Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Here’s something I’ve always believed: the better you know your team members, the easier it is to give them the support and freedom they need to be successful in their work. At my last company, all of my direct reports were with me for at least eight … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I once thought that the key to an efficient workflow was to hire the best people for the job. A new generation of talented, value-oriented and full-of-potential employees and business partners appeared to be the perfect recipe for success. However, I discovered that even with such a … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. To build a “Bad Ass” brand, Scott Snyder knows you need a good story. Snyder’s journey as CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii began as a mission to help the brand regain its footing, but it quickly evolved into a larger vision. Brought in initially to … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As entrepreneurs continue to look for ways to expand their global footprint, they often encounter a significant hurdle: the language barrier and the risk it presents. Miscommunication and misunderstandings can lead to costly mistakes, drains on company time and missed opportunities. As CEO of INS Global, I … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Taylor Mason of Taylor’s Tacos is on a mission to take her business to the next level and create the “In-N-Out of tacos.” With this bold idea in mind, the West Chicago native is transforming her beloved fast-casual taco concept into a streamlined fast-food experience that caters … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As business owners and leaders, we often encounter a variety of problems in our organizations, but not all problems are created equal. I’ve found that most issues fall into one of three layers, each requiring a different approach to solve. Below, I’ll break down the three layers … Read more
An 80-hour workweek means working from 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. six days a week — not the norm for most Americans, who log an average of 34 hours per week. But for some junior bankers on Wall Street, an 80-hour week maximum workweek will be a relief. JPMorgan Chase is now instituting a limit … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Maintaining a high standard of customer service while expanding can be a daunting task for local businesses. Tony Gemignani, owner of Tony’s Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco, experienced his fair share of challenges when creating a restaurant he believed in despite the naysayers. “Tony’s is unique,” Gemignani … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Finding the perfect hire for a senior executive position can take months of searching and interviewing — but that’s only half the battle. Without an effective onboarding strategy, you may end up repeating your search in 12-18 months. Whether you let them go for failing to hit … Read more
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 at the Vietnamese noodle joint around the corner from my office, a large bowl cost $12. Now it’s $17. How did my bill for the exact same meal jump almost … Read more
