all alleged experts are lying to young entrepreneurs about the value of education. They sprout…
Too Many Passions?
Entrepreneurs are known for forging ahead with an unshakable determination to live their passion. They spend countless hours pursuing their goals, but what happens when there are too many passions to sort through? To succeed,…
Running a Small Business: Cutting Past the Misconceptions
Thinking of starting a business? For many, becoming an entrepreneur represents the epitome of the American dream: freedom, independence and unlimited opportunity. It’s true: running your business can be incredibly rewarding. Though any veteran business…
Patience to Persistence: Make the Switch
Successful entrepreneurs and business owners have certain key qualities that give them the edge over others. Can you define it? Could it be perseverance, problem solving, motivation, or creativity? While these all play an important…
Is Pain Your Path to Success?
As a child I struggled to breathe. For days I would lie in bed and fight for every inch of breath. I almost thought of it as normal. Waking up and trying to drag air…
Why Start a Business When You Can Buy One?
Many of us dream of starting a business and becoming masters of our own destinies. However, with the endless negative statistics on start-up failure rates, it’s little wonder that we put those dreams aside and…
10 Reasons Being a Female Business Owner Rocks
More than simply being your own boss, female entrepreneurship rocks for some less-than-obvious reasons. If you’ve ever considered venturing out on your own, here are ten of the best reasons to start now. 1. The…
Lessons from a Middle-Aged Entrepreneur
What is your biggest regret in life? When you ask our seniors this question, you often get a surprising answer. Karl Pillemer, Ph.D., is the keeper of The Legacy Project at Cornell University. When Dr. Pillemer asked…
Persistence vs. Stubbornness
Nothing can withstand the power of the human will if it is willing to stake its very existence to the extent of its purpose. ~Benjamin Disraeli I recently walked on the Camino de Santiago in…
Top-Paying Side Jobs for Entrepreneurs and Employees
Many people combine their full-time work with side jobs that can bring in some extra cash and offer an exciting opportunity. Even if you’re a small business owner, there is ample opportunity to fit a…
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