Jennifer Wang
Jennifer Wang is a staff writer at Entrepreneur magazine in Southern California. She’s been writing about business for newspapers and magazines since 2004, beginning with a stint in the publications department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, where she realized that economics could, in fact, be cool.
How to Build a Stellar Team at a High-Potential Startup
Ready to add an employee or 12 to your roster? Put these recruiting and hiring strategies to work for your growing company.
Peter Thiel on What You Can't Learn in College
The venture capitalist and co-founder of PayPal answers questions about his initiative to back the business dreams of select teen entrepreneurs willing to put their educations on hold.
Khu.sh's Prerna Gupta Pioneers High-Tech Music for the Masses
This 29-year-old CEO has her sights set on expansion with her apps LaDiDa and Songify and seed funding from angel investors. Part of our annual Young Millionaires report.
GumGum's Ophir Tanz Spins Gold from Ads on Images Online
This twentysomething innovator created a successful digital ad network for Web images. Learn how he did it. Part of our annual Young Millionaires report.
From Business Idea to Successful Startup in Three Months
How Zaarly quickly brought its concept to market, complete with celebrity investment and lots of buzz.
Ways Inventors Can Get Stuff Made
Maybe you don't want to give up the rights to your brilliant idea. We understand. Here are some options for inventors.
Quirky: The Solution to the Innovator's Dilemma
At the age of 24, Ben Kaufman already has a successful startup track record. With Quirky, he's tapped into the power of open innovation and created a place where anyone can become an inventor.Six Tips for Breaking Bad News
Everyone has to deliver unwelcome information at some point. Here's one expert's take on a better way to do it.
The Best Bar to . . . Network Without Spending Big Bucks: Copa D'Oro
This Santa Monica, Calif., hangout offers the kind of soft lighting and easy-on-the-wallet happy hour that can appeal to Gen-X startup founders.
Stumptown's Duane Sorenson, the Coffee Connoisseur
This innovator elevated coffee to a level of appreciation on par with gourmet food and fine wine. An inside look at how the company helped launch a culture of coffee aficionados.
How to Open a Coffee Bar
Consider these essentials to help make your caffeinated dreams come true. Plus, a list of the leading coffee franchises.
A San Francisco Incubator Blends Foodie and Startup Culture
The Summit SF is helping entrepreneurs brew the next big idea.
Five Steps for Finding an Ideal Mentor
Here's how to nab the right mentor and get the most out of the relationship. Plus, five resources to help you start your search.
How to Be a Gaming Entrepreneur
So you want to launch the next Farmville? Here's how, as told through a game-design document.
Meet the Entrepreneurs Behind the Booming Business of Games
These guys aren't playing around. And social-gaming incubator chief Peter Relan is the game master.Anatomy of the Game
The global gaming industry is expected to reach $40 billion in revenue by 2012.1 Here are some cheat codes to help you win a piece of it.
How ShareSquare Is Leading the QR-Code Marketing Pack
This Los Angeles-based company helps fans connect with bands and brands using quick-response codes. Plus, a look at other game-changers in the social-media space.
How Polyvore Became a Trend-Setter in Social Shopping
This online community tells your network what to wear. Plus, a look at more ground-breakers in social commerce.
How Betterworks Is Helping Startups Perk Up Their Perks
This Santa Monica, Calif.-based service boosts benefits for strapped startups. Plus, a look at game changers in the startup business-to-business space.
Guy Kawasaki on the Art of Enchantment
The business guru shares his views on how to be really winning.
Patagonia Founder Yvon Chouinard on His Latest Social Venture
Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard is using music, fish and--of course--clothing to fuel environmental causes.
An Online Jukebox Makes Music a Social Experience
Forget buying CDs or even downloading MP3s. With Rdio's streaming service, music moves from a purchase decision to a social experience.
How Marlo Scott Ditched the Big Office and Big Salary to Get Her Sweet Revenge
Marlo Scott transcended the whole sticky-sweet cupcake trend with a genius concept--serve them with booze!
Upcycling Becomes a Treasure Trove for Green Business Ideas
Forget recycling. Reusing materials discarded in the manufacturing process is a growing force behind a fresh new industry.
How Airbnb Can Make Business Travel More Fun
Next time you hit the road on business, skip the hotel and check into an igloo or castle instead.
At South By Southwest, Here's Your To-Do List
For the lucky entrepreneurs in bright sunny Austin this week, here are a few musts to fill out your itinerary.
How to Clean Up Your Online Reputation
Skweal takes complaints out of the public forum, giving businesses a chance to make good
How to Buy a Business
A business matchmaker on how to size up a company for sale.
Y Combinator's Paul Graham on Why Some Companies Get His Cash and Others Don't
Paul Graham spills: Why some companies get his cash and others don't





