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Women’s Sporting Goods Boom for Hot Startups Like Moolah Kicks and Round 21

Companies tap into a fast-growing niche with apparel and merchandise for fans and players ranging from basketballs featuring the artwork of Jean-Michel Basquiat to sneakers engineered for women’s feet.

Grow Your Business Through Mentorship: A Science Entrepreneur's Top Tips

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we feature Dr. Jonathan Scheiman, Co-founder and CEO of FitBiomics, a sports biotechnology company. Jonathan shares his valuable tips for entrepreneurs who want to leverage mentors to help them grow.

Build for Retention: Why Emotionally Intelligent Products Win in the Long Run

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we feature Henry Costa, CEO and Founder of Glorify, a daily devotional and meditation app. Henry explains the value of emotionally intelligent products for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Hiring Your First Employees? Tips to Ensure Success

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we feature Daniel Ramsey, CEO and Founder of MyOutDesk, a virtual staffing company. Daniel shares his insights for how to find the best first employees for your venture.

How Are Small Business Investment Deals Structured?

Every deal is different, but here are some basics you need to know before approaching investors.

How to Create a Financial Forecast for Your Startup Business Plan

Financial forecasting allows you to measure the progress of your new business by benchmarking performance against anticipated sales and costs.

Best AI Tools for Product Descriptions

These AI product description generators help you save time, create text that boosts sales, and improve your SEO results.

How Military Vets Use Their Leadership Skills to Build Multimillion-Dollar Businesses

Veteran-owned startups have a higher rate of success, research shows, thanks in part to the problem-solving and teamwork skills they learn in the military, interviews with founders revealed.

Small Businesses Offering Unique Furniture

For home dwellers wanting to inject more personality into their living space, there are small businesses like Scout Design Studio and Pieces.

How to Get a Contractor's License

General contractor licensing requirements vary by state, but many states' standards include industry experience, financial stability, and specialized training.