Starting a business
The Essential Elements of a Commercial Lease
BY Entrepreneur Staff
Renting a space for your business can feel overwhelming. Go in armed with knowledge and it will be much easier.
Startup Snapshot: Oklahoma City
BY Entrepreneur Staff
A look at a surprising startup city, plus three other locations to keep your eye on.
10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing an Office Space
BY Lisa Girard
When setting up your base of operations for a startup, you have to think not only about location but also about your future needs. Here's what you need to remember before moving in.
Nonprofit Incubator Teaches Low-Income Women to Build Restaurant Businesses
BY Melinda Newman
The story of one La Cocina graduate and her quest to cook up authentic Mexican tastes.
World-Champion Skier Jeremy Bloom's Unconventional Path to Entrepreneurship
BY John Patrick Pullen
He missed his shot at Olympic gold, his football career was sidelined by injuries. He has dabbled in modeling and TV presenting. Now, the golden boy may have finally found his footing, in what once would have seemed an unlikely arena: entrepreneurship.
6 Ways to Build Customer Loyalty
BY Entrepreneur Staff
Effective ways to follow up that ensure your business is always in the customer's mind.
Branding's Cardinal Sins: 3 Common Mistakes to Avoid
BY Alanna Francis
In launching a new company, resist the urge to be overly creative and dull when dreaming up your brand name. See our list of branding's cardinal sins.
Tips to Go Above and Beyond With Customer Service
BY Entrepreneur Staff
Customer loyalty is hard to win and easy to lose. Here's how to make the extra effort required to stand out from the competition.
How to Make Sure Your Business Gets Paid
BY Entrepreneur Staff
The elements of prompt and accurate invoices.
Seth Godin on the 3 Essential Skills Every Entrepreneur Should Cultivate
BY Bryan Elliott
Changing your way of thinking can change your whole approach to your business. Here's how.
The 10 Magic Phrases of Customer Service
BY Entrepreneur Staff
There are certain words that every customer wants to hear. Here's what to say to win loyal customers.
Train Your Brain to Overcome Fear
BY Nadia Goodman
Three tips to help you get over your fears and take bigger risks.
How to Spread the Word Through Content Marketing
BY Katherine Duncan
Five tips for getting your online content marketing message right.
Creating a Blueprint for Your Brand Strategy
BY Entrepreneur Staff
The basics of what a branding strategy is and how to create one for your startup.
10 Questions to Ask Before Quitting Your Job to Start a Business
BY Alina Dizik
How do you know when the time is right to make the leap?
Get Out of Limbo: How to Go From Dream to Decision
BY Nadia Goodman
Whether youâre an aspiring entrepreneur who just can't take the leap or you're trapped in a tough business dilemma, consider these strategies to get unstuck.
What You Need to Know About Music Licensing for Your Business
BY Lindsay LaVine
Four need-to-know tips for businesses that play music.
How to Win a Business Negotiation
BY Entrepreneur Staff
Almost every aspect of business involves a certain amount of negotiation -- here's how to come out on the winning side.
Quick Guide to Reduce Insurance Premiums and File Effective Claims
BY Entrepreneur Staff
The ins and outs of keeping your insurance costs down.
How to Create a High Performance Office
BY Entrepreneur Staff
From equipment to lighting to privacy, office design can have a tremendous effect on morale -- here's how to get it right.
SXSW Hopefuls: 3 Young Startups on Their Strategies for Getting Discovered
BY Kara Ohngren
Few startups would balk at the opportunity to make a big splash at SXSW Interactive. We check in with three startups that hope to do just that.
How to Write a Press Release That Gets Noticed
BY Entrepreneur Staff
Everything you need to know about getting your information into the hands of the media.
4 Reasons Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start Up
BY Adam Toren
When it comes to launching a business, you can make countless excuses, but you have to have faith. Here's how to confidently take the plunge.




