Categories Starting Up

Nothing is more exciting -- or terrifying -- than starting a new business.

You have an idea you love and believe in. Maybe you have a name, or a couple of names, you’re thinking about. You might even have a simple one-page (or even one-paragraph!) business plan to guide you. And you’re ready to dive in and get started. But you need help: from getting your potential customers to test your business model to finding your ideal mentor, starting up successfully is no easy task. Our mentors describe what it's really like -- and what they wish they'd known before they did it.

How Law School Changed My Perception of Entrepreneurship

Law school made J.R. Garrett a better businessman. Here’s why.

7 Ways to Make Sure You’re Hiring the Right Freelancer

You don’t always have the chance to meet freelancers face-to-face. Here’s how to make sure they’re the right fit.

Building Community With Mike Trevino, CEO of Indigenous Software

Working with other like-minded people can only cultivate innovation and bring you up.

How to Identify Unique Opportunities as an Entrepreneur

Forging your own specific path is a vital step in becoming a successful entrepreneur.

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