Information is a valuable resource in any aspect of a business. Many companies already have a particular methodology in place to get feedback from their customers.
One of the biggest issues facing today’s companies is preparing for and preventing data breaches. When a company’s sensitive data is compromised, it can have long-lasting
As a new entrepreneur, it’s important to have a vast and diverse network of professional connections. Knowing and building relationships with the right people can
In an ideal world, every business situation would run perfectly and smoothly. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case—and when things go wrong, emotions can sometimes
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As an entrepreneur or startup founder, there are numerous tasks that you need to work on at any given moment. The skill is figuring out what to work on, when to work
It’s important to do what you love, or at least to find a way to derive pleasure from whatever it is you do to earn a living. But at the end of the day, if your business isn’t making ends meet, you’ve got a problem.
Entrepreneurs get advice from a variety of people, and while some of it can lead to success if followed, other tidbits can end up leading to long-term problems and grief. A savvy business owner knows they need to pay close attention to which advice they should take
Within a newer business, stakeholders are an essential asset for its continued success, as their input and engagement with the company can spur the company on to future achievements or potentially help locate additional resources, as well as offer
Have you been trying to increase your business site traffic, but you don’t know where and how to begin?
To start, it’s essential to optimize your site for conversions and search engines. This helps your business get
Getting a business started can be quite overwhelming. In the beginning, there is so much information coming in that business owners can be left struggling to figure out what is important and what isn’t.
It’s important to do what you love, or at least to find a way to derive pleasure from whatever it is you do to earn a living. But at the end of the day, if your business isn’t
Entrepreneurs get advice from a variety of people, and while some of it can lead to success if followed, other tidbits can end up leading to long-term problems and grief.
Within a newer business, stakeholders are an essential asset for its continued success, as their input and engagement with the company can spur the company on to future achievements or potentially
Relevant data shows that a significant number of new businesses will fail within their first few years. Entrepreneurs need to be willing to take risks, but you can’t afford the cost and wasted time of having one
Hiring for your deficiencies is one of those “it depends” questions.
Who you hire first depend s on your team’s current deficiencies, and your deficiencies are defined by what you are trying
When you are first starting out as a founder of a company, you may be caught off guard by some of the problems that can arise within a business, especially a new one. You may also discover that while you are very good
Becoming a great leader takes some real initiative and confidence. But how you communicate with an audience—whether it’s your own team, potential or existing customers, or industry peers—can heavily impact
As an entrepreneur and business owner, you work with vendors on a nearly daily basis. While you certainly will be regularly courted by a series of new vendors, knowing whether it makes sense to start a partnership with on
When you are first starting out as a founder of a company, you may be caught off guard by some of the problems that can arise within a business, especially a new one. You may also discover that while you are very good
Creating a company that is not only going to survive but thrive is difficult. However, with a certain combination of elements, strong willpower and the right information
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When your business does something newsworthy, writing and distributing a press release is an excellent option for spreading the word.
Many people assume that working for a startup is just the same as working for any other company. However, startups operate much differently than bigger, established companies. Whether it’s requiring employees to
Sometimes, it’s the small things that make the difference between an average leader and a great leader. Nowhere is this more evident than in communication. The
In the beginning, an entrepreneur’s focus may be more on investing into the business instead of into their own bank account. Yet, as a fledgling startup grows into a successful business, things change. After a few years,
Hiring an initial team member is a milestone for any business, but it is especially critical for solopreneurs or two-person teams: The new hire is going to take on a significant portion of the brand work. Even when roles are not split so evenly, new members in such a small team have
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Becoming an entrepreneur is an exciting adventure. With that first-time excitement also come a lot of lessons to learn. One thing new entrepreneurs struggle with is wanting to be in tight control of every detail in order
Hiring an initial team member is a milestone for any business, but it is especially critical for solopreneurs or two-person teams: The new hire is going to take on a significant portion of the brand work. Even when roles are not split so evenly, new members in such a small team have
Just because you’re an entrepreneur doesn’t mean you have to do it all. Sometimes, that’s counterproductive.
Question: What is one task you’ve learned to outsource or delegate?
These business owners pull motivation from every area of their lives.
Question: What is your biggest daily motivation to keep working hard?
Between working all hours of the day to carrying a heavy load of responsibilities, nine entrepreneurs reveal why being your own boss isn’t as glamorous as it’s cracked up to be.
Focus your skills on where they are best served within your company and your team will follow suit.
Question: What is one simple best practice I can adopt to become a better leader this year?
