Success Stories: Page 2

Leadership

Your Employees Need More Than Paychecks and Perks — Here's What They Really Want

In an era where remote and hybrid work arrangements are reshuffling traditional office dynamics, thoughtful, personalized benefits are becoming a powerful differentiator. The bottom line is really simple: If you want to support your employees, address their long-term financial needs.

Growing a Business

5 Things to Know Before Launching a New Product

For any new product, it's critical to nail down the proper timeline, which will take some art and science to determine.

Starting a Business

One Question Changed This Entrepreneur's Life — Now She's Leading a Movement for Women in Music

When a single question made Heather Lowery realize the lack of support for women in live music, she turned it into a mission. Now, as the founder of Femme It Forward, she's empowering the next generation through mentorship, events and initiatives.

Growing a Business

I Bought a Business That Was Making $5,000 a Month. Then I Used This 2-Step Process to Hit $100,000 Monthly in Under 2 Years.

Justin Ducharme emailed business brokers to find the right fit, then bought his first company in 2023.

Business Plans

How I Turned a Failing Business Into a $1 Million Powerhouse in Just 6 Months

Here's how I addressed five major revenue drains and transformed a struggling business into a million-dollar success in just six months.

Living

I Thought I Was a Present Dad — Then Two Moments Changed My Perspective on Work-Life Balance

The more I chased balance in my life, the more I realized I was missing the point. It's not about hours or schedules. It's about perspective. And once I changed mine, everything changed.

Growing a Business

I Turned My Passion Into a Multi-Million Dollar Business — These 4 Hacks Helped Keep My Joy Alive

Many entrepreneurs launch their businesses buoyed by a passion for their work, but time, burnout and boredom eventually erode it. Here are four happiness hacks that helped me stay engaged and inspired.

Leadership

Jack Ma Overcame Failure and Became a Billionaire By Harnessing This Trait — Do You Have It, Too?

Jack Ma, cofounder of Alibaba, started with no connections, no money and repeated failures. His ability to embrace rejection, think differently and persist against all odds makes him one of the most influential business leaders of our time.

Leadership

Perfection Requires Time — And Time Kills All Deals. Stop Trying to Be Perfect.

If you want your business to be successful in achieving its goals, you should never be shooting for perfect solutions, as perfection takes time and is the enemy of progress. You need to keep your business moving at "light speed" with a culture where "good enough" is perfectly acceptable if it helps you win the race.

Growing a Business

This Founder Turned Down a Tempting Deal. His Company Now Operates Across 3 Continents: 'If Your Success Costs You Your Values, It's Not Worth It.'

Vijay Cherukuri, CEO of Infolob Global, was offered a sweetheart deal, but the sacrifice wasn't worth it.

Starting a Business

I've Interviewed Over 100 Entrepreneurs Who Started Businesses Worth $1 Million to $1 Billion or More. Here's Some of Their Best Advice.

From Richard Branson to Martha Stewart and beyond, these founders reveal what it takes to build and lead successful companies.

Business Plans

How Entrepreneurs Can Thrive Through the 5 Stages of Business Growth

Growth isn't linear — each stage requires new strategies and leadership evolution.

Growing a Business

How This Boutique Sports Agency Is Beating Billion-Dollar Giants at Their Own Game

Zac Hiller of LAA Sports and Entertainment shares his experience as a young founder in an industry of established giants.

Leadership

From Barista to CEO: A Conversation With Smashburger's Leader on Her Inspiring Journey, How She's Transforming the Brand and Her Vision for the Future

Denise Nelsen, CEO of Smashburger, reflects on her journey from Starbucks barista to the leader of one of the most popular brands in the fast-casual dining industry, reveals the exciting changes being implemented at the company and offers advice for aspiring executives.

Business Culture

What Every Business Leader Can Learn From Dutch Bros' People-First Culture

The coffee chain is turning employees into owners of the customer experience.