Building a Business
The Best Way To Get What You Want? Focus On Your Customers’ Needs.
Forget your own desires, and lead with the value you can provide.
By Jason Feifer
March 2019
Building a Business
The Property Brothers Offer Free Advice On Building a Strong Business — and a Strong Partnership
Drew and Jonathan Scott talked to two Entrepreneur readers (and husband-and-wife cofounders) about strengthening their working relationship.
Entrepreneurs
Don’t Solve That Problem Tomorrow. Do It Right Now.
According to these veteran corporate consultants, nothing kills companies faster than slow decision-making and action-taking.
Thought Leaders
11 Entrepreneurs Who Broke All the Rules-and Achieved Great Success
Rules are made to be broken, right? Take inspiration from these founders, who trusted their gut and reaped the benefits.
Building a Business
An Old, Handwritten Recipe Keeps This Chef Inspired and Focused
Her mother's cookie recipe reminds Deborah VanTrece that she is strong and capable. (And yes, the cookie is on the menu at her restaurant.)
Building a Business
Why These Founders Gave Their Suppliers and Manufacturers a Piece of the Company
Finding (and affording) a great partner as a young startup can be challenging, so these entrepreneurs proposed a more permanent relationship -- and their businesses are thriving.
Thought Leaders
How to Get Your First Big Win in Business
Six entrepreneurs look back on how they earned that pivotal first "Yes!"
Marketing
How These Franchisees Became Franchisors
Whether they started a new brand or bought their parent company, these four entrepreneurs took the leap and became the big boss.
Human Resources
Get Comfortable Inside Dollar Shave Club’s California Headquarters
Whether they're off to a power lunch or sporting sweats for "Athleisure Day," the company's team gets work done.
By Kristin Hunt
Business Legal
What Franchises Should Look for in a Law Firm
How to find a lawyer who will focus more on moving your business forward and less on billable hours.
Buying a Franchise
After Fleeing Vietnam at 20, This Entrepreneur Built A Thriving Education Franchise
Hao Lam learned the power of persistence at a young age, and used it to create Best In Class Education, a franchise with 59 locations across the country.
Building a Business
How To Launch a Business While Minimizing Risk
There are no guarantees in business, but take these steps to set yourself up for success.
Buying a Franchise
This Franchise’s Publicist Loved the Company So Much, She Became a Franchisee
After years representing franchises, Ellie Lamonaca fell hard and fast for Conserva Irrigation.
Brick & Mortar
The Property Brothers’ Business Empire Depends on One Thing: Their Very Strong Partnership
Drew and Jonathan Scott have conquered the real estate, design, and entertainment worlds. And they know that they're better together.
Building a Business
Wellness Brand Moon Juice Has Plenty of Haters — and Its Founder Is Cool With That
Amanda Chantal Bacon is used to seeing eyes roll when she talks about her products. (Sex Dust, as an example.) But when business is booming, who has time to care?
By Liz Brody
Online Presence
Lilly Singh Conquered YouTube — Now She’s Taking On Hollywood
With a new gig as one of NBC's late-night talk show hosts, the comedian and content creator is ready to tackle traditional media.