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Entrepreneurs tell us in their own voices how they've managed to thrive and grow in spite of the challenges they've faced along the way.

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How Crom Rehab Built a Successful Practice on Good Customer Service

Physical therapist Roy Rivera shared how his rehabilitation company focuses on providing quality customer service to its diverse community.

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Barbershop Founder & Entrepreneur Shares Tips on Staying a Cut Above

Perry Petit-Beau, founder of Fort-Lauderdale-based barbershop Petit Beau Barber Lounge, discusses his path to entrepreneurship and lessons he's learned along the way.

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A House Called Hue Founder: 'Stay Ready' and 'Don't Doubt Yourself'

Destiny Brewton, Founder of A House Called Hue, shares her top lessons learned as the owner of a growing embroidery business.

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Growth Studio Everythang Sauce Founders: ‘Document Your Process and Create a System’

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Best Entrepreneurial Advice From the Founders Behind America's Hottest Startups

Leaders from the most successful startups share their guiding principles for new entrepreneurs.

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10 Quotes from Women Founders on Finding Success

Learn how successful women business owners built impactful ventures through these 10 quotes.

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Interview With Little Spoons Founder
Little Spoons co-founder Michelle Muller fulfilled her own needs a mom by creating a startup, with the goal to reach other parents experiencing the same struggles.
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Q&A With Founder of Girl Charlee Inc.
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5 Movies Every Entrepreneur Should Watch
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Business Lessons From the Stars of 'DC Cupcakes'
Sisters Katherine and Sophie have grown their brand Georgetown Cupcake into a thriving, multi-faceted business because they've embraced change and uncertainty.
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Interview With Founder of Sharklet Technologies, Inc.
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I’m the Founder of Southern Proper and This Was My Biggest Mistake
Like any entrepreneur, Howard has been up and she’s been down. Here she shares what she learned and what keeps her going.
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How MM.LaFleur Returned to Its Roots to Find Its Future
She knew the company had to pivot and do something new so she thought back to why she started MM.LaFleur in the first place.
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8 Technologies We Can Thank NASA For
NASA technologies have lead to all sorts of products you benefit from every day.
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Founders Who Started Businesses After 30
Founding a company doesn't always happen during or fresh out of college. Here are eight founders who used their seasoned professional experience and industry knowledge to begin successful businesses.
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