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Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

He never went to college and is worth billions. Here's how Don Vultaggio did it.

Don Vultaggio built a nearly $6 billion fortune selling affordable $0.99 iced-tea cans through mentorship-driven business practices, customer value, and treating employees like family.
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

10 Underrated Podcasts Every Entrepreneur Should Listen To | Entrepreneur

As entrepreneurs, we're constantly bombarded with recommendations for the same big-name podcasts (How I Built This, The Tim Ferriss Show or Masters of Scale). They're good, but they've become the mainstream playlists of the entrepreneurial world. The real edge comes from discovering voices that are flying under the radar - podcasts that don't just regurgitate clichés but dig into gritty lessons, unconventional strategies and the realities most entrepreneurs are too busy or too cautious to discuss openly.
Business
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fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

We Built a 7-Figure Business Without a Single Investor - Here's Why Saying No to VC Was Our Smartest Move | Entrepreneur

Bootstrapping enabled Prepory to grow into a seven-figure, global college admissions company with nearly 100 employees and 14,000 students without outside investors.
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Fashion & style
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I saved my babysitting money for years and used it to start a clothing company. Last year, we did more than $1 million in sales.

Sara Fowler launched Pleat Collection in 2021 with $25,000 saved from babysitting and achieved immediate profitability while growing sales and retaining owner control.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

What I Learned About Growth From Founders Who Started Small | Entrepreneur

Solopreneurs solve authentic problems, persist through setbacks, apply creativity and technology, and leverage resilience to turn modest beginnings into successful, lasting businesses.
fromresund Startups
3 weeks ago

Funding Guide: Real Stories from Startups That Chose Different Paths

We are not a 100x case. Our strength lies in lower risk and more stable growth - and that requires investors who understand that,
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fromFortune
3 weeks ago

We built a $1 billion tech unicorn in Europe, living proof that our economy is just as dynamic as America's. Success comes down to three core principles

European constraints—scarcity, fragmentation, and limited funding—foster disciplined, globally-minded startups that iterate quickly and build resilient, efficient billion-dollar businesses.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 month ago

Lessons From Scaling A Bootstrapped Marketing Agency To Acquisition

Scaling a marketing agency without funding is challenging, yet possible with focus on sustainability and profitability.
Fundraising
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

How to Raise Money for Your Business: Smart Strategies That Actually Work | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Securing funding is essential for business sustainability and growth, requiring careful assessment of various funding options relevant to each specific business.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

How to Build a Strong Brand With a Limited Budget | Entrepreneur

Effective branding is essential for startups to differentiate themselves and gain credibility, even on a tight budget.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

How to Turn Your Side Hustle Into a 6-Figure Business | Entrepreneur

Bootstrapping is crucial for turning a side hustle into a six-figure business, allowing for control and reduced financial risk.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago

15 DIY SEO Strategies That Boosted My Startup's Visibility | Entrepreneur

Building a startup without funding requires mastering diverse skills, including SEO, to enhance growth and visibility.
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