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2024
July 19, 2024
· 5 min read
Proven Ways To Boost Survey Response Rates
Surveys are a powerful tool for gathering feedback and insights, but getting people actually to complete them can be a challenge.
July 19, 2024
· 5 min read
Innovations in AV: Staying Ahead of the Technology Curve
We’ll be discussing five technologies: HDR support, wireless connectivity and smart home integration, AR/VR integration, AI, and cloud-based technology.
July 19, 2024
· 5 min read
7 Essential Growth Hacking Tactics Entrepreneurs Should Know
Growth hacking strategies may seem like groundbreaking and revolutionary tactics that have never been heard of before.
July 19, 2024
· 4 min read
Navigating the Challenges of Scaling a Startup: Lessons in Branding and Growth
Scaling a startup is a thrilling yet complex endeavor that requires navigating numerous obstacles and making strategic decisions to ensure sustained growth.
July 19, 2024
· 5 min read
7 Ways to Identify the Market Gaps and Explore Unmet Needs
A common misconception is that your idea must be truly revolutionary for you to make it to the other side.
July 19, 2024
· 4 min read
Creating Awareness: The Best Way to Reach Untapped Market Potential
If you want to grow your business, it can be challenging to know what to prioritize in order to achieve your goals. Here's a closer look at today’s buyers.
July 19, 2024
· 5 min read
Learning as a Lifestyle: How to Transform Your Workplace Culture
Transforming workplace culture into a continuous learning environment boosts employee engagement, drives innovation, and keeps your business competitive.
July 19, 2024
· 5 min read
A Step-by-Step Guide to Organizing Webinars
In this article I am going to answer the questions fellow entrepreneurs and marketers often ask after watching us organize our webinars.
July 19, 2024
· 4 min read
Leveraging Transparent Data Narratives to Transform Legal Marketing Strategy
In the competitive legal marketing world, transparency is more than just beneficial–it can completely transform businesses that know how to leverage it.
July 19, 2024
· 3 min read
Should you sign up for a seven percent mortgage?
This May 2024, many mortgages being offered in America are in the seven percent range. Should you sign up?
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
How to leverage Customer Feedback to Ensure Continuous Improvement
Continuous improvement is the key to growing your business and ensuring lasting customer relationships.
June 26, 2024
· 4 min read
Streamlining Business Finance with Modern Solutions
From sophisticated machine learning platforms to more affordable outsourced CFOs, you can truly find whatever forms of financial support you need.
June 26, 2024
· 4 min read
How to cultivate a strategic mindset for effective leadership
Feeling overwhelmed by the fast pace and complexity of today's business environment is common for many leaders.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
10 Surprising Statistics About Law Firm Blogs
Partners in law firms that have not added a blog to their website often wonder if they should. But they’re not sure if it’s worth the effort.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
The Dichotomy of Corporate Innovation: Centralization vs Decentralization
The debate that continues to be at the forefront is whether companies should centralize or decentralize their innovation efforts.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
6 Useful Tips to Start a Side Hustle
With rapidly growing inflation, having a secondary source of revenue is an efficient way to live a good life.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
Building a Strong Team: 5 Ways to Hire and Retain Top Talent
Building a strong team is one of the critical challenges businesses face, especially when they have just gotten started.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
4 Essential Mindset Shifts for Successful Entrepreneurs
Here's the million-dollar question. What separates the entrepreneurs who make it big from those who throw in the towel is their mindset.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
The End of De Beers' Monopoly and the Rise of Ethical Diamond Jewelry
De Beers' demise is a testament to persistence, ethics, and the demand for a more conscientious approach to luxury.
June 26, 2024
· 3 min read
Bitcoin versus Gold as Store of Value
There are debates in many forums these days, like in Youtube and commentaries, about Bitcoin and Gold as a Store of Value.
June 26, 2024
· 5 min read
Four Key Elements You Need to Build a Great User Experience
Do you want to learn how to create a better user experience (UX) for the folks who visit your website? If so, you're in the right place!
June 26, 2024
· 3 min read
AI Reshapes the Art of Marketing in a Data-Driven Age
In the world of advertising, where creativity reigns supreme, a new force is emerging: artificial intelligence (AI).
May 31, 2024
· 5 min read
5 Skills Every HR Leader Needs to Thrive in the AI Age
Follow these steps to elevate your game and become the forward-thinking HR superstar your organization needs.
May 31, 2024
· 5 min read
How to Turn PR Nightmares into Digital Victories
Crisis control isn't just about reacting fast in the heat of the moment. It's about having a simple, actionable plan in place.
May 31, 2024
· 5 min read
The True Cost of a Bad Hire: Long-Term Effects and Strategies for Avoidance
Hiring the right employee is a significant investment in time and resources for any business.
May 31, 2024
· 3 min read
Changing risks
The problem is if something has changed drastically we have no reference point. So we need to learn when it is time to shift direction.
May 31, 2024
· 5 min read
Five Powerful Tips for Onboarding Your New Customers
Five powerful tips that will help you create a memorable, value-packed onboarding experience for your customers.
May 31, 2024
· 4 min read
Accounting KPIs for Your E-Commerce Business
An in-depth look at KPIs in e-commerce, including why they’re important, which KPIs to measure, and how to effectively use this data to increase the profitability.
May 31, 2024
· 5 min read
Social Media Automation in 2024
With over 5 billion active social media users worldwide, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and X offer unparalleled opportunities for brands to engage with their target audience.
May 31, 2024
· 3 min read
Building a network: Where to get support as a new business
Starting a business shouldn’t be a lonely journey. Steady, long-term success is achieved through building strong networks with like-minded entrepreneurs who understand.
May 31, 2024
· 3 min read
How to Overcome a B2B Decision-Making Paralysis: Tips for Sellers and Buyers
If you ever tried to sell a product or service to B2B buyers, you know how long it can take. Here's how to overcome a B2B decision-making paralysis.
May 15, 2024
· 3 min read
Is the American Dream of Homeownership Still Viable Today?
This article delves into the pros and cons of buying versus renting your home, guided by insights from Nick DeAngelo of Saint Investment Group.
May 15, 2024
· 5 min read
Best Practices When Upselling Online
With the rise of e-commerce, businesses are increasingly using online upselling tactics to boost their sales and revenue.
May 15, 2024
· 4 min read
5 Tips to Finding the Right Guide for Your Entrepreneurial Journey
Starting a business is a dream come true for many. However, building a company from scratch may be easier said than done.
May 15, 2024
· 5 min read
How to create a digital shelf experience
E-commerce offers convenience for customers, but the lack of physical elements like lighting, music, and other factors often results in lower conversions.
May 15, 2024
· 5 min read
Innovation on a Budget: Unveiling Creative Strategies for Growth in Today's Economy
Let's ditch the fear of a shoestring budget and delve into practical strategies to spark innovation and fuel growth within your company.
May 15, 2024
· 3 min read
Year One Financial Mistakes That Can Sink a Startup
Entrepreneurs have incredible ideas who see their businesses falter or fail. A common thread among these failures is avoidable financial mistakes.
May 15, 2024
· 5 min read
How to Maintain Work-Life Balance as a Busy Entrepreneur
It's essential to maintain a work-life balance throughout your entrepreneurial journey. However, doing so may be easier said than done.
May 15, 2024
· 3 min read
Real estate transactions on the blockchain
You have probably heard something about how blockchains will transform the real estate industry. Here's how it works.
May 15, 2024
· 3 min read
Harnessing Google Predictive Search for Blog Topic Ideation
Google is now capable of predicting what a searcher might enter through predictive technology and AI - and the efforts create unlimited blog post topics.
May 1, 2024
· 5 min read
Reshaping B2B Content Marketing with Generative AI
In a fast-changing B2B climate, staying ahead of the curve requires early adoption of technologies. One such innovation is generative AI.
May 1, 2024
· 3 min read
Dealing with unplanned crisis
Running a company is not just for profit. It is also a form of public service. The public relies on your quality products and services.
May 1, 2024
· 4 min read
4 Ways to Master Presale Hype in the Games Industry
Learn about four key strategies that were instrumental in achieving campaign success within the gaming industry.
May 1, 2024
· 5 min read
Lead Like a Pro: How to Adapt Your Style in a Fast-Changing Market
Imagine navigating a business landscape that constantly shifts under your feet. That's the reality for leaders today.
May 1, 2024
· 4 min read
Can You Use The Full Legal Name Of Another California Corporation That Has Been Dissolved?
The California Secretary of State's Office will accept a filing to form a new corporation even if it has the same name as a corporation that was previously dissolved.
May 1, 2024
· 5 min read
How To Enter A New Market Effectively In 2024
Entering a new market can be a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for businesses looking to expand their reach and grow their customer base.
May 1, 2024
· 3 min read
How Compelling Storytelling Defines Successful PR
If you want someone to take notice, tell them a story. And when it comes to PR, the power of storytelling reigns supreme.