A mentor has a huge influence on how you run your business. A mentor guides you in ways you never would have thought about, helping you make smarter decisions and connecting you with other industry experts. Finding the right one
A mentor has a huge influence on how you run your business. A mentor guides you in ways you never would have thought about, helping you make smarter decisions and connecting you with other industry experts. Finding the right one
When it comes to getting your first business off the ground, failure may seem inevitable. But if you’re able to recognize these fears and discover ways to overcome them, you’ll find you may just have a fighting chance at success.
A mentor has a huge influence on how you run your business. A mentor guides you in ways you never would have thought about, helping you make smarter decisions and connecting you with other industry experts. Finding the right one
It’s great that your customers are getting a bargain, but don’t sell yourself short. Here’s how to match your product or service with the right price point.
Your mission statement must convey your core values and communicate why you’re in business in the first place. It also needs to be expertly crafted, however, to ensure it stands out in the mind of your stakeholders.
As a new founder, you may be worried about even making the tiniest of mistakes while your business is still in its early stages. It’s how you combat and conquer these fears, however, that will determine your success in the long run.
It’s great that your customers are getting a bargain, but don’t sell yourself short. Here’s how to match your product or service with the right price point.
FounderSociety member company Aligned Signs, a self-discovery website that connects like-minded users, finished 2015 by receiving a U.S. patent on its unique algorithm of relationship-building through
A fresh start can be all you need to eliminate the habits that caused you to burn out in 2015.
Question: What is one daily practice I should include in my New Year’s resolutions in order to better avoid burnout?
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What you do when you first wake up in the morning will determine the course of the rest of your day.
When you’re a founder, it’s your job to perfect your business’ “elevator pitch” — that is, explaining who you are, what you do, and what your goals are in 60 seconds
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Look for these key traits before offering your next position to a potential candidate.
Question: What one quality do you believe all hires need to work for a startup?
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It’s the questions they probably won’t expect that will give you the greatest insight.
Question: What’s an out-of-the-box question to ask my business mentor?
Look for these key traits before offering your next position to a potential candidate.
Question: What one quality do you believe all hires need to work for a startup?
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It’s the questions they probably won’t expect that will give you the greatest insight.
Question: What’s an out-of-the-box question to ask my business mentor?
Your company size shouldn’t dictate how much business you do.
Question: Our company is very small and new, but we want to appear larger. What is one thing we can do to build credibility with customers?
What might seem counterintuitive can increase your productivity the most.
Question: As a first-time entrepreneur, how can I overcome my obsession with perfecting every part of my business?
When starting a company, networking is incredibly important. While this can be difficult for shyer types, more extroverted personalities seem to have an innate ability to make friends and contacts. However, even extroverts can use a bit of finesse to make the most out of their natural talents.
Showing simple signs of appreciation often amounts to more than signing a check. Here’s how to properly thank those who consistently deliver for your company.
When it comes to mediums like video, every second counts.
Question: Quick: What’s one tip for creating a more engaging video for customers?
Question: What is one critical thing I should consider before starting my first business?
The answers below are provided by members of FounderSociety, an invitation-only organization comprised of ambitious startup founders and business owners.
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These entrepreneurs have been though it all, and here are the top financial tips they wish they received from the very beginning.
Jessica M. Baker is the Founder and CEO of Aligned Signs, the only patented self-discovery and relationship tool of its kind. Ms. Baker fuels her business ventures with expertise gained from nine years of experience in finance, business analysis, client management and research.
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Astrology and Dating to be discussed at the January 20-22, 2015 iDate Super Conference in Las Vegas
New York, NY–Ticonderoga Ventures, Inc. announces that the topic of astrology and dating will be covered at the 40th international Internet Dating Conference in Las Vegas.
Spring is in the air, and there’s no looking back. No more polar vortexes, puffer coats and nights in to shield yourself from the bone-chilling cold – it’s all sunshine, flowers a
Valentine’s Day has a way of making singles feel self-conscious about their relationship status.
Despite attempts to counteract the overwhelming amount of marketing to couples, such as Singles Awareness Day,
Call us romantics, but we believe in the stars. Sure, we sometimes doubt what they have in store, but our superstition tends to goad us, and we spend an inordinate amount of time devouring our monthly horoscope
Looking for a potential mate? If you’re hoping that the stars align for you and a special someone, there’s now a mobile app for that.
In the rat race of time, many of us chase things outside of ourselves for the promise of future happiness: a promotion, a new material object, a significant other, the list goes on. Alas, the satisfaction we reap from the external world
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I didn’t want to create a dating site; I wanted to
The I am CEO Handbook (Volume 1) is the first volume of the much anticipated handbook and guide with tips and information for Entrepreneurs, Startups & Business Owners.
