4 ways to build and expand your own small business network
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Topic: Entrepreneurial advice
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‘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.
Educational marketing: 3 ways to reveal your value to customers
Photos of Sunbliss Cafe on Yelp As a small business owner, one of your top priorities is to care for your customers by delivering quality products, coming up...
Entrepreneur magazine Editor in Chief Jason Feifer on his favorite advice from a celebrity and how to flip the script on failure
The thought of failing stops many people in their tracks, but according to Entrepreneur magazine Editor in Chief Jason Feifer, failing is actually the first step toward success.
A roadmap for small business sustainability: lessons from the #5 restaurant on Yelp’s Top 100
At the #5 spot on Yelp’s Top 100, customer service and sustainability go hand in hand. The small, take-out only restaurant turning excess produce into colorful noodle dishes proves the most successful sustainable initiatives are developed for the community, by the community.
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.
The front porch model: Convert a first-time customer to a regular in 3 steps
Dogpatch Games owner Shannon Newton visualizes the customer journey in three stages: front porch, living room, kitchen. You ease them into the experience and show them what to expect—until they feel like part of the family.
How to create and grow a customer service mindset in your business
As a small business owner, you are the face of your operation. You set the tone for your team, and you answer to your customer’s expectations. But between...
Small gestures for big results: 4 ways to create surprise and delight
Photo by Aaron Burden Sometimes the smallest touches have the biggest impact. You don’t need to go over-the-top or spend your entire marketing budget to...
‘You have to think bigger:’ a checklist for expanding your business
How do you know if you’re ready to expand your business? Two entrepreneurs break down the critical information business owners need to know before opening a second location.
Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat: tips from the 2023 winners
Broken Mouth, Sababa Falafel Shop, Adela's Country Eater, Pitaland, Trust, Sunbliss (clockwise from top left; photos from Yelp) From greeting guests upon entry...