April 23, 2024
· 3 min read
Is programming dead?
LLMs in AI from tech giants like Google Gemini (formerly Bard) and Microsoft OpenAI have been taught how to program. Is programming dead?
April 23, 2024
· 3 min read
Top Reasons Your Law Firm Website Launch is Going to Be Delayed
The sooner your new law firm website launches, the better. No one wins from dragging out the process.
April 23, 2024
· 3 min read
Pitching Big-Ticket Products: 3 Tips from a Custom Home Builder
Clients are anxious about large purchases, even when they’ve already decided they’re ready to buy.
April 12, 2024
· 5 min read
Machine Learning or Higher Learning: Striking the Balance in SEO and Content Strategy
Many businesses are considering whether they should adapt their content generation, SEO strategy, and marketing technology processes to meet the age of AI.
April 12, 2024
· 5 min read
Finding Your Niche: How to Identify a Problem Worth Solving
One of the common challenges many entrepreneurs face when starting a business is finding a fitting niche.
April 12, 2024
· 5 min read
Human Touch and SEO: Make Blogs Deliver Success in the AI-Driven World of Search
In today's digital landscape, the advent of AI in search engines is revolutionizing how content is discovered, ranked, and consumed.
April 12, 2024
· 5 min read
Mistakes Businesses Make When Creating Referral Programs
Creating a successful referral program is not always easy, and many businesses make common mistakes that can undermine its effectiveness.
April 12, 2024
· 5 min read
How to Grow Your Startup by Leveraging SEO
Here's how you can successfully grow your startup by leveraging SEO.
April 12, 2024
· 4 min read
Email Deliverability: What Google's New Update means and how to manage it
If you're a business owner who uses email marketing, you should be aware of the latest Google email sender guidelines.
April 12, 2024
· 4 min read
Is AI biased?
AI could reveal a cultural bias within companies that outsiders like you may not care for.
April 12, 2024
· 3 min read
Mastering IRA Real Estate Investing: A Guide to Building Your Retirement Portfolio
This guide aims to demystify IRA real estate investing, providing you with actionable insights to leverage this strategy for a secure retirement.
April 12, 2024
· 4 min read
Leading Through Change: Strategies for Business Owners to Drive Organizational Success
By implementing these strategies, you can lead through change, drive organizational success, and emerge stronger on the other side.
April 12, 2024
· 4 min read
Why AI Will Lead to a Spike in Crisis Communications
As AI technology evolves, so does risk that it will be misused, raising concerns about the manipulation of images and audio for illicit purposes.
April 12, 2024
· 5 min read
How community-marketing is the driver of modern marketing
There's one underestimated technique that entrepreneurs and business owners should talk about: community-driven marketing.
April 12, 2024
· 4 min read
Summer Marketing Tips For Small Businesses
Summer marketing guidelines for small and local businesses based on the latest marketing trends and data.
April 12, 2024
· 4 min read
Six Tips for Small Business Owners Hoping to Expand Their Portfolios
Here are six things I've learned that I hope will serve as actionable tips for other aspiring entrepreneurs.
April 2, 2024
· 4 min read
Adapting to change
We all need to have a keen eye or sense of how some tiny developments may eventually impact our businesses in a huge way.
April 2, 2024
· 3 min read
Are Innovation Managers Becoming Obsolete?
The burning question is: what happens to all the innovation teams when innovation becomes a shared responsibility?
April 2, 2024
· 5 min read
How to Set a Remote Executive Up for Success
Here are our top three pieces of advice for companies considering bringing on a remote executive.
April 2, 2024
· 5 min read
AI and the Upleveling of Knowledge Work Over Centuries
Effective knowledge transfer is the critical underpinning of how societies have adapted, evolved, and transformed throughout time.
April 2, 2024
· 5 min read
Myths vs. Reality: What Starting a Business is Really Like
Here are a few of the myths you may come across when starting a business and how reality may differ.
April 2, 2024
· 4 min read
Understanding When to Build Tech and When Not to Build Tech
The decision to build or not to build requires a strategic approach that balances effort, impact, and the potential cost of getting it wrong.
April 2, 2024
· 3 min read
Why Aggressive Goals and Supportive Failure Are the Keys to Success
Aggressive goals need to be paired with a culture that embraces, even celebrates, supported failure.
April 2, 2024
· 5 min read
How to stay positive with mental reframes
Here are the different ways to stay positive with mental reframes.
April 2, 2024
· 4 min read
Healthy Habits for Busy Professionals: Simple Self-Care Tips for a Balanced Life
Here’s how neglecting your well-being in favor of work commitments can affect you.
April 2, 2024
· 5 min read
The true value in networking is not what you think it is
Networking and connecting with like-minded professionals provides some of the greatest benefits out there for entrepreneurs.
April 2, 2024
· 3 min read
How to Build a Crisis Communications Plan in Four Steps
Proactive crisis planning can mean the difference between staying afloat or sinking beneath the waves.
April 2, 2024
· 5 min read
Essentials For An Effective Brand Diversification Strategy
Here's the essentials for developing an effective brand diversification strategy.
April 2, 2024
· 4 min read
How to Ensure Smooth Transition Success for New Leaders
Imagine welcoming a talented new executive to your team—someone full of fresh ideas and potential. Let's talk about ensuring success.
March 13, 2024
· 3 min read
Avoiding Burnout While Scaling Your Business as a Woman Owner
Learn how to avoid burnout how scaling your business as a women business owner.
March 13, 2024
· 4 min read
The Link Between Crisis PR and Cybersecurity
If a data breach occurs, companies need a crisis management plan to follow so they can act fast and minimize harm.
March 13, 2024
· 3 min read
Unlocking Executive Expertise Without the Executive Price Tag
Here's how to unlock executive expertise without the executive price tag.
March 13, 2024
· 5 min read
Ancient Wisdom for Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from Great Thinkers
Whether you're starting out, looking to climb higher, or considering quitting the corporate world, there's no shortage of advice. But is this a good thing?
March 13, 2024
· 5 min read
SMS vs. WhatsApp Marketing: Unveiling the Powerhouse of 2024
In your search for the perfect marketing channel, you might encounter SMS marketing and WhatsApp marketing, and choosing can feel like navigating a maze.
March 13, 2024
· 3 min read
5 Tips for Leading a Transnational Team
Employing a transnational team necessitates a different approach. Here are five tips a leader uses in employing a transnational team.
March 13, 2024
· 5 min read
How To Bring Empathy Into Your Marketing Strategy
Empathy is a critical component of successful marketing, and businesses that can tap into it are more likely to build relationships with their customers.
March 13, 2024
· 2 min read
Navigating Inflation: A Strategic Guide for Investors
The recent surge in inflation, a phenomenon not witnessed in decades, underscores the need for astute financial strategies.
March 13, 2024
· 5 min read
How Franchisors Can Set Franchisees Up for Marketing Success
With around 50% of franchisees relying heavily on their franchisors for marketing guidance, the impact of a well-structured support system is undeniable.
February 28, 2024
· 4 min read
The Power of Nostalgia: Marketing to the Boomers on Social Media
One marketing strategy stands the test of time, and is beyond trends is nostalgia.
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
Local SEO Strategies That Work in 2024
Let’s review some of the most effective local SEO tactics so far this year, focusing on how local businesses can leverage changes to maximize visibility.
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
Helping Remote Workers Overcome Social Isolation
As remote work becomes more prevalent, the issue of social isolation among remote workers is gaining increasing attention.
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
Crafting an Effective Instagram Strategy for 2024
In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into three key components of a winning Instagram strategy for 2024.
February 28, 2024
· 3 min read
How Litigation PR Levels the Legal Playing Field
In the high-stakes world of litigation where legal battles can quickly escalate into media spectacles, a litigation PR strategy is important.
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
Learning from a Reputational Crisis
Starting your own business is like jumping on a rollercoaster. It's thrilling, a little scary, and full of ups and downs.
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
Empowering Managers: Running Departments Like Small Businesses
Think scaling a business means growing big? Not always!
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
Untangling the Knot: Navigating Your Business Sale During Divorce
Is it better to sell a business before or after a divorce?
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
The Most Exciting Frontier Of Retail Technology Is In-Store AI
The retail landscape is rapidly transforming, and at the heart of this evolution is the burgeoning field of computer vision.
February 28, 2024
· 7 min read
12 Productivity Habits From Entrepreneurs
What's one habit you adhere to in order to maintain productive, no matter how busy or stressed you are?
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
9 Ways Managers Can Strengthen Relationships With Employees
What's one way managers can strengthen their relationships with their employees? Why is this important to do, and why does this strategy work so well?
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
9 Ways To Leverage Gen AI For Schedule Management
As generative AI, gadgets and other technologies continue to advance, what's one way a small-business owner can better leverage tech to manage schedules?
