Why Commitment Is Essential for New Franchisees

Why Commitment Is Essential for New Franchisees

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Most prospective franchisees express deep commitment to making their business a success. This is especially true during their interviews with management. They say, “Of course I’m going to do whatever it takes! It’s my business and my investment at risk!” Yet, lack of follow-through is a common…

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How to Keep Your Trade Secrets Secure

How to Keep Your Trade Secrets Secure

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A trade secret is a piece of information that is kept secret by its owner and derives independent economic value from its secrecy. Trade secrets include a wide array of information, with individual parts of information not publicly known. For example, the formula for Coca-Cola is a…

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8 Inspirational Quotes on Leadership, Courage and Success From Nelson Mandela

8 Inspirational Quotes on Leadership, Courage and Success From Nelson Mandela

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid trailblazer and former president of South Africa, was born on July 18, 1918. Mandela, who died on Dec. 5, 2013, is considered one of the world’s greatest leaders. After 27 years of imprisonment under South Africa’s apartheid government, Mandela became the country’s first black president…

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Council Post: 10 ‘Rehearsed’ Job Interview Answers Hiring Managers Are Sick Of Hearing

Council Post: 10 ‘Rehearsed’ Job Interview Answers Hiring Managers Are Sick Of Hearing

During job interviews, prospective hires strive to put their best foot forward and provide thoughtful, impressive answers to the interviewer’s questions. While there are countless interview questions an interviewer can ask during the meeting, it’s crucial for interviewees to ensure the answers they give aren’t stale. No matter whether a prospective hire is only saying…

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Monthly Dividend Stocks Can Provide Solid Income

Monthly Dividend Stocks Can Provide Solid Income

These companies provide peace of mind that comes from regular income Many companies pay dividends on a quarterly or annual basis. However, a select group of companies pay out monthly dividends. For income investors, monthly dividend payments generate a predictable source of income. This provides peace of mind because they don’t have to dip into…

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When Is the Best Time to Raise Venture Debt? Here’s the Key.

When Is the Best Time to Raise Venture Debt? Here’s the Key.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Every founder knows how stressful it can be to raise equity for their company, especially when markets are in turmoil and venture dollars are drying up. When you have finally closed a funding round, all you want to do is get back to running your business. After…

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9 Essential Elements to Journal Your Way to Success

9 Essential Elements to Journal Your Way to Success

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Richard Branson does it. Oprah swears by it. Julia Cameron has sold four million copies of The Artist’s Way, which guides people through it. It’s a fact: Keeping a journal can make you more successful. As Stephen Covey wrote in Primary Greatness: The 12 Levers of Success,…

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Disclosure: Our goal is to feature products and services that we think you’ll find interesting and useful. If you purchase them, Entrepreneur may get a small share of the revenue from the sale from our commerce partners. Running a website is essential for businesses in today’s digital world. But not only is building a website…

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Transform Your Life and Workplace with These Gratitude Hacks

Transform Your Life and Workplace with These Gratitude Hacks

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Decades of research have shown us that gratitude is one of the most powerful emotions we can feel. It can increase our overall well-being, improve our relationships and increase our physical health. Yet, gratitude is often overlooked as a valuable business tool. We focus on the more…

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