Innovation
Why Small Companies Have the Innovation Advantage
BY Sam Hogg
Why big companies would rather buy your company instead of launching their own competitive version.
How Steve Jobs Saved Apple
BY Jason Fell
When he returned in 1997, one of Jobs' first goals was to review the company's bloated product line. Part of our blog series this week on the autobiography of Steve Jobs.
Play Video Insights: Spanx's Sara Blakely on the Drive to Succeed (Video)
The founder of the body-shaping undergarment company talks about the vision for her invention and how she prepared for its success.
Remembering Apple's Steve Jobs
BY Jason Fell and Teri Evans
Reactions to news of the death of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs emerged within hours from his competitors, fellow entrepreneurs and others influenced by his work and life.
Play Video Jungle City's Ann Mincieli on the Secret to Staying Competitive (Video)
The groundbreaking recording engineer talks about how her studio stays on the cutting edge. Her advice: Hire a motivated team with passion and a hunger to try new things. Part of our Insights series.
Play Video Docstoc's Jason Nazar on Fostering Innovation (Video)
A successful Internet entrepreneur talks about the virtues of failing fast when creating a new product or trying to do something new. Once you learn a lesson, incorporate it in your routines. 'Don't fail at the same thing more than once,' he says.
Play Video Quirky's Ben Kaufman on Innovation (Video)
Meet the founder of Quirky, a crowdsourced product-development company. Its mission is "to make invention accessible." Its goal: to invent two new consumer products a week. He shares his views on creativity and starting up as part of our Innovators series.
Play Video The Innovators: Looptworks' Scott Hamlin (Video)
Co-founder of an upcycled clothing and accessories maker describes a new frontier for product innovations.
10 Things to Thank Steve Jobs For
BY Diana Ransom and Jason Fell
Steve Jobs died at the age of 56. We're reprising this article as we look back at his extraordinary life.
Small Business Lessons from the Hottest Retailers
BY Carol Tice
Here's how some retailers managed to thrive despite the nation's economic malaise.
Play Video How Investors View Innovation (Video)
When it comes to impressing investors, profits trump innovation. Highlights from our Entrepreneur Magazine Roundtable.
Play Video Seth Godin on Failing Until You Succeed (Video)
Author Seth Godin shares his views on taking risks, challenging the status quo and starting a business with Bryan Elliott for 'Behind the Brand.' (20:34)
Play Video Seth Godin on the Importance of Curiosity (Video)
Marketing guru Seth Godin talks about our culture, business and the need for wonder in a conversation with Bryan Elliott for 'Behind the Brand.'
Play Video Seth Godin on Testing Out New Ideas (Video)
The celebrated author talks about experimenting and problem solving with Bryan Elliott for 'Behind the Brand.'
Venture Capital in Reverse: The Business Idea First, Then the Entrepreneur
BY Gwen Moran
A Kansas City firm turns the traditional VC funding model on its head and captures new opportunities.
Play Video Insights: On Keeping Products Fresh (Video)
Keep an eye on the here and now, as well as what's coming down the road, says entrepreneur Scott Flora.
Play Video The Innovators: Nifty After Fifty's Sheldon Zinberg (Video)
The founder of a fitness center for 50-somethings shares his views on pioneering a new business concept. (02:42)
Play Video The Innovators: Blik Wall Graphics' Scott Flora (Video)
The co-founder of a startup interior-design products maker on starting a new company and nurturing new business ideas. (02:28)
Innovation Gurus: Bruce Mau and John Kao
BY Joe Robinson
The big idea to move your company to the next level can happen, if you put in the work -- and play while you're at it.
Play Video Wayne Coyne of the Flaming Lips on Reinvention (Video)
The frontman for the alternative rock band shares his thoughts about innovation, success and learning from mistakes.
Play Video The Innovators: Behance's Scott Belsky (Video)
The founder of a network for creative professionals shares his thoughts on ideas, execution and innovation.
A Reinvention for the Long Haul
BY Jason Fell
How a focus on innovation sparked a rebound from the recession.
Play Video The Innovators: Digital Chocolate's Trip Hawkins (Video)
The founder of the social gaming company talks about creating a workplace that inspires creativity and new ideas.
Play Video The Innovators: SmugMug's Don and Chris MacAskill (Video)
The founders on an upstart photo-sharing service talk about starting their business.
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