February 28, 2024
· 5 min read
9 Business Leaders Share Their Big Q2 Goals
What's your biggest driver or goal for Q2, and why should other business leaders consider making it theirs as well?
February 28, 2024
· 4 min read
8 Ways To Leverage Live Video Content To Build Brand
Whether it's on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or elsewhere, what's one way an entrepreneur can leverage live video content to boost their brand following?
February 28, 2024
· 2 min read
6 Habits Successful Women Business Leaders Have
What is one habit you have that you feel helps make you so successful as a woman business leader and entrepreneur?
February 28, 2024
· 6 min read
11 Tips For Guiding Interns & New Hires Through Workplace Mistakes
Everyone makes mistakes, but these can feel especially devastating to an intern or new hire.
February 20, 2024
· 5 min read
2 Myths Preventing Your Established Business From Investing In and Growing Through SEO
Misconceptions held by established companies prevent them from seeing the need to invest in digital marketing.
February 20, 2024
· 3 min read
Three Things We Love About Your Attorney Website
Let’s explore some of the latest things we love lately about attorney websites with good design and usability.
February 20, 2024
· 4 min read
The Anatomy of a Thriving Real Estate Investment Company
A real estate investment company's strength lies in its ability to integrate three core pillars: asset management, acquisitions, and capital raising.
February 20, 2024
· 4 min read
How Google's AI Fights Fake Reviews and Safeguards Reputations
The authenticity of online reviews can significantly impact local businesses, but Google's recent advancements in AI have emerged as a beacon of hope.
February 20, 2024
· 5 min read
Helping Employees Deal With Workplace Anxiety
What can you do to help employees deal with workplace anxiety? Read on to discover more tips and suggestions.
February 20, 2024
· 4 min read
The Complexities of Billing for a Fulfillment Third Party Logistics Provider
Explore the intricacies of billing for 3PLs for both brand operators and 3PLs to collaborate effectively, ensuring a smoother billing experience.
February 20, 2024
· 5 min read
Local Online Marketing Tactics That Drive Franchise Success
From local SEO secrets to social media hacks, here are the strategies that really work to put your franchise on the map.
February 20, 2024
· 3 min read
How To Form A Subsidiary In The United States
International companies that are looking to expand into the U.S. market often form a U.S. subsidiary. There are seven steps to forming the subsidiary.
February 20, 2024
· 4 min read
Integrity as an Asset: The Importance of Ethics for Success
This analysis reveals the essential role of ethical practices that are crucial for the success and integrity of prop trading firms.
February 20, 2024
· 4 min read
The 4-Step Process To Finding Product Market Fit
Finding Product-Market Fit (PMF) is a critical milestone for startups, showcasing their initial success and future scalability.
February 20, 2024
· 4 min read
A Year After Public AI: What We've Learned And Where We go From Here
Explore the complexities of integrating advanced AI technologies like ChatGPT in large organizations and the public sector.
February 19, 2024
· 5 min read
How To Develop A Thought Leadership Strategy
Becoming a thought leader is a lot of work, but it's what you have to do if you want to move to the next level of growth and success as an entrepreneur.
February 19, 2024
· 4 min read
3 Recruitment Tactics To Attract The Best Employees In 2024
You don’t have to throw out recruitment tactics that are working for you. Still, you should resolve to shake things up in the new year.
February 19, 2024
· 3 min read
5 Reasons Storytelling Can Be A Game Changer For Your Business
When we birth a company or a brand, we get to control the narrative and create a deep sense of connection with our target audience.
February 19, 2024
· 5 min read
Traditional Vs. Modern B2B Sales Models: Which One Is Best For Your Organization?
With the growing popularity of prospecting and automation tools, and especially after the pandemic, old ways of selling have become ineffective.
February 16, 2024
· 4 min read
5 Reasons Why Every Business Owner Should Do Scenario Planning
Scenario planning isn’t just a theoretical exercise; it's a practical approach to navigating uncertainty and preparing for the future.
2023
October 13, 2023
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Lemonade Maker By Thomas Minieri
In Lemonade Maker, YEC member Thomas Minieri shares strategies entrepreneurs can use to change the trajectory of their lives in a positive, profound way.
February 7, 2023
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Superfans by Brittany Hodak
In Creating Superfans, YEC member Brittany Hodak shows how to create 'superfan' customers, and explains why this should be a top priority for every brand.
2022
November 15, 2022
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: Relentless Pursuit by Tonika Bruce
In Relentless Pursuit, YEC member Tonika Bruce offers her insights into professional and business success.
November 8, 2022
· 3 min read
YEC Reads: Step Into Your Moxie by Alexia Vernon
In Step Into Your Moxie, YEC member Alexia Vernon suggests ways for women to level up speaking and thought leadership skills.
November 1, 2022
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: Expandability of Investment Real Estate by Nikita Zhitov
In Expandability of Investment Real Estate, YEC member Nikita Zhitov offers real estate strategies to benefit new and seasoned real estate enthusiasts.
October 25, 2022
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: Pre-Sell Your Online Course by Nathalie Lussier
In How to Pre-Sell Your Online Course, YEC member Nathalie Lussier offers tips for creating and pre-selling an online educational asset.
October 4, 2022
· 8 min read
Business Growth for Entrepreneurs: Know When To Grow
Entrepreneurs need business growth strategies - but they also need to know when it’s the right time for growth.
August 16, 2022
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Running Remote by Liam Martin
In Running Remote, YEC member Liam Martin suggests that it's the management philosophy that makes the difference in remote teams that work, not the tools you have or the systems you have in place.
August 11, 2022
· 5 min read
YEC’s Support for Young Entrepreneurs: Give and Take on the Entrepreneur Journey
Support for young entrepreneurs in YEC comes in the form of answered questions, crowdsourced ideas, and a vetted network.
July 26, 2022
· 6 min read
YEC’s Entrepreneur Community: Members Spill the Tea on Networking and Friendship
The young entrepreneurs of YEC discuss the friends and contacts they’ve found in this entrepreneur community.
June 10, 2022
· 5 min read
How to Describe Your Company Culture to Investors and Job Applicants
Can you describe your company’s culture to investors, job applicants, and potential partners? If not, here’s how.
May 27, 2022
· 4 min read
How Entrepreneurs Can Create an Inspiring and Effective Office Space
A few different ways to make your office feel more comfortable and inspiring. You could install new artwork, get new furniture, or install decorating touches
May 24, 2022
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Free Time by Jenny Blake
In Free Time, YEC member Jenny Blake shares ways for young entrepreneurs to create a more joyful business and life by harnessing creative energy for the strategic projects that excite them most and…
May 12, 2022
· 6 min read
4 Productivity Tips for Entrepreneurs: Maximize Your Time and Thrive
Entrepreneurs need productivity from themselves and their teams. Here are 5 tips, with examples from YEC members, for maximizing time.
May 2, 2022
· 5 min read
Remote Hiring Practices for Optimal Company Culture
Entrepreneurs hiring remotely should infuse job descriptions and video calls with humanity to make real connections with candidates.
April 15, 2022
· 6 min read
Hiring in the New Normal: Balancing Employer and Employee Needs
Hiring challenges for entrepreneurs have grown in the wake of the pandemic and Great Resignation. Here's how to get the best people.
March 30, 2022
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: Upwork Saved My Life by Adam Palmer
In Upwork Saved My Life, YEC member Adam Palmer shares his story of overcoming financial challenges by freelancing on Upwork.
March 29, 2022
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Moving to Outcomes by Robert Glazer and Matt Wool
In Moving to Outcomes, YEC member Robert Glazer and Matt Wool help readers identify and implement a partnership marketing strategy.
March 29, 2022
· 5 min read
The Why and How of Business Connections for Entrepreneurs
For young entrepreneurs, the challenge of feeling alone can be especially tough. However, there are many ways to connect with other young entrepreneurs.
March 22, 2022
· 6 min read
Mental Toughness for Entrepreneurs: The Path to Success
YEC offers young entrepreneurs tips on how to achieve the mental toughness and resilience they need to succeed.
March 15, 2022
· 7 min read
Avoid Burnout and Find Balance: 7 Habits for Entrepreneurs
Young Entrepreneur Council's advice for founders to avoid burnout and live a better entrepreneurial life.
March 8, 2022
· 7 min read
How to Live Your Best Life as an Entrepreneur
The life of an entrepreneur is tough, but rewarding. YEC offers tips for living your best life while building a business.
March 1, 2022
· 3 min read
How To Keep Employees Engaged
Keeping an eye on employee engagement is important as your company and culture grow. When employees are engaged, they are more likely to be happy and productive.
February 22, 2022
· 3 min read
How to Connect Your Team With Strong Communication
YEC shares four ways for young entrepreneurs to use strong communication to enhance company culture.
February 15, 2022
· 4 min read
How To Build Better Business Relationships With Your Team
There are several ways that successful entrepreneurs use to manage successful business relationships. Here are four of them that may help you too.
