Entrepreneurship

Why Verizon just bought Frontier for $20 billion in cash

Verizon said on Thursday that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Frontier, a leading fiber Internet provider, for $20 billion in cash. The limit is one almost 90 years old The telecommunications company that filed for bankruptcy in 2020 after taking on billions of dollars in debt. border emerged from bankruptcy in…

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These types of people are the secret superheroes your business needs

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Creative entrepreneurship, a seemingly contradictory term, is a unique and extraordinary combination of skills. The balance of business and creativity isn't just a collection of skills—it's a superpower that can set someone apart in the business world. CEO of Airbnb Brian Chesky once asked, “Of the 500…

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Top 5 Brand Building Lessons from a Sleep Tech CEO

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Tim Rosa remembers the day he realized his true calling. When he was Chief Marketing Officer at Fitbit, the wearable fitness tracker, he pored over emails, forum posts and support logs. There, he discovered heartwarming stories from customers—one said the product had helped him detect a heart…

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We are in a crisis of 'performance erosion'. Here's how to free your business.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I want to talk to you about something important: the price of pho. A few years ago, near my office, a large bowl was $12, at the Vietnamese noodle joint. It's now $17. How did my bill for the same meal go up by almost 50%? It's…

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Why businesses should lead the charge in the circular economy

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As the global economy increasingly embraces sustainable models, circular economy is emerging as a critical framework for reducing waste and increasing resource efficiency. Traffic Gap Report 2024 shows that the circular economy is expected to create nearly 2 million jobs and grow into a $2-3 billion market…

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The hidden truths that can lead to the downfall of your business

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In both personal and professional spheres, we often encounter the proverbial “elephant in the room” – the glaringly obvious issues that no one dares to address. These unspoken problems can cast long shadows over progress, stifling innovation and growth. However, there is another kind of “elephant”. it…

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Here's a way to keep your best employees

Disclosure: Our goal is to display products and services that we think you will find interesting and useful. If you purchase them, the Entrepreneur may receive a small portion of the sales revenue from our trading partners. Nearly 40% of employees don't trust human resources (HR) staff, according to a recent survey by Goremotely. That's…

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The 3 Biggest Hiring Mistakes Leaders Make

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I remember interviewing someone for a position at Square years ago when I was an engineering manager there. This candidate had every soft skill needed to excel in the role, but they weren't familiar with our technology group. Not knowing the technology used at a big tech…

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Start and grow a business: Salt & Straw enters New York City

In 1996, Kim Malek, CEO and co-founder with her cousin Tyler Malek of the artisan ice cream company Salt & Strawdreamed of opening an ice cream shop in PortlandOregon. “When I moved here, I was blown away by the experience of literally meeting people on the street who became some of my closest friends,” shares…

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Cut admin time in half with this simple form builder

Disclosure: Our goal is to display products and services that we think you will find interesting and useful. If you purchase them, the Entrepreneur may receive a small portion of the sales revenue from our trading partners. According to a recent survey conducted by virtual assistant firm Time Etc, entrepreneurs spend 36% of their workweek…

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