DIY

Tech

Don’t Let Fear Keep You From Building That App

Stop focusing on the fact millions of apps are already for sale and start focusing on getting a piece of the billions in app sales every month.

By Steve Eakin

Business News

Building a Car or Fixing a House? These YouTubers Can Help.

For DIYers who like to make their own furniture, one of the YouTube superstars of the so-called maker video scene is a 50-year-old master craftsman named Jimmy Diresta.

By Jon Kalish

Building a Business

Why Did So Many Contractors Once Fear ‘This Old House?’

Teaching potential clients how to do what you do is good marketing.

By Gene Marks

Tech

This Gizmo Literally Lets You See Through Walls

Dreamed of x-ray vision? This startup has the answer -- sort of.

By Jason Fell

Tech

This Might be the Most Ridiculous Contraption Ever Constructed

A Swedish engineer soars high, then crashes his homemade flying chair thing.

By Jason Fell

Online Presence

4 DIY Marketing Tips for Empty-Wallet Entrepreneurs

You don't need to break the bank to generate leads online, use these cost effective social media tools.

By Maria Dykstra

Marketing

5 Marketing Tips for Reaching the DIY Generation

These tips will help you put your marketing campaign in front of more people.

By Anna Johansson

Tech

The Pros and Cons of DIY Website vs. Professionally Developed

Options for building websites today are abundant, so how can you decide which path is best for you?

By Leo Welder

Online Presence

How a Glue Developer Turned Bad Luck Into a DIY Sensation

Jane ni Dhulchaointigh turned a sticky situation into a successful business in five steps.

By Grant Davis

Building a Business

5 Pro Tips for a Successful Do-It-Yourself Public Relations Campaign

You don't need to write the five-figure check to sign up for professional PR services.

By Craig Corbett

Building a Business

9 Reasons Why Your Business Growth Has Plateaued — and How to Fix That

An outdated business plan and a lack of drive are just a couple of reasons why you might be stuck.

By Chelsea Berler

Tech

4 Simple Strategies to Increase Your Website’s Conversion Rate

Here are a few things most entrepreneurs may be missing that are affecting their conversion rates, online growth, and a genuine connection with their audience.

By Jess Catorc

Tech

Is a DIY App In Your Future?

App use by small businesses is set to double. The good news is they are easier than ever to develop.

By Susan Solovic

Thought Leaders

5 Business Lessons Learned Playing in a Punk Rock Band

The endless hours of grueling, low-paid work typical of playing in a band is a lot like launching a business.

By Jon Nastor

Building a Business

7 DIY Rules for When the Reporter Calls

You did the outreach. Now what do you do when someone responds?

By Derek Newton

Business Legal

Before You Use DIY Legal Sites, Consider These Risks

Before you add 'amateur attorney' to your job description, it's important to take a step back and consider if a DIY legal approach is really best for your business.

By Autumn Gentry and Keith Dennen

Marketing

How to Create a Successful DIY Video on a Budget

This guide for beginners will help startups and entrepreneurs create a high-quality video at a low cost.

By Jennifer Jager

Marketing

4 Requirements for Self-Serve Media Relations

Trying to generate attention for your company among reporters? It's not as easy as writing a pitch and pressing send.

By Derek Newton

Thought Leaders

DIY Gin Kit Finds a Home With Spirit Enthusiasts

Two entrepreneurs who dreamed big of opening a distillery have found success by going small.

By Michael Moroney

Business Funding

Tight Budget Launch Dilemma – Outsource or DIY?

The self-funded entrepreneur can neither afford to outsource everything or do things poorly.

By Rohan Ayyar

Tech

The Make-It-Yourself Movement Is a New Mecca for Entrepreneurs

Along with reductions in cost to developing prototypes, these DIYers may also spur creative new ideas.

By Martin Zwilling