February 15, 2022
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: The Hawke Method by Erik Huberman
In The Hawke Method, YEC member and brand marketing expert Erik Huberman proposes three principles of marketing (awareness, nurturing, and trust).
February 8, 2022
· 3 min read
How To Lay the Foundation for a Thriving Company Culture
Starting from the beginning, make sure that your employees are aware of your core values and how they relate to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
February 1, 2022
· 12 min read
Company Culture in the New Normal: A Guide for Entrepreneurs
YEC considers the evolution of company culture, the emergence of the new normal, and solutions and best practices for entrepreneurs to implement.
January 25, 2022
· 11 min read
Social Media for Entrepreneurs: Top 10 Best Practices
Ten best practices for entrepreneurs on social media, including five for strategy and planning and five for engaging with an audience on social.
January 18, 2022
· 1 min read
The Optimal Human by Kyle Michaud
In The Optimal Human, YEC member Kyle Michaud helps entrepreneurs and others discover patterns in people and societies across the globe and emulate the best of them.
January 18, 2022
· 9 min read
What is Personal Branding (and Why is It Crucial for Entrepreneurs)?
Young Entrepreneur Council offers information and advice on personal branding, including why it is crucial for business founders, great examples, and more.
2021
October 12, 2021
· 3 min read
YEC Reads: One Life to Lead by Russell Benaroya
In One Life to Lead, YEC member Russell Benaroya offers a way for entrepreneurs to architect the life they want to design and embody conscious leadership.
July 8, 2021
· 4 min read
Business Communication for Entrepreneurs: 6 Channels and When To Use Them
Entrepreneurs have a lot of different ways to communicate with each other. They can use different channels to streamline their operations.
July 6, 2021
· 4 min read
5 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Build Trust With Their Teams
Building trust with your team is essential for entrepreneurs. Here are five suggestions to help you achieve that goal.
March 30, 2021
· 2 min read
The Business of Belonging by David Spinks
Young entrepreneur David Spinks guides business leaders toward creating a community of customers with solid strategies and clear best practices.
March 30, 2021
· 5 min read
How To Use Research To Make Your Articles Stronger
Entrepreneurs, follow these rules for finding and attributing your sources when writing expert content.
March 17, 2021
· 4 min read
Share What You Know Before Selling What You Sell
Recently, Influence & Co. asked some of the biggest editors in the business to share what they see as problems with digital media.
February 16, 2021
· 4 min read
Erik Knight is YEC Stock Market Chair
Erik Knight, founder of SimpleWan, says YEC's vetted members give him great connections and access to brain share that is hard to find elsewhere.
January 14, 2021
· 5 min read
9 Ways To Mine Your Published Articles for Fresh Topics
The people who are really good at coming up with new ideas are the ones who look for things that they have written or said before.
January 13, 2021
· 4 min read
Streamline Your Writing Process With a Few Simple Tools
Young entrepreneurs who want to contribute more content but struggle to find time can use these tools.
January 11, 2021
· 3 min read
Expert Panels: A Simpler Way to Share Your Expertise
As with any content opportunity, the most important thing is to provide value to your response. Here are four tips for getting the most out of your panel.
2020
November 9, 2020
· 2 min read
20 Article Ideas That Work (Over and Over Again)
Starting your own business is a lot of work, but it can be rewarding. Here are some prompts to get you started.
November 8, 2020
· 5 min read
You’re Published; Now What? How to Find Your Audience
Entrepreneurs publish to gain exposure. So once you publish an article with a major brand publication, how can you ensure it reaches an audience?
November 5, 2020
· 3 min read
Update Your YEC Executive Profile in 5 Minutes
Your profile information (including your name, email address, and website) will help people find you on the site. Use your profile to share your story.
November 5, 2020
· 4 min read
Ryan Rickert is YEC Parents Group Chair
Ryan Rickert says YEC's community of peers has given him valuable advice on business challenges and is a source of lasting friendships.
November 4, 2020
· 3 min read
Security Is Everyone's Job
Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. Here are a few easy steps to help keep you and your organization safe.
October 27, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Stop Living on Autopilot by Antonio Neves
YEC member Antonio Neves offers a fresh perspective to anyone who feels stuck, aimless, and unhappy in his book, Stop Living on Autopilot.
October 23, 2020
· 6 min read
Take a Break: Top 5 Ways YEC’ers De-Stress During the Work Day
The young entrepreneurs of YEC share their hacks and habits for de-stressing during a work day.
October 8, 2020
· 3 min read
Jeff Shavitz Helps YEC Members Save Money on Credit Card Fees
Jeff Shavitz, president of Merchant Advocate, can help YEC members realize significant savings on credit card fees.
October 6, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: 365 to Vision by Ron Lieback
Young entrepreneur Ron Lieback's book, 365 to Vision, offers an overview of SEO, journalism, editing, and content promotion.
October 1, 2020
· 4 min read
Arel Moodie is YEC Speakers Group Chair
As a top speaker and coach, Arel Moodie says YEC helped him grow his business by providing access to expert advice from fellow entrepreneurs.
September 24, 2020
· 4 min read
Daniel Griggs is YEC Black Entrepreneurs Group Chair
As YEC Black Entrepreneurs Chair, ATX founder Daniel Griggs will help fellow Black entrepreneurs in YEC take advantage of the same advice and support he has received as a member.
September 22, 2020
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: Pursue the Passion by Brett Farmiloe
Young entrepreneur Brett Farmiloe delves into the reasons people are passionate about their work, in order to offer a better path to others.
September 17, 2020
· 3 min read
Tradition Energy’s Bob Wooten Helps YEC Members Reduce Energy Costs
Bob Wooten of Tradition Energy may be able to save YEC members 10-15% on electricity and natural gas costs.
September 15, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Chasing the High by Michael G. Dash
Young entrepreneur Michael G. Dash offers a cautionary tale and inspiration for entrepreneurs and others struggling with the stress that a need to achieve can bring.
September 10, 2020
· 4 min read
Amy Stellhorn is YEC Women Entrepreneurs Group Chair
Amy Stellhorn, a dedicated supporter of women entrepreneurs, says YEC has been a steady and valuable source of connections and peer advice.
September 10, 2020
· 5 min read
How to Balance Great Storytelling With Reader-Focused Advice
Good storytelling can be a powerful tool for business articles. This means taking the time to develop a clear story and engaging your readers.
September 8, 2020
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: The CEO's Digital Marketing Playbook by Thomas J. Donohoe
Young entrepreneur Thomas Donohoe gives CEOs and other leaders the tools they need to rethink digital marketing efforts.
September 3, 2020
· 4 min read
Ryan Francis is YEC Software Development Group Chair
Ryan Francis says YEC is one of the best investments he's made as an entrepreneur. He looks forward to serving as software development industry chair.
September 2, 2020
· 2 min read
What’s the Key to an Encouraging Company Culture?
When it comes to fostering company culture, it's essential to focus on trust. Trust is key to creating a supportive environment.
September 1, 2020
· 3 min read
YEC Reads: Friday Forward by Robert Glazer
In Friday Forward, young entrepreneur Robert Glazer offers inspiration and encouragement for business leaders based on real stories of achievement and growth.
August 31, 2020
· 3 min read
What’s the Best Way To Handle Carefully-laid Plans Falling Apart?
Young entrepreneur Russell Benaroya offers entrepreneurial advice for making the most of situations when plans fall apart.
August 26, 2020
· 4 min read
Aaron Letzeiser is YEC Real Estate Group Chair
Obie co-founder Aaron Letzeiser says his fellow YEC members have provided advice and camaraderie, helping to alleviate some of the loneliness that often comes with being an entrepreneur.
August 24, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Future Proof Your Marketing by Kevin Getch
In Future Proof Your Marketing, young entrepreneur Kevin Getch evaluates marketing trends, including what is and isn't working for marketers currently with an eye toward the impact of emerging…
August 17, 2020
· 1 min read
YEC Reads: From Nameless to Notable by Kristin Marquet
In From Nameless to Notable, young entrepreneur Kristin Marquet offers entrepreneurs a go-to resource for publicity, covering how to get top-tier media coverage for their businesses.
August 14, 2020
· 4 min read
Russell Benaroya is YEC Seattle Group Chair
Russell Benaroya, a partner at Stride Services, is YEC's Seattle chair and will connect members with each other and with Seattle's rich entrepreneurial ecosystem.
August 14, 2020
· 3 min read
"Summer Reading" for Entrepreneurs: YEC Members Recommend 19 Business Books
Some young entrepreneurs recommend the business books that have been most helpful. These books might be about starting a business or marketing your business,
August 13, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: The Millennial Travel Guidebook by Matt Wilson
Young entrepreneur Matt Wilson's new book, The Millennial Travel Guidebook, offers a fresh perspective on how and why young people should make travel a part of life.
