Innovation

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways A long-standing annual ritual helps a small business owner reflect on the past year, clarify priorities and prepare thoughtfully for what’s ahead. Through deliberate planning, personal accountability and meaningful connections, the process...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways In coaching, the hardest milestone is landing the first five clients, and January is the most important month of the year for coaches who want real momentum. Three core assets consistently...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways Schedule the mission-critical re-recruitment conversation. Remind employees why the mission still matters, why their role remains vital and how you’re committed to their success. When you can’t elevate their title, elevate their...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways Many entrepreneurs have fallen for the “automation illusion.” They believe buying the right tools, building workflows and handing tasks to AI is the equivalent of traditional delegation. However, they miss the mark...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways As AI adoption accelerates, leaders are increasingly testing where technology fits—and where it may be overextended — in managing people and performance. The article explores the tension between efficiency gains and the...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways If you’re building or maintaining a website in 2025, accessibility isn’t optional. Early investment saves money, time, and legal exposure. This step-by-step guide will teach you how to build an ADA-compliant website...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways You can turn disasters into a success if you approach them with innovation, care and honesty. First, you need to move from blame to insight into what the root of the...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways Recent federal tax changes are reshaping the energy landscape in ways that could materially affect how entrepreneurs plan investments and manage costs. With long-standing incentives shifting, business owners face a narrowing window...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways As companies grow, evolve, or prepare for major transitions, the HR structures that once made sense can begin to create unexpected constraints. Founders who periodically reassess their people, benefits and compliance strategies...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Key Takeaways Micro-franchising lowers capital, risk and skill barriers, turning proven brands into accessible paths to ownership. Collaborative and micro-franchise models expand entrepreneurship, create jobs and strengthen local economies sustainably.It’s a tale as old...