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On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses the importance of supporting local bookstores and highlights “The Bookstour,” a new…
StartupNation’s new video series, HomeGrown, will explore the small businesses that are at the heart of our communities…
We are in a day and age where the lines of communication are always open, even if you…
Many people dream of turning a side hustle, hobby or passion project into a legitimate, full time job.…
Are you looking for a healthy work environment with a job that offers mental health benefits? As the mental…
Despite what you might see in the news, entrepreneurs aren’t just software developers, hip millennials and venture capitalists.…
Some entrepreneurs hold the notion that customer relationship management (CRM) solutions are like marble lobbies and corporate jets:…
One of the most critical steps in successfully scaling a business is to hire staff, and the hiring…
A truly global workforce can diversify revenue streams and enhance your company’s talent pool. I know this firsthand.…
On today’s food-themed episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff talks to food entrepreneurs Jessica Harold and Patrick Hingst of…
People are often surprised to hear that millennials are using coupons at a faster clip rate than older…
With the holidays quickly approaching, kids may be ramping up their entrepreneurial efforts to afford the same gadgets…
The year 2020 will always be synonymous with words like “tragic,” “traumatic” and “tough.” For Mosquito Authority® franchise…
A good idea and entrepreneurial spirit are certainly required if you want to establish a new business. But…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses a recent CNBC study on the best states to base a business,…
Cash flow is one of the top concerns for small business owners and entrepreneurs, according to a recent…
Like many industries, the insurance world has its own language, with a glossary full of acronyms that routinely…
Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky once said, “I skate to where the puck is going to be, not to…
The following is excerpted from “Start a Successful Business: Expert Advice to Take Your Startup from Idea to…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses a new study from Avionos, which finds that consumer trust is more…
Mike Faherty is the founder and CEO of ProSales Connection, a marketing firm that specializes in working with B2B…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses back-to-school spending, with estimates of $37.1 billion on elementary through high school…
For centuries, philosophers have wondered whether or not a tree that falls in a forest makes a sound…
The following is excerpted from “This Is How We Rise: Reach Your Highest Potential, Empower Women, Lead Change…
By now, many of us are owners of an Amazon Echo, a Google Home, or other voice-activated assistant.…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses what companies need to do to keep employees satisfied and loyal: implement…
I’ve worked in accounting my whole career, so I can say this without shedding a tear: hardly anybody…
Many entrepreneurs are the “big picture” people among us; they have that rare combination of dreamer and doer.…
You can come up with a great idea for a mobile app and spend time and money to…
The success of young entrepreneurship has been on a steady decline over the past decade, as reported by…
Like it or not, there’s both an art and science to learning how to write cold emails that…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses how three companies alone receive half of all U.S. ad spend: Google,…
The path to greatness starts with a critical look in the mirror. These accomplished entrepreneurs share their best,…
StartupNation founder and CEO, Jeff Sloan, shares a conversation with Ara Topouzian, executive director of the Michigan Venture Capital…
Chatbot: Hello! How may I assist you today? Customer: Is this app available on iPhone 7? Chatbot: Yes,…
In 2019, venture capital investment into U.S. startups nearly doubled from $88 billion to $144 billion. So, while…
A company of owners is a company of engaged individuals. Company culture has been an increasingly important focus…
The gig economy can be a wonderful way to supplement your income while you’re building a new business.…
Repurposing your blog content is valuable for three important reasons. It allows you to drive new traffic to…
The market looks vastly different than it did a year ago, which means new opportunities — for better…
Times change, including how entrepreneurs run a business. Between the internet and technology, it is possible to avoid…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff chats with Michael Spath, client executive and small business advisor at Kapnick Insurance…
As we look forward into 2018 and beyond, there are a number of technology trends that will shape…
Are you familiar with the story of Zeno of Cyprus? Here’s a quick synopsis: a merchant named Zeno…
Here’s a fun question: How many eyes does it take to use a smartphone, TV, laptop, desktop and…
The “secret sauce” that makes a startup unique and profitable can be among its most important competitive advantages…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff talks to Greg Packer, CEO of HR outsourcing firm AccessPoint and StartupNation’s human…
When I’m driving or taking my dog for a walk, I like to listen to books or podcasts.…
On this week’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff talks to three Detroit entrepreneurs: Brad Baxter and Jacob Zuppke…
Pop-up shops are temporary storefronts that allow brands to connect with their customers in a brick-and-mortar space for…