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How Startups Are Taking Bold Bets in Underserved Markets

Where other would-be founders might see challenges, risk, or complexity, Better Place Forests, Whimstay, and OneRail founders saw opportunities for innovation, customer satisfaction, and business success.

Social Media Secrets From Five Travel Brands

Here are social media secrets from five travel brands that are winning online.

HydroPeptide CEO on Building Brand Equity with a Longevity-Driven Skin Care Strategy 

Long before ‘skin longevity’ became the industry’s buzzword, HydroPeptide built its brand around scientifically backed formulas. The strategy is paying off with double-digit sales gains amid the rise of wellness-and-ingredient-savvy consumers.

How to Calculate a Business Owner’s Salary

Every business owner needs to pay themselves, but how much should your salary be, and when should you be paid? Use these calculations to determine your pay.

Real Estate Social Media Marketing Secrets

Five highly successful real estate agents share the breakthrough strategies that helped them build strong client relationships and rise above the competition.

How to Protect Your Bank Accounts From Hackers and Fraud

Small businesses can reduce their risk of banking fraud with better access controls and routines.

Top Alternatives to the Myers-Briggs Personality Test

These personality tests are good options if you're looking for an alternative to the Myers-Briggs test.

Small Business Update: 2026 Economic Outlook, Tax Changes, and AI Trends

The first Small Business Update of 2026 explains how current economic conditions, new tax laws, immigration policy, and AI regulation will impact small businesses this year.

Trend Watchers on Key Trends Set to Impact Business This Year

Expanded midlife periods, color-drenched homes, quiet travel, and craving for the unexpected are among trends that are illustrating underlying consumer desires and motivations businesses need to know, leading forecasters tell CO—.

YouTube, Vimeo, and Whatnot Execs on How Video Is Critical to Brand Growth in the Age of AI

These three video-based businesses are leveraging their platforms to take advantage of a time when video is becoming a critical element for reaching customers.