How a local tour business conquers accessibility barriers
People with disabilities face many barriers to outdoor recreation, but by listening to her clients’ needs, Alexis Newlin has built a local tour business where accessibility is a priority.
Topic: Behind the Business
Sometimes you just need a little inspiration. Go “behind the business” with hair stylists, mechanics, chefs, and more who saw a need and turned it into a community. Fellow business owners share how they stay motivated, advice that helps them grow, and other lessons from their entrepreneurial journey.
94 posts in Behind the Business
MF Strong’s Yelp journey—from starting her Yelp Page to getting her first client
After claiming her business on Yelp, Miriam Fried saw results within two weeks. Follow along to join her journey on Yelp, from updating her business information to getting her first client from the platform.
How an Army veteran brought perseverance and patience to her food truck business
One of Yelp’s Veteran Business Fund winners, Stephanie Bacskay, shares how she used lessons from the Army to keep her food truck’s engine running.
From pop-up to a brick-and-mortar: charting Persimmon Coffee’s small business journey
A chance meeting sparked the idea for Persimmon Coffee, and the connections just kept coming—from the trio of founders to an expansive network of supporters and mentors.
‘The obstacle is the way’: navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship
Owner of BIPOC-focused jewelry store Adornment & Theory, Viviana Langhoff talks about building a strong business owner mentality and turning obstacles into valuable lessons.
Top restaurateur Leah Cohen on delegating, hiring, and learning from failure
Chef Leah Cohen shares her biggest lessons learned as a business owner and working mom, including tips for delegating, staying true to your vision, and knowing when to let go.
Words of wisdom and optimism from a barber with a 30-year old dream
Entrepreneur Gabriel Flores opened a barbershop all on his own, a dream 33 years in the making. Read his best advice for staying motivated and pursuing your passion despite inevitable obstacles.
At the #1 restaurant from Yelp’s Top 100, everyone is family
Food and family are forever intertwined at the #1 restaurant on Yelp’s Top 100 2023—a Hawaiian-Korean eatery dedicated to breaking barriers and treating customers as family.
From backroom hobby to family business: Shaggy’s Copper Country Skis
Shaggy's Copper Country Skis is built on family, expert craftsmanship, and of course, a love for the snow. Hear how they've carved a special place in town for both their community and employees.
‘There’s a secret behind honey bees:’ lessons from an immigrant beekeeper
California beekeeper Khaled Almaghafi is inspired by the way honey bees reflect social values like humility, dedication, and perspective—and how humans can learn from them. Hear his story.
How a wellness entrepreneur paved her way to health and success
Siffat Haider started her entrepreneurial journey like many others: in the corporate world. She was working as a beauty editor at Elle Canada, but when she...
How a 30-year, fine-dining veteran keeps the customer experience fresh
Chef Jason Helfer founded Peasant Village with his father on the principles of creativity and great customer service. After thirty years in business, Jason continues to innovate upon his family legacy with techniques that make the residents of San Angelo feel like VIPs.