Founders

Leadership

5 Founder-CEOs Come Together to Discuss the Realities of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and What It Takes to Succeed

In the first episode of The CEO Roundtable, five successful founder-CEOs have a candid conversation about their journeys, the struggles they have faced and what they've learned along the way.

Side Hustle

How to Start a Side Hustle With Facebook, From 4 People Who Did It and Are Earning More Than $1 Million a Year

More than a third of U.S. adults have a side hustle — and online opportunities abound.

Leadership

Should I Stay or Should I Go? 8 Key Points to Navigate the Founder's Dilemma

Here are eight key signs that help founders determine whether to persevere or let go.

Living

I Tried New Sleep Tech From the Cult-Favorite Brand Behind Theragun. Should You Add It to Your Holiday Wish List?

Therabody's SmartGoggles 2nd Generation and SleepMask offer different solutions for sleep.

Starting a Business

Are You Thinking Like a Founder? 4 Principles Every Successful Team Should Follow

Starting a business isn't just about launching products — it's about building a driven team and a mindset that keeps you moving forward. Here are four principles to help founders and their teams grow and succeed, no matter the challenges.

Starting a Business

He Started a Business That Surpassed $100 Million in Under 3 Years: 'Consistent Revenue Right Out of the Gate'

Ryan Close, founder and CEO of Bartesian, had run a few small businesses on the side — but none of them excited him as much as the idea for a home cocktail machine.

Franchise

5 Founders Who Transformed Franchising — And the Powerful Lessons Behind Their Success

Each of these franchise founders faced setbacks that could have ended their dreams. But they pushed through, creating brands that today feel like a part of our daily lives.

Growing a Business

Why 'Founder Mode' is Not a One-Size-Fits-All Solution to Leadership

The founder-driven approach can boost a business's growth, but transitioning from "founder mode" to a balanced leadership style is essential for sustained success and scaling.

Growing a Business

Founder Mode Means Being a Strategic Micromanager — Here's Why That's Actually a Good Thing

Every leader has to balance staying hands-on and empowering their teams to take ownership of daily operations.

Starting a Business

I Grew My Company From $20K to Millions By Focusing on Instincts, Not Investors

A breakdown of how to be flexible and make key strategic decisions in critical moments.

Side Hustle

These Sisters Started a Side Hustle After a 'Light Bulb Moment' Led to a 'Versatile' Product. Now It's Done Over $45 Million in Sales.

Co-founders Lauren Stephens and Kaki McGrath, along with their mother Bonnie Dudley, turned everyday-wear brand Dudley Stephens into a multimillion-dollar success.

Leadership

The Formula For Success: The Portrait Of A (Truly) Great Founder In The MENAPT Region

While there is no single formula for founder greatness, certain patterns have emerged from Nuwa Capital's analysis of some of the most successful founders in the region.

Growing a Business

This Serial Founder on Why It's Cheaper Than Ever to Start a Business — and Other Surprising Insights

Brian Lee cofounded companies like LegalZoom and ShoeDazzle — and he believes many beliefs about business these days are nonsense. Sure, it's harder to raise capital. But it's actually cheaper than ever to start a company.

Employee Experience & Recruiting

Why You Need to Pick Your Co-Founders Very Carefully to Ensure Startup Success

Selecting a co-founder for a startup is quite similar to choosing a life partner. It's a long-term commitment, and it's crucial to make the right choice to avoid driving each other crazy.