Every year at the end of March, millions of students enjoy a well-deserved break from their studies. Many spend their vacations traveling to exotic locales with their friends and families. College students in the United States spend at least $1 billion annually on spring break activities. Whether you’re a student or just an entrepreneur, there […]
For most entrepreneurs, access to start-up capital is a critical concern. While financing a new enterprise nowadays is a little easier thanks to sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo, traditional funding channels are still important. When you need a loan from a major financial institution, your personal credit score will largely determine how much money you […]
By most objective measures, the Super Bowl is the biggest sporting event in the world. In the U.S. alone, over 110 million people tune in to watch at some point. Super Bowl 50 generated roughly $620 million in revenue based on the best estimates. If you want to cash in on the big game, here are a […]
Despite a lackluster economy, there are at least 10.4 million millionaires in the United States as of last count. No matter how those people got into the club, they’ve all learned the hard lesson that holding onto wealth is just as hard as creating it. If you want to build a nest egg for yourself and […]
One of the hottest trends in the business world at present is the rise of social entrepreneurship. Simply put, social entrepreneurship revolves around forming companies or cooperatives that focus on improving society while turning a profit. Some notable examples of social entrepreneurship outfits include Tom’s Shoes, Warby Parker, Bio-Bean, BioLite and Solar Sister to name […]
In recent years, tea has become a big draw in some surprising markets such as the United States. The business is worth over $11 billion in the lower 48 states alone and continues to expand at an impressive rate. If you’d like to stake your claim in this lucrative industry, here are more than a dozen great ideas […]
While the publishing business in general is in serious flux, certain niches are growth bonanzas. For instance, the comic book industry was worth $1.03 billion in North America alone in 2015. The sector as a whole produces record growth numbers every year. If you want to earn serious money from comics, any of these ideas will […]
Every four years, the world’s best athletes in a variety of sports gather together to compete for the ultimate prize. Entrepreneurs can learn a lot from the Olympic Games if they look beyond statistics, records and athlete profiles. Here are 11 key lessons that every business owner can learn from the Olympic festivities. Perseverance Is […]
In many ways, Florida has one of the most favorable environments for independent entrepreneurs running side businesses. With no personal income tax and real estate prices more reasonable than they have been in awhile, there is a major boon to any side business hustler. If you’re a Floridian interested in supplementing your 9-to-5 income, any […]
Whether you have felt the sting of a lackluster economy, need extra money to pay an unexpected bill or just want to have extra money to add to your child’s college account or pad your travel savings, a side hustle can be quite appealing. A side hustle is a side business, side job or a short term money making […]
