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Marilynn Joyner, founder and CEO of Her Workplace, wanted to build the resource she couldn't find.

The top 10 burger franchises on the Franchise 500 aren't just fan favorites — they're smart investments with brand strength, franchisee support and growth to back them up.

The most valuable skill in business today is translation — the power to bridge vision and execution, clarity and complexity, strategy and reality.

Whether you need a little extra money or you want to earn a full-time income, TaskRabbit can be one of your best options.

Working with your spouse can be an incredible experience, especially when you share the same goals and values. Here's how to do it successfully.

For many, retirement presents the perfect opportunity to start a second career based on a lifelong passion.

Julie Mulligan, co-founder and CEO, shares the secret ingredients to Black Tap's worldwide growth and brand expansion.

The Green brothers are rewriting the rules of business — proving a company can thrive while giving away 100% of its profits.

The right rental strategy makes owning a second home possible.

Here's what successful solopreneurs taught me about business and entrepreneurship.

Rachel Dang, owner of Urban Nail Box, shares how using Square helps her unique nail salon and coffee shop in Seattle continue to thrive.

These five factors may determine whether you can build a thriving ecommerce business or not.

Dennis Tinerino, 39, was working in online sales when he discovered an intriguing earning opportunity.

Moniqueca Sims seized a lucrative opportunity in the appliance repair space.

"I can't cut corners because it reflects directly on me and my family," says Mark Samuel of Mark's Snacks

Here's why the next billion-dollar AI startups will solve boring, painful problems.

A casual kitchen observation sparked Dylan Wolff's idea to tackle water waste in restaurants. His startup, CNSRV, saves water, cuts costs and improves food quality with a portable defrosting machine.

Millie Blumka and Taylor Borenstein encountered a frustrating fitness issue during the pandemic and wondered if other people felt the same.

Brandon Bailey's partnership with a Bronzeville middle school helped inspire a business that makes education accessible.

Small, targeted fixes in the customer journey — like building trust upfront, reducing friction and automating steps — can cut abandonment and boost conversion rates without a full redesign.

Most side hustle stories are about a young person's effort that pays off big. However, a side hustle can be just as relevant for entrepreneurs who are at a different stage in their career, where the runway in front of them is shorter than behind them.