Categories How I Did It

Movies and reality TV, move over. Let's talk about what really happens behind a startup’s closed doors.

For one thing, entrepreneurship isn't as glamorous as the big screen would have you believe. (If you’re already working on your business, you probably know that.) But there's no better way to learn the ins and outs of starting a business than from the people who are one step ahead of you.

Read on for candid stories (including some embarrassing fails) from real-life startup founders.

5 Reasons to Start a Business in College

College can be the perfect time to start your own company. Justin Beck gives five reasons why his own college years were the perfect incubator.

How Your Youth Can Be Your Biggest Business Asset of All

One of the hardest parts of being a young entrepreneur is getting people to take you seriously. Kiip founder Brian Wong shares 3 tips for turning your youth into a business advantage.

Can You Really Make Money Doing What You Love? 5 Lessons

Matt Wilson started Under30CEO while digging ditches for $15/hour. Was it easy? No. But it was worth it.

6 Ways to Cultivate Creativity in Your Company

Hiring is just one piece of the innovation puzzle. The real measure of creativity is how you lead employees after they join your startup.