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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This article is part of the America’s Favorite Mom & Pop Shops series. Read more stories Key Takeaways AI delivers real value only when it’s orchestrated into a single, connected customer journey, rather than bolted on as isolated point solutions. Clear ownership and accountability for every AI […]

Key Takeaways More than six in 10 U.S. adults would like to work for themselves. New research from OnDeck reveals which business ideas Americans are interested in. Want to work for yourself? You’re in good company; 62% of U.S. adults would prefer to be their own boss.  But with no shortage of business ideas, which […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Reframe your market size before they ask: Instead of going broad, define a tight, defensible wedge and then show the path to expand it. Speak the investor’s language, not your customer’s: The words that make your members feel special are often the words that make […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Recurring team problems are often less about the team and more about the leader — running an honest self-audit can reveal the blind spots driving the pattern. Real leadership growth comes not from trying to fix everything at once, but from identifying one or two […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Seven AI tools that can now run major parts of a solopreneur business — from research and email to building apps and executing entire workflows. What these AI systems can do today that they couldn’t reliably do just a few weeks ago — and why […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Profit measures what already happened. Value reflects a buyer’s confidence that those earnings will keep showing up after the sale. Cash conversion, earnings durability, management depth and financial visibility are all characteristics that create enterprise value beyond profit. Owners often ask: “How can I increase […]

Key Takeaways In a competitive hiring market, the skills section of your resume is more important than ever. Soft skills like communication and teamwork no longer help your resume stand out. As expected, employers increasingly favor AI-related skills. The hiring market is more competitive than ever, with more candidates competing for a smaller number of […]

The new “modern heritage” prototype goes retro, leaning into A&W’s roadside root beer stand roots. By Jon Small | edited by Dan Bova | Aug 21, 2026 Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A&W is reaching back to its roots to shape its future. A new “modern heritage” blends the Americana look of […]

Key Takeaways Molina and Williams had to get scrappy to finance their business in the early days. After a long road to launch and slow start, a viral moment led to millions of dollars in sales. Now, the sisters are continuing to grow their company and its community. In 2013, St. Louis, Missouri-based sisters Jane […]