Entrepreneur magazine
January 2016
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2016's Women to Watch
These women are making their mark on the business world. If you don't know who they are, you will.
5 Tips for Maintaining Work-Life Balance, From People Who've Been There
Finding a personal and professional middle ground is a constant struggle for entrepreneurs with a passion for business. This article can help.
What VCs Want in 2016
From cybersecurity to robotics: 2016 investment predictions from top VCs
Meet the Fearless Female Franchisors Who are Living Their Dreams
Two franchisors who took big risks to bring their passions to life.
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Tips for Interviewing Every Hiring Manager Should Know
A few requests from job hunters to interviewers.
Remote Control: The Tools and Tactics You Need to Manage a Far-Flung Workforce
How do you maintain productivity, communication and morale when your staffers are all over the map?
Tipping Point: Is It Time to Rethink Gratuity in Restaurants?
There's a growing movement to eliminate gratuities for servers. What does this mean for the restaurant world?
Why Big Brands Are Offering Big Funds to Small Businesses
Small businesses are cashing in from corporate loans and grants.
The Minimum Wage Battle Is Here to Stay
The fight will continue to drag on, state by state and city by city, over the next few years.
Little Extras That Make a Big Difference to Employees
Want to reward your workers without offering bonuses? The little things count, so look at this list of benefits that your staff will appreciate.
How an Injured Rodeo Champ Started a Business That Caught the Eye of Daymond John
Ryan Ehmann knows what it means to fall down and get back up again.
The Franchise World Finally Gets the Whole 'Big Data' Thing
Franchises are using big data to customize marketing, select locations and manage staffing.
How 'No' Might Become 'Go' in the World of Venture Funding
An expert offers some reflections on rejections.
The Best and Worst Franchise Marketing Campaigns of 2015
Here are the campaigns that made us cringe, chuckle and, at times, collectively facepalm.
Why Franchising Was Key to Righting the Ship for This Boat Club
With a motivated captain at the helm, a membership boating club has sailed up Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 rankings.
This Franchise Gives Hair Stylists a Salon of Their Own Without the High Costs
Phenix offers hair stylists, manicurists and other beauty workers a suite where they can run their own show.
How a Startup Is Helping Retailers by Using Digital Tests in Physical Spaces
An NYC startup applies A/B testing -- common in the digital space -- to convert foot traffic to sales in brick-and-mortar stores.
How These Franchises Established a Company Culture That Works
Company culture is more than flip-flops and Ping-Pong -- it's a critical strategy for helping define and maintain a consistent brand atmosphere among disparate groups of franchisees and staff.
How This Ex-Police Officer Found a Business in Cleaning Up Crime Scenes, Hoarders' Homes
Laura Spaulding's act of kindness in 2005 led her to a revelation about crime-scene cleanup.
What's Hot in Franchising? The Big Takeaways From Our Franchise 500 Ranking.
From hotels to fast food, a look at which sectors are powering the franchise world.
Entrepreneur's Franchise 500: How We Decide Who Makes the Cut
The companies that made our annual list were judged by their financial strength and stability, growth rate and size.
How Secondhand Clothing Gave This Woman a Second Chance
Rita Cortese risked everything for her Plato's Closet franchise.
How This Family Rebuilt Their Business After Devastating Losses
A personal tragedy and an economic downturn hit David Ogburn hard, but he staged a comeback.
How This Entrepreneur Coped With Tragedy While Running a Business
Barry Foot turned his passion for cruises into his profession. Then he used his profession to honor his late wife.
How These Entrepreneurs Bounced Back From Unfathomable Loss
Let the stories of these three franchise owners inspire you.
The Top 10 Franchises of 2016
These companies came out on top in our annual Franchise 500 ranking.
Invoice Organization Made Easy: This Cloud-Based Solution Was Created in 2 Weeks
Plate iQ is helping a restaurant chain turns mountains of invoices into a more efficient operation.
Is This the Biggest Advancement in Diabetes Management Since the Insulin Pump?
A well-designed printing process can help low-income diabetics get the care they need.
3 Quick Tips for Handling an Upset Customer
This advice will keep you cool in a conflict.
How an Off-Season Hobby Grew into a Slick Business
Brent Christensen's Ice Castles creates frozen fantasies, and business is heating up.
Why SalesLoft's Second Wind Is Going Strong
This software suite revamped itself, and now it's raking in funds.
4 Pain Points of Future Flights and How to Handle Them
All signs point to worsening flight experiences. What can be done?
How to Pick a Customer Relationship Management Tool That Fits Your Business
CRM tools are a great way to manage a growing client roster. Here's some expert advice on picking the one that's best for you.
Why Points of Difference Could Be What Brings Your Company Together
Someone "not like us" may be just who you need.
How a Thirst for Fashion Is Driving Sales for This Hot Accessory
Stylish stainless-steal water bottles have earned celebrities and high-end stores as fans.
How to Repel the Wrong Customers -- and Attract the Right Ones
You don't want everyone to like you, just the right ones.
Meet Fear's Antidote: Hope
A seemingly small act -- returning to normal, daily life after tragedy -- takes a great deal of courage.