July 30, 2020
· 4 min read
Evan Kirkpatrick is YEC Financial Services Group Chair
Evan Kirkpatrick is a YEC veteran who values the friendship and advice of fellow members and will help cultivate that spirit as financial services chair.
July 29, 2020
· 8 min read
Setting Up the Perfect Home Office to Maximize Comfort and Productivity
It's a good idea to set up a home office using your work equipment. Dell Technologies' partners have some great recommendations for how to do this.
July 28, 2020
· 4 min read
Lisa Song Sutton is YEC Las Vegas Group Chair
As YEC's Las Vegas Chair, Lisa Song Sutton will help build a connected base of local and visiting members.
July 21, 2020
· 4 min read
Erik Huberman is YEC LA Group Chair
Hawke Media CEO Erik Huberman, YEC's LA chair, will help members build the kinds of relationships that helped him so much in the early years of his business.
July 15, 2020
· 6 min read
Write Better (and Faster) Using an Outline
Writing expert content requires consistency, but let's face it: writing well is hard. Try this simple hack to get better.
July 14, 2020
· 4 min read
Ian Blair is YEC San Diego Group Chair
Ian Blair, YEC's San Diego chair, says that YEC connections impacted his entrepreneurial journey and he looks forward to hosting gatherings for YEC.
July 7, 2020
· 4 min read
Jinny Oh is YEC San Francisco Group Chair
Jinny Oh, YEC's San Francisco chair, says YEC serves as her group of mentors and advisors. She encourages other members to tap the community as a resource.
June 30, 2020
· 4 min read
Patrick Barnhill is YEC Miami Group Chair
Specialist ID president Patrick Barnhill is a longtime YEC member who will his new position as Miami chair to host events and online meetups where members can connect, help one another with…
June 18, 2020
· 4 min read
Jessica Moseley is YEC Washington, DC Group Chair
TCS Interpreting CEO Jessica Moseley has tapped YEC for mentorship, advice, and connections, and will help other members do the same through her role as YEC's Washington, DC chair.
June 16, 2020
· 4 min read
Connor Tomkies is YEC Dallas Group Chair
SupportNinja's Connor Tomkies, YEC's Dallas Chair, says YEC's connections, support, and advice, helped him grow his company. As chair, he'll help other Dallas area members connect and share valuable…
June 11, 2020
· 3 min read
Dan Golden is YEC Chicago Group Chair
As YEC's Chicago chair, BFO president Dan Golden will bring topic-specific virtual events to members, and help them make meaningful connections within the community.
June 9, 2020
· 4 min read
Shama Hyder is the YEC Marketing and PR Agency Group Chair
Shama Hyder, YEC's new Marketing and PR Agency Chair, says YEC has been a source of advice, support, and friendship for many years.
June 4, 2020
· 4 min read
Dalip Jaggi is the YEC Orange County Chair
YEC's new Orange County chair, Dalip Jaggi, plans to channel his networking and community building skills into new experiences for his fellow YEC members.
June 2, 2020
· 4 min read
Dan Lucas is the YEC Atlanta Group Chair
YEC's new Atlanta chair, Dan Lucas, is looking forward to opening doors and making connections for YEC's younger members.
May 28, 2020
· 3 min read
Joey Kercher is the YEC Denver Group Chair
Joey Kercher, YEC's Denver chair, reinvented his company post-COVID-19, and values YEC for the advice and connections to visionary people.
April 28, 2020
· 2 min read
Introducing the YEC Groups Program
YEC introduces the YEC Groups program, in which select members curate experiences and connections for micro-communities within YEC.
March 27, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Automate Your Income by Phil Laboon
Young entrepreneur Phil Laboon shares his recent publication, Automate Your Income, a resource for entrepreneurs on creating recurring income.
March 19, 2020
· 2 min read
Welcome John-Mark Davidson to the YEC Team!
The YEC welcomes John-Mark Davidson as its new director of member connections. John-Mark has a great deal of experience and we are honored to have him.
March 18, 2020
· 5 min read
YEC Members: YEC Response to COVID-19
The Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) is here to help young entrepreneurs during this difficult time. Get in contact with us now!
March 9, 2020
· 2 min read
YEC Reads: Superconnector by Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh
YEC founders Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh share how to be a superconnector: a highly valuable community-builder who makes things happen through a keen understanding and utilization of social capital.
March 2, 2020
· 4 min read
Hiring a New Employee? Look for These Six Traits
When hiring new employees, Leila Lewis looks for traits that make them a good fit for the job, such as being dedicated and knowledgeable.
February 24, 2020
· 5 min read
The Trick to Making a Content Calendar Work for Your Business
To be a successful entrepreneur, it's important to have a good content calendar. Syed Balkhi shares advice for entrepreneurs on managing a content calendar.
February 19, 2020
· 5 min read
YEC Escape to Powder Mountain: Winter 2020 Recap
Get a peek inside this year's YEC Escape, a members-only retreat for young entrepreneurs that fostered connections and offered both business inspiration and winter fun.
February 3, 2020
· 5 min read
How to Empower Your Team to Build a Culture You’re Proud Of
YEC member Brian Pallas shares insight on how to involve your team in creating the company culture you want.
January 23, 2020
· 5 min read
Senior Business Coach Charlie Gaudet Leverages His Expertise for YEC Members
As senior business coach for YEC, Charlie Gaudet helps members work smarter by capitalizing on their core strengths to grow revenue and to innovate.
January 6, 2020
· 5 min read
4 Collegiate Hacks That Will Set You Up for Business Success
Young entrepreneur Lisa Song Sutton offers advice for college students that will help them create businesses that prosper.
2019
December 19, 2019
· 1 min read
Happy Holidays 2019 from YEC!
As the Holidays approach we would like to share our Holiday 2019 video message to member entrepreneurs from the team behind Young Entrepreneur Council.
September 23, 2019
· 4 min read
Spotlight: Young Entrepreneur Cooper Harris
Spotlight on young entrepreneur Cooper Harris, founder and CEO of Klickly, who shares her thoughts on motivation, working on the cutting edge, and focus.
August 26, 2019
· 4 min read
Spotlight: Young Entrepreneur Jessica Moseley
Get to know young entrepreneur Jessica Moseley, an entrepreneur working in the field of interpretive services for the Deaf community.
August 14, 2019
· 4 min read
What Can a Female Entrepreneur Do in Response to Bullying by Male Partners?
Young entrepreneur Jennifer Barnes encourages female entrepreneurs to take a stand in the face of overbearing male partners.
August 5, 2019
· 5 min read
How to Financially Prepare Yourself for a Business Failure
Young entrepreneur John Rampton offers financial advice intended to minimize negative impact for entrepreneurs facing possible company shutdown.
July 26, 2019
· 4 min read
YEC: An Incomparable Resource for Connection, Networking, and Growth
Our members, all successful young entrepreneurs, tell us that YEC is an invaluable resource for connection, networking, and growth.
July 23, 2019
· 6 min read
Spotlight: Young Entrepreneur Andrew Schrage
YEC member Andrew Schrage offers his perspective on helping others, leadership, social media as a business tool, and habits for success.
July 17, 2019
· 3 min read
Do You Have Any Tips for Maintaining Work-Life Balance?
YEC member Esteban Kadamani offers his perspective on finding work-life balance working as an entrepreneur while raising a young family.
July 8, 2019
· 4 min read
Transform Your Schedule With 4 Productivity Hacks
Young entrepreneur Arash Asli offers his best productivity hacks for entrepreneurs, including outsourcing small tasks and starting early each day.
June 19, 2019
· 4 min read
Four Keys to Successful Business Budget Management
Young entrepreneur Michael Burdick shares strategies for creating and maintaining a budget for your business.
May 8, 2019
· 2 min read
How Can I Protect a Friendship With My Co-Founder?
Young entrepreneur Jesse Lear offers advice on how to balance the personal and professional side of a relationship between co-founders who are already friends.
May 6, 2019
· 3 min read
How to Monetize Your Content
Young entrepreneur John Rampton offers strategies for entrepreneurs seeking to monetize thought leadership content, including creating online courses.
April 22, 2019
· 5 min read
Tips for Mastering the To-Do List
Young entrepreneur Charlie Gilkey offers useful advice about prioritizing to-do lists via the use of "exit tasks," creating a clear boundary between work and play.
April 16, 2019
· 5 min read
Spotlight: Young Entrepreneur Robert Glazer
YEC member Robert Glazer, CEO of Acceleration Partners and best-selling author, shares his insights on leadership, achievement, and living a balanced life.
April 10, 2019
· 1 min read
How Do You Handle B2B Collections?
Young entrepreneur Carmine Silano discusses the frustrations of B2B collections and how to avoid getting into a difficult position.
April 1, 2019
· 5 min read
Top Tips to Ensure a Successful Capital Raise
YEC member Kristopher Jones offers advice for entrepreneurs seeking funding for their new ventures, with a focus on solid planning and financials.
