Starting Up
3 Tips for Newbie Entrepreneurs on Starting a Business
Workplace expert and entrepreneur Liz Elam offers some advice about starting a business with little experience.
10 Habits College Entrepreneurs Should Forget at Graduation
While college taught you many lessons, here are a few you should make a point to leave on campus.
Preparing for Its First Space Trip, Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic Breaks Sound Barrier
With a rocket-powered test flight, the billionaire's space transportation company moves closer to its goal of shuttling tourists into space by 2014.
Obama’s 3 Tips for Young Entrepreneurs on How to Live the American Dream
During his commencement speech this past weekend, President Barack Obama provides tips on succeeding as entrepreneurs.
6 Tips for Building a Strong Founding Team
Student entrepreneur Karim Abouelnaga on the value of putting together a strong team -- and how to keep it that way.
Should You Name Drop Another Startup?
“We’re the Facebook of ___.” Why some startups want to draw comparisons with larger counterparts, while others don't.
Change the Rules: 5 Ways to Bring Mission Into Your Business
Weaving a greater mission into your financial goals can help get your team, customers and community involved to grow your bottom line.
Co-Working NYC: An Inside Look at WeWork Labs
In our co-working series, NYU students give us the skinny on hot spaces in NYC. First up is WeWork Labs' SoHo location, a place where fun and innovation have been known to collide.
How One Young Entrepreneur Wants to Transform the Great Outdoors With ‘Glamping’
David Troya's startup wants to take camping to the next level with treehouses, yurts and teepees.
Finding the Right Hire for Your Company
How do you make sure new hires will mesh well with your other employees and with your company's culture?
Tipping Its Hat to a Younger Generation, Pukka Headwear Finds Success in the Golf Industry
After years of struggle, the golf cap company stands out in a crowded market with a customized approach to selling.
A Young Entrepreneur’s Quick Path to Profitability
A new spin on a tech necessity propeled Eastern Collective's quick success.
What Would You Ask Warren Buffett?
How would you like to get custom advice from Warren Buffett? On Tuesday, you can.
6 Tips for Taking Your Video Ad Content Mobile
As consumers increasingly tune in to videos on their mobile devices, young entrepreneurs should consider how best to reach them.
A Snapshot of Startups in Small-Town America
Far from the maddening crowds and five years since the financial crisis, we look at the entrepreneurship scene in Burlington, Vt.; Chico, Calif.; Lehi, Utah; Iowa City, Iowa; and Lansing, Mich.
Why ‘You’ May Be Standing in the Way of Your Company’s Success
In business, as in life, your preconceived notions can wreck your future potential. To stamp them out, consider an attitude adjustment.
Ken and Ben Lerer Share Their Top 5 Secrets to Success for Young Entrepreneurs
Big players in New York City's startup ecosystem, the investors behind Lerer Ventures provide insight into what they believe helps entrepreneurs reach their goals.
Mobile App Helps Bars Manage Changing Beer Selections
Taplister helps customers and bartender up-to-date on what's being poured at their favorite bars.
Unreasonable at Sea: Entrepreneurs Dock at the State Department
After four months of sailing around the world, entrepreneurs participating in the Unreasonable at Sea accelerator program convene in Washington D.C. to chat about their experiences and rub elbows with investors.
Have a Burning Business Question? Ask the Expert
Entrepreneur and workplace expert Liz Elam wants to answer your big questions about office layouts, productivity and sales.
At TechCrunch Disrupt, Heavyweight Investors Answer Questions About Outside Financing
During a panel discussion at TechCrunch Disrupt NY, investors discussed when and how young entrepreneurs should go down the venture capital route.
5 Personal Finance Tips for Cash-Strapped Entrepreneurs
How to go all-in on a new business venture without draining your personal bank account.
5 Reasons a Young Entrepreneur Should Raise Outside Funding
Investor Peter S. Cohan gives us the lowdown about scenarios when a young entrepreneur should turn to investors for funds.
What I Learned About Running a Startup From Econ 101
Student entrepreneur Joseph Draschil on the theory of comparative advantage and how your startup would do well to learn about it.
How Entrepreneurs Push for Innovation, One pocket at a Time
Think creating the next iPhone is tough? Try making the perfect pocket or purse to hold one.
