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Small businesses are getting approved for manufacturing loans in greater numbers this year, according to data from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).Its flagship program, the 7(a) business loan, offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to buy real estate, purchase machinery, and obtain furniture and supplies, and guarantees up to 85% of 7(a) loans of $150,000 or […]

Kevin O’Leary is ready for a TikTok to deal to get done. On Instagram, the long-time “Shark Tank” investor posted a recent television interview (conducted in his signature pajama pants) and told his followers that the TikTok “clock is ticking.” “We’re on our second 75-day extension,” O’Leary told Fox Business. “I speculate that there will […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Most leaders believe they’re giving helpful feedback. But too often, what they think is constructive comes across as demoralizing, ineffective or outright damaging. The difference? The best leaders don’t just give feedback — they coach, communicate with care, and create an environment where employees feel seen, heard […]

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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As Earth Day kicks off, it’s a great reminder for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to rethink how to approach their ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) practices when it comes to the tech they use. SMBs are the backbone of the global economy, making up approximately 90% […]

Starbucks’ first 3D-printed coffee shop is opening in Brownsville, Texas, next week. The 1,400-square-foot building shell has been 3D-printed, meaning that a massive 3D printer mechanically piped layer after layer of a concrete mixture to build the complete exterior structure. The location will only handle drive-thru and mobile orders and is set to open on […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Customer advocacy is emerging as one of the most powerful and underutilized growth drivers for businesses today. So what is “customer advocacy” and why does it matter? A simple definition is when customers actively promote your brand, product or service to others. It’s where you build a […]

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Chef Eric LeVine doesn’t do filters, not in his kitchen, not on a podcast mic and not in life. He’s a Food Network Chopped champion, author of multiple cookbooks and a James Beard-nominated chef with decades in the industry. But none of that matters, he says, if […]

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) “junk fees” ruling, which was passed in December 2024, goes into effect on May 12. The new law requires businesses selling tickets and short-term lodging to “clearly” show all fees (like service and cleaning fees) at the time of purchase. On Monday, Airbnb announced in a statement that it is […]