March 26, 2019
· 6 min read
YEC Report: 7 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs
YEC interviewed successful business founders to identify the characteristics of entrepreneurs that help them stick through the challenges and achieve great things.
March 13, 2019
· 2 min read
Do You Have Any Tips For Entrepreneurs Appearing On Camera?
Young entrepreneur Jennifer Buonantony offers ways for entrepreneurs to prepare for their first on-camera interviews, from clothing to composure.
March 11, 2019
· 4 min read
Three Branding Exercises Every Founder Should Do
Young entrepreneur Suneera Madhani offers some creative and inspiring branding brainstorming ideas for entrepreneurs forming their company identities.
February 28, 2019
· 3 min read
YEC Escape to Powder Mountain: Winter 2019 Recap
Young entrepreneurs gathered at YEC Escape 2019, including winter adventure, business conversation, and a focus on wellness for entrepreneurs.
February 18, 2019
· 3 min read
Spotlight: Young Entrepreneur Shama Hyder
Spotlight on young entrepreneur Shama Hyder, founder and CEO of Zen Media, bestselling author, and keynote speaker, who shares her thoughts on her work, humans at their best, and ups and downs.
February 6, 2019
· 3 min read
When Is It Time to Call It Quits on a Partnership?
Young entrepreneur Fritz Colcol discusses the circumstances that can lead to ending a partnership, and the lessons to be learned from co-founder fallout.
January 30, 2019
· 4 min read
6 Ways to Hone Your Entrepreneurial Skills (Even When You're Short on Time)
Entrepreneurs can make time between the daily tasks of running a business to sharpen entrepreneurial skills and develop as a leader.
January 9, 2019
· 4 min read
What's the #1 Thing You Wish You'd Planned for When Starting Your Business?
Young entrepreneur Justin Beegel shares his most important advice for entrepreneurs creating a new startup: plan for recurring revenue, not just one-time sales.
January 7, 2019
· 5 min read
Top 3 Ways to Define Your Target Audience and Win Loyal Customers
Young entrepreneur Daniel Griggs shares insights for entrepreneurs on identifying ideal customers and communicating company values that draw those customers in.
2018
December 27, 2018
· 1 min read
YEC 2018 Year In Review
YEC infographic tallies up YEC members' published articles, published books, awards, acquisitions, product launches, new ventures, and more from 2018!
December 17, 2018
· 8 min read
YEC Report: Where are Entrepreneurs Founding New Companies?
This YEC report tallies where entrepreneurs are founding companies by country, state, and metro area, and analyzes factors that create a hospitable startup environment.
December 12, 2018
· 2 min read
How Can I Push Through Tough Days?
Young entrepreneur Jinny Hyojin Oh, founder of WANDR, shares her advice for combatting depression and mental blocks as an entrepreneur.
December 5, 2018
· 3 min read
How Can I Turn Customers Into Advocates?
Young entrepreneur Brittany Hodak, co-founder of The Superfan Company, shares her insights on identifying "superfans" — customers who identify with your story and will pay more for your product or…
November 12, 2018
· 4 min read
10 Negotiating Tips Every Woman Needs in Her Arsenal
Young entrepreneur Beth Doane discusses the importance of negotiation skills for promoting equality in the workplace and beyond.
November 7, 2018
· 4 min read
How Can I Turn a Speaking Engagement Into Business?
Young entrepreneur Arel Moodie, of The Art of Likeability, offers advice for entrepreneurs who want to turn speaking engagements into business.
October 29, 2018
· 6 min read
Build Your Brand by Publishing Expert Content
Insights and advice for entrepreneurs on thought leadership as a foundation for building a brand, including why it matters and how to make it work.
July 2, 2018
· 1 min read
Preserving Company Culture With Suneera Madhani
YEC member Suneera Madhani, CEO of Fattmerchant, offers tips on maintaining an authentic culture as you scale.
June 4, 2018
· 1 min read
Scaling Up With Speed With Dr. Steven Lee
YEC member Dr. Steven Lee, Opternative founder, cautions against spending too much time analyzing rather than taking action.
May 7, 2018
· 1 min read
Managing Incentives With Dr. Steven Lee
Young entrepreneur Dr. Steven Lee, founder of Opternative, shares tips on balancing the incentives of everyone involved with your company.
April 9, 2018
· 1 min read
Making Successful Outsourced Hires With Ben Walker
Young entrepreneur Ben Walker, CEO of Transcription Outsourcing, shares tips for outsourcing work successfully.
February 27, 2018
· 2 min read
Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh Release Superconnector Today
YEC founders Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh release Superconnector, a book about creating real relationships in business.
February 26, 2018
· 1 min read
Building an Enterprise Sales Funnel With Lane Campbell
Young entrepreneur Lane Campbell, COO of PolicyGuru, shares advice on getting customers to trust your company.
February 19, 2018
· 1 min read
Pitching an Investor With Codie Sanchez
Entrepreneur and investor Codie Sanchez shares three tips that will increase your chances of winning an angel investor's dollars.
February 7, 2018
· 2 min read
5 Rules for Writing Like the Expert You Are
If you want to be successful in business, you need to write about what you know. This will give you a level of visibility that will help you get ahead.
January 3, 2018
· 3 min read
YEC Members: 5 Tips for a Successful Year of Publishing
The members of the Young Entrepreneurs Council will get the most out of the publishing benefits throughout the entire year.
2017
December 25, 2017
· 1 min read
Making a CEO Hire With Zach Obront
Young entrepreneur Zach Obront, co-founder of Book in a Box, shares that starting a company doesn't mean you need to be its CEO.
December 18, 2017
· 1 min read
Avoiding a Common Book-Writing Mistake With Zach Obront
Young entrepreneur Zach Obront, co-founder of Book in a Box, discusses the biggest misconception that first-time authors have about writing.
November 27, 2017
· 1 min read
Writing and Marketing a Successful Book With Zach Obront
Young entrepreneur Zach Obront, co-founder of Book in a Box, shares the secrets to making your book stand out from the rest.
November 20, 2017
· 1 min read
Perfecting Your Sales Language With Codie Sanchez
When selling something, it's important to use the right words to make your listener understand what you're selling.
November 13, 2017
· 1 min read
Delivering a Memorable Talk With Codie Sanchez
Entrepreneur and investor Codie Sanchez shares the key to delivering an effective talk that will stick with your audience.
October 9, 2017
· 2 min read
Evaluating Your HR Needs With Joshua Jeffries
Young entrepreneur Joshua Jeffries, partner at Arkin Youngentob Associates, outlines internal and external HR needs depending on company size.
October 4, 2017
· 3 min read
Great Content Starts With Strategic Thinking
If you're investing your time and energy into creating content, you deserve to see positive results. Here are 6 resources to help.
September 25, 2017
· 1 min read
Setting Business Goals With Lisa Song Sutton
YEC member and Sin City Cupcakes co-founder Lisa Song Sutton shares why defining OKRs makes hard work more purposeful.
September 18, 2017
· 1 min read
Launching a Niche Product With Lisa Song Sutton
Young entrepreneur Lisa Song Sutton, co-founder of Sin City Cupcakes, shares why you need to get to know your customer before releasing a niche product.
September 6, 2017
· 4 min read
The One Thing Business Writers Must Understand About Their Customers
A marketing funnel is a tool used to help businesses sell more products. But it seems to be a forgotten tool when it comes to writing thought leadership content.
September 4, 2017
· 2 min read
Designing Effective Presentations With Arel Moodie
Young entrepreneur Arel Moodie, founder of The Art of Likability, shares his recipe for delivering memorable presentations.
May 22, 2017
· 1 min read
Leveraging Narrative Strategy With Michael Margolis
YEC member Michael Margolis, CEO of Get Storied, outlines how leaders can use narrative strategy to bring the company's story to life.
May 3, 2017
· 4 min read
How to Write Clearly About Complex Topics: 8 Tips
Business writers often get lost in jargon and “clutter” when we try to explain something complex or technical. But there’s a better way.
March 6, 2017
· 1 min read
Leveraging Awards and Honors With Beck Bamberger
Young entrepreneur Beck Bamberger, founder of BAM Communications, offers advice on highlighting the award that you or your company just received.
March 1, 2017
· 3 min read
How To Publish an Article With YEC: A 7-Step Guide
Thought leadership is a process that can take some time to see results, but it’s worth it if you’ve been thinking about and developing your ideas beforehand.
February 27, 2017
· 6 min read
YEC Escape to Powder Mountain: Winter 2017 Recap
A select group of young entrepreneurs joined the YEC co-founders for a four-day retreat in the mountains of Utah.
February 27, 2017
· 1 min read
Demonstrating Your Personal Development With Beck Bamberger
Young entrepreneur Beck Bamberger, founder of BAM Communications, discusses why you need to show that you're living up to your personal and company goals.
