Entrepreneurship

Almost 50% of parents have started Side Hustles: Survey

Side hustles ARE flying as Americans take second jobs to be able to make ends meet normal things. According to a new survey, one group in particular is feeling the pinch increase in inflation AND house pricesand taking on extra work in response. Bankrate released its​​​​​​ side hustle survey on Wednesday and found that more…

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Melinda French Gates: How I Overcame Imposter Syndrome

Even the most prominent business figures have felt the impostor syndrome. philanthropist Melinda French Gates sat down with Jay Shetty on the On Purpose podcast this week to talk about her career and personal life, namely the times she's had to find grace and embrace a sense of imperfection along her journey. Connected: Melinda French…

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YouTube updates shorts, wants creators to 'build a business'

YouTube is real money maker for creator Erika Kullberg when comparing it to other platforms. Kullberg, who has over 21 million followers across social media, has made more than $353,000 in five years through YouTube — compared to $5,756 in TIK Tok and $20,251 Facebook. Credit: Erika Kullberg Now, with one On TikTok maybe on…

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Mom's side hustle on Facebook now costs an average of $14,000 per month

This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features Heather Freeman. Her Facebook page Coffee. mom Repeat. boasts 850,000 followers and brings in six figures a year. Answers have been edited for length and clarity. Image Credit: Courtesy of Heather Freeman What was your day job (or other sources of income) when you started your job? side hustle?Before…

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Tech giants are leading the charge in AI ad campaigns – Here's how startups can still compete

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Today's consumers have ever-changing preferences, a relentless pursuit of satisfaction, and an increasing demand for high-quality products as well as variety. This creates a dynamic challenge for marketers: developing innovative strategies to reach an ever-evolving target audience. While identifying the “ideal” customer and optimizing campaigns within budget…

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When is the right time to think about your holiday inventory?

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It's currently summer, so most people are thinking about attending barbecues and buying fireworks — not planning for the holiday shopping season. However, if you run a brick-and-mortar store or e-commerce business, now is the best time to start thinking about holiday inventory. Successful planning in June…

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These 2 visas can open doors for global entrepreneurs to franchise in the US

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Consider Franchises you're more popular – maybe it's a local salon, nearby restaurant or home service business. They likely have easily recognizable names and brands that you can imagine without much effort. It's no wonder that 70 of the top 100 franchises are based in the USA….

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Prices fell in June for the first time since 2020

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In a welcome respite from persistent price increases, US consumers experienced a slight pullback in the cost of living for the first time since the early days of the pandemic. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 0.1% decline in consumer prices in June, bringing the annual…

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The new fast food minimum wage means tough choices for franchisees

of California the latest legislation to increase the minimum wage for Fast food workers up to $20 has sparked significant debate. While the goal of the law is to improve the livelihoods of employees in one of the state's largest industries, it has also led to some challenges for franchise owners. Supporters of the wage…

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McDonald's employees can get college credits for working

In recent years, major employers like Walmart have advocated for job skills to count toward college credit to address the limitations of traditional college degrees and the high costs that deter many prospective students. now, McDonald's is piloting a similar program to emphasize the importance of higher education in the franchise industry. Connected: Considering franchise…

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