Love them or hate them, you’ve probably already developed an opinion on meal kit delivery services like HelloFresh, Factor, and others. Some consumers can’t get enough, while others think it’s a waste of money. However, it’s hard to ignore the fact that the industry continues to grow at a staggering rate. Related: This Flexible Side […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I can’t tell you how many times entrepreneurs have come to me or my company in search of funding, underestimating the amount of money that they needed. It’s understandable. They think about the debt and the monthly payments they will be making — and it scares them. […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. If you ask me, entrepreneurship is one of the most challenging roles you could ever undertake. The stress and burden of starting and building a successful business — not to mention the pressure of keeping people gainfully employed — falls squarely on your shoulders. It can be […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It’s no secret that the startup world is hardcore. Half of startups fail before year five, and only one in ten survive in the long run. Recent economic trends aren’t too encouraging either. Last year saw a 38% drop in global startup investment and a 30% decrease […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Innovation is everywhere, but making it big isn’t guaranteed. Understanding financial metrics and how they drive a business is crucial to running a successful business. Poor cash flow management can tank even the most exciting startups when expenses rise and there’s no liquidity. For startup founders, understanding […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. For entrepreneurs, launching a new startup is an exhilarating experience. It’s what we live for. One of the biggest hurdles of starting a new venture is making sure the business has enough funding to not only keep the doors open but also invest in future growth. Unfortunately, […]
Think nonprofits and Silicon Valley startups have nothing in common? Think again. I started my career working in a nonprofit setting, and now I’m a fractional marketing director for nonprofits. From higher education to arts and literacy organizations, I’ve seen it all. As a tech writer and editor, I’ve also steeped in the “rocket fuel” […]
Congratulations on starting a business! The next big task on the list is making a great first impression with your target audience. First impressions at this stage determine the awareness, trust, and authority your brand will get. These then dictate your conversion rates and sales volume. One of the ways you can capture the attention […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I talk to entrepreneurs all the time with a shiny new product or service and big marketing plans. Since I own a marketing agency, they’re probably not expecting to hear what I have to tell them: They don’t need my agency yet. In fact, they might not […]
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. There is no doubt that tik tok has evolved beyond the new platform that businesses dismissed in early 2020 and even 2021. But what often remains overlooked is its strategic value for growing startups. No surprise here — TikTok is still relatively uncrowded. It’s growing exponentially. It’s […]