February 20, 2017
· 1 min read
Designing a Creative Work Environment With Beck Bamberger
YEC member Beck Bamberger, founder of BAM Communications, discusses how creative workplace decor can inspire employees.
February 1, 2017
· 4 min read
3 Simple Questions That Make Writing Great Content Easier
As a young entrepreneur, sharing expertise with potential customers, hires, investors or partners, use these 3 questions to get it right every time.
January 16, 2017
· 1 min read
Selling Your Business With Matthew Moisan
YEC member Matthew Moisan, Moisan Legal P.C. partner, explains the three things you should be thinking about when considering an exit.
January 13, 2017
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Advice for Finding, Vetting and Learning From Investors
The Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) is a group of young entrepreneurs who offer advice on how to find, vet, and learn from investors.
January 9, 2017
· 1 min read
Leveraging Your Brand's Community With Lauren Perkins
Young entrepreneur Lauren Perkins, founder and CEO of Perks Consulting, explains how you can leverage your community to drive market research and sales.
January 4, 2017
· 4 min read
Should You Write an Article Inspired by the Headlines? 5 Questions to Help
Commenting on current events or major trends can attract attention. But what if it’s the wrong kind of attention for your brand?
2016
December 21, 2016
· 7 min read
Changing the Future of Startups With Equity Crowdfunding
Young entrepreneurs discuss the promises and realities of crowdfunding. A feature from YEC Quarterly Magazine.
December 12, 2016
· 1 min read
How to Retain Your Best Employees With Lane Campbell
YEC member Lane Campbell, COO of fastAdvocate, explains why you should be working to retain your employees who might be considering jumping ship.
December 7, 2016
· 3 min read
6 of Your Most Important Publishing Questions, Answered
Getting ready to write your first article? (Or maybe your tenth?) Here’s what you need to know before you hit “submit.”
December 5, 2016
· 1 min read
How to Write a Great CTO Job Description With Lane Campbell
Young entrepreneur Lane Campbell, COO of fastAdvocate, explains why you need to write a CTO job description that outlines their expected communications responsibilities.
November 29, 2016
· 6 min read
YEC Members Share Social Impact Ideas for Product-Based Businesses
TOMS helped create a whole culture of buy-one, give-one social good companies, but there’s more than one way to sell a great product while making an impact.
November 24, 2016
· 1 min read
Happy Thanksgiving From the YEC Family
We at YEC feel thankful that we get to work with you -- our wonderful member entrepreneurs -- every day.
November 14, 2016
· 1 min read
Using Sales Incentives To See Big Results With Lane Campbell
Young entrepreneur Lane Campbell, COO of fastAdvocate, explains why an incentivized rewards system inspires healthy competition and big results.
November 2, 2016
· 3 min read
Article Ideas for Entrepreneurs: 8 More Sources
Entrepreneurs want to share their expertise, but finding a topic is tricky. Luckily, Ideas are everywhere. Develop a system to find, vet and collect them.
October 19, 2016
· 3 min read
How to Secure an Important Sales Meeting
To get a sales meeting, always start with the ultimate decision maker, because referrals roll better downhill.
October 12, 2016
· 12 min read
YEC Members on How to Vet Your Investors
How one young entrepreneur nearly went bankrupt from a bad investment deal — and what you need to know before you close your own. A feature from YEC Quarterly Magazine.
October 10, 2016
· 1 min read
The Basics of Affiliate Marketing With Robert Glazer
Young entrepreneur Robert Glazer, founder and managing director of Acceleration Partners, defines affiliate marketing and it's benefits.
October 5, 2016
· 4 min read
Understanding Tone: How to Hit the Right Notes in Your Writing
When you write for business, you need to make sure your tone is appealing to your audience. This will help them to stay interested in what you have to say.
September 26, 2016
· 8 min read
YEC Members on What Life Really Looks Like After a Big Exit
How 4 YEC members are investing their time, money and energy post-exit. A feature from YEC Quarterly Magazine.
September 19, 2016
· 8 min read
YEC Members on How a Well-Executed Brand Can Help You Attract the Right Investors
Investors are going to Google you. Will they like what they find? A feature from YEC Quarterly Magazine.
August 21, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Working with Customers
Building a successful relationship with your customers starts with understanding them and their needs. Be patient and always listen to what they have to say.
August 17, 2016
· 3 min read
How to Predict Your Sales (And Understand What's Happening in Your Pipeline)
In order to create an accurate sales forecast for your business, you need to look at what your prospects do, not what they say.
August 15, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Creating Killer Content
Young entrepreneurs share tips on how to create amazing content. These tips can help you create good content that is interesting and helpful to your audience.
August 7, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Big Data and Influencer Marketing
Young entrepreneurs share their insights on big data and influencer marketing. They explain how these two fields are connected and how they can be used.
August 3, 2016
· 4 min read
Hook Your Readers With an Attention-Grabbing Introduction
The first few sentences of your article are what readers use to decide whether to keep going, but they're often the hardest to nail.
July 24, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips On Bouncing Back From Business Challenges
Young entrepreneurs share tips for overcoming a faltering brand, negative employee reviews, and more.
July 20, 2016
· 4 min read
3 Sales Rep Profiles That Cause Bad Sales Pipelines
Knowing the profile of your sales reps can exponentially improve your pipeline. Sales reps are in some ways, the lifeline of the company.
July 17, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Helping Employees Succeed
Get insight from YEC members on how to stay connected with employees, keep them motivated and productive, and foster a learning environment.
July 10, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Culture Development
Many YEC members share information about how to create a positive company culture. This can help make your workplace a great place to work.
July 3, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Creating a Better Work-Life Balance & Establishing Your Location Presence
YEC members share best practices and insider tips on how to establish your local presence and create work-life balance.
July 2, 2016
· 13 min read
YEC Members Offer Advice on Protecting Your Company as It Grows
High growth often means greater complexity and risk. That's something you can find in the latest issue of YEC Quarterly magazine.
June 26, 2016
· 3 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Design and Finance
Some young entrepreneurs share tips on how to get the money you need to start a business and design your ideas correctly.
June 25, 2016
· 7 min read
YEC Members on Unlocking Customer Happiness at Scale
How can entrepreneurs provide personalized customer support as their companies grow? A feature from YEC Quarterly Magazine.
June 19, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Mobile Apps & Technology
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how technology and mobile apps apply to your business.
June 18, 2016
· 12 min read
Scaling an Empire With Will and Laura Land
YEC’ers Will and Laura Land sit down to discuss the operational triumphs and challenges they’ve faced when building their brand, Empire Case.
June 15, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members: How Your Support Staff Can Help With Your Membership
Young successful entrepreneurs have a lot on their plates. As YEC members, it's easy to get support staff to help with membership.
June 12, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Sales and Marketing
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on sales and how to successfully market your business.
June 11, 2016
· 10 min read
YEC Members on Managing Your Greatest Resource
Gallup finds that many employees are not fully engaged in their jobs. Check out our strategy for combating low engagement rates in your business.
June 5, 2016
· 3 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Business Structure & Smart Management
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to successfully manage business structure.
May 29, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Marketing and Content Creation
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to successfully market and create content.
May 22, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Stay Ahead of the Pack
YEC members share best practices and insider tips on how staying ahead of the pack with these tools.
May 21, 2016
· 4 min read
YEC Members Offer Four Alternatives to Venture Capital
As startup founders, you know your idea is valuable. But how can you retain ownership and value as you ask for money? A feature from YEC Quarterly Magazine.
May 15, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Office Environment and Culture
YEC members share best practices and insider tips on how to better your office environment and company culture.
May 14, 2016
· 9 min read
What to Do When Venture Capital Is Not for You
Not every business needs, wants, or appeals to VCs. Young entrepreneurs offer some alternatives that are worth exploring.
May 8, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Insights on Product and Innovation
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to better your marketing and your product or service.
May 1, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Business Expansion
These young entrepreneurs have some great advice on how to turn your business around if it's struggling. Check it out here!
April 28, 2016
· 1 min read
Young Entrepreneur Arian Radmand on How to Get Celebrity Endorsements
Young entrepreneur Arian Radmand, founder and director of engineering at CoachUp, shares his experience securing high-profile celebrity endorsements.
April 24, 2016
· 3 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on People Management & Growth
YEC members share best practices and insider tips on how to manage your employees through growth. This helps you to keep your employees happy and productive.
April 17, 2016
· 1 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Out-of-the-Box Thinking
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to take your business to the next level by thinking outside of the box.
April 16, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer 5 Tips for Becoming a “Rockstar” Angel Investor
Some young entrepreneurs have had success as angels. Here are some tips they've learned along the way that can help you as well.
April 10, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Insight on E-Commerce and Sales
One of the most important things to know is how to sell products online. We've gathered some tips from young entrepreneurs who have been successful in this area
April 9, 2016
· 11 min read
YEC Members on How to Become an Angel Investor
What you need to know about the hottest investing trend for entrepreneurs. A feature from YEC Quarterly magazine.
April 6, 2016
· 5 min read
4 Ways to Write About Your Company Without Being Promotional
When writing business content, How do you establish yourself as an "expert" without being self-promotional?
April 3, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Share Lessons on How to Manage Relationships
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to manage the various relationships in your life, both personal and professional.
March 27, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Share Lessons on Healthy Hiring Considerations
It's important to think about things like skills and experience when looking for a new employee, and to be open to different ideas.
March 20, 2016
· 3 min read
YEC Members Share Lessons on How to Keep You and Your Business Healthy
We're here to help you keep your business healthy. We've gathered some tips and tricks from other young entrepreneurs, so you can stay on top of things.
March 16, 2016
· 2 min read
Best Practices for Taking a Great Professional Headshot
It's always a good idea to have a high-quality headshot of yourself on hand so that you can use it when applying for jobs or when talking to people.
March 13, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Share How To Boost Your Company's Reputation
Young entrepreneurs share tips for building a startup's reputation. This can be helpful because it can help the startup to become more well-known and respected.
March 2, 2016
· 5 min read
8 Simple Ways to Declutter Your Writing
Young entrepreneurs, use this checklist to make your next thought leadership article clear, persuasive and shareable.
March 1, 2016
· 3 min read
5 Steps You Must Take Before Your VA Can Schedule a Meeting for You
Young entrepreneurs can have virtual assistants schedule meetings for them with no mix-ups by following these steps.
February 28, 2016
· 3 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Grow Into Leadership
YEC members share advice on becoming a successful leader. They share their best practices and tips so that you can succeed too.
February 24, 2016
· 1 min read
How to Join YEC
Learn how to join YEC, "one of America’s most successful communities for business professionals," according to Entrepreneur Magazine.
February 21, 2016
· 1 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Grow Your Business in the Early Stages
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on growing your startup in the early stages.
February 18, 2016
· 4 min read
YEC Escape to Powder Mountain: Winter 2016 Recap
A group of young entrepreneurs gathered in Eden, Utah, for the second annual YEC Escape to Powder Mountain. Check out their experience here.
February 14, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Step Up Your Game
YEC is a group of young entrepreneurs who can help you become a better business person. They share their best practices and tips.
February 13, 2016
· 5 min read
The Problem With Your Recruiting Strategy
Having a bad hire not only stops you from gaining momentum, it pulls you closer to the jaws of death.
February 7, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Get Things Done
We're here to talk about how to be a successful entrepreneur. We've gathered some great tips from other young entrepreneurs, and we want to share them with you.
January 31, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Creativity and Competition
Some young entrepreneurs share tips on being more creative and competitive. These tips can help you be more successful in your business.
January 30, 2016
· 5 min read
YEC Members on How to Prepare for a Successful PR Campaign
Some young entrepreneurs from the Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC) are discussing the key elements of a successful public relations campaign.
January 27, 2016
· 3 min read
3 Misconceptions About Virtual Assistants -- Debunked
Entrepreneurs can get a lot of help from a virtual assistant if they reconsider these misconceptions about working with a VA.
January 24, 2016
· 3 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Plan Out Your Business
The Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC) is a group of experienced business people who can help you plan your business and make it successful.
January 17, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How To Build Your Dream Team
The Young Entrepreneurs Council members can help you find great people to work with, so you can build the dream team you've always wanted.
January 12, 2016
· 4 min read
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions With the Help of Your VA
Young entrepreneurs can enlist the help of a virtual assistant to hold them accountable for New Year's resolutions.
January 10, 2016
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Get a Jumpstart in 2016
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to get a jumpstart in the New Year.
January 6, 2016
· 4 min read
YEC Members: 5 Tips for Getting Your Next Article Published
The YEC editorial team helps young entrepreneurs get their ideas published. If you have an idea for a business or product, we can help you.
2015
December 31, 2015
· 3 min read
5 New Year's Resolutions Every Entrepreneur Should Have
Starting the new year can be an exciting time, but it can be difficult to know where to start. Here are some tips to help you start on the right foot.
December 20, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips to Help Entrepreneurs Relax Over the Holidays
Some young entrepreneurs share tips on how to relax during the holidays. These tips can make your holiday season more enjoyable.
December 13, 2015
· 3 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Preparing for the New Year During the Holidays
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to prepare for a new year during the holidays.
December 12, 2015
· 9 min read
Beyond Technology: Future-Proofing Your Company Through Community
What’s worth more than a million-dollar app? A community of customers willing to follow you anywhere. An article from the latest YEC Quarterly Magazine.
December 9, 2015
· 3 min read
4 Ways to Master the Art of Networking
Don't be scared off by the idea of cold emailing people. It can be a great way to connect with new people and get your business started.
December 8, 2015
· 4 min read
Working With Your VA to Schedule Content on Social Media
Check out the three easy and effective ways a virtual assistant can help entrepreneurs amp up their social media presence.
December 6, 2015
· 3 min read
YEC Members Talk Technology
With how fast technology is evolving, its extremely important for any entrepreneur to stay up to date with the latest technology trends.
November 28, 2015
· 7 min read
YEC Members on How to Make Your 15 Minutes of Fame Last
Young entrepreneurs talk about their television appearances and the impact being on TV had on their businesses.
November 22, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Industry and Workplace Trends
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips on how to understand industry and workplace trends.
November 21, 2015
· 9 min read
7 YEC Members With Important Tips To Ramp Up Your CSR Efforts
Some young entrepreneurs share their tips for good corporate social responsibility (CSR). Here are seven of their ideas.
November 20, 2015
· 1 min read
The YEC Team Goes Bald for Be Bold, Be Bald!
The team at YEC wore bald caps to help raise awareness for cancer and was also able to raise a substantial amount of money to help the fight against cancer.
November 17, 2015
· 3 min read
How and Why Entrepreneurs Should Have VAs Vet Purchases
Entrepreneurs, or people who make purchasing decisions for businesses, might use a Virtual Assistant to do some research before they buy something.
November 16, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC and Junior Achievement Put Entrepreneurs In High School Classrooms
Junior Achievement and the Young Entrepreneur Council organization teamed up to share entrepreneurship ideas with 10,000 teens nationwide.
November 15, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Optimizing for the New Economy
We’re talking to some young entrepreneurs here about how to thrive in the new economy. They’ve got some great tips for you!
November 13, 2015
· 4 min read
YEC Members : 8 Reasons To Email Concierge
If you need something, you can ask our concierge. They can help you if you're a member of the Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC).
November 10, 2015
· 3 min read
Entrepreneurs Can Use a Virtual Assistant To Help With Gift Giving
A virtual assistant can help you make more informed choices when it comes to buying gifts for your business and personal life.
November 8, 2015
· 4 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on How to Train Good Managers
Members of the YEC share tips on how to train good managers. This can help you improve your work life and management skills.
November 4, 2015
· 4 min read
Why Building Trust Through Content Matters
Creating content that your customers find interesting and useful is one of the best ways to attract and keep them as your customer.
November 1, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Getting Results From Your Team
The Young Entrepreneurs' Council (YEC) is a group of business professionals who share best practices and insider tips for getting the most out of your team.
October 27, 2015
· 4 min read
How a Virtual Assistant Can Help Grow Your Startup's Team
Virtual assistants can help entrepreneurs make the employee onboarding process easier. Meaning new employees or clients will be able to get started smoothly.
October 25, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips For Building Your Entrepreneurial Toolbox.
Young entrepreneurs share best practices and insider tips for building your entrepreneurial toolbox.
October 24, 2015
· 11 min read
How to Build a Company Where Culture Comes First
Young entrepreneurs discuss why the best companies put accountability, transparency, and people management before profit.
October 20, 2015
· 3 min read
How VAs Can Help Young Entrepreneurs Keep Up a Web Presence
Advice for young entrepreneurs: a virtual assistant can help monitor what's being said about you and your company online.
October 18, 2015
· 2 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Building and Cultivating Your Dream Team
Members of the Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC) group share advice on how to build a successful team and achieve success.
October 17, 2015
· 10 min read
The Art of Sustaining Culture Through High Growth
Young entrepreneurs talk about maintaining company culture through business growth. A feature from the summer 2015 issue of the YEC Quarterly Magazine.
October 13, 2015
· 3 min read
How Virtual Assistants Help YEC Members Get the Most Out of Membership
Virtual assistants can help young entrepreneurs to use all the resources the Young Entrepreneurs Council has to offer.
October 11, 2015
· 4 min read
YEC Members Offer Tips on Taking Your Business to the Next Level
YEC members share helpful tips for growing your business. These insiders know what works best, so you can improve your success.
October 10, 2015
· 8 min read
YEC Members Weigh In on the Real Lure of Co-Working
Why the smartest entrepreneurs are taking advantage of sharing space, ideas, and even culture. An article from the YEC Quarterly Magazine.
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