Entrepreneurial Advice Archives

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Evolving the first-ever Chinese American department store for the next generation

May 23, 2022

Pearl River Mart was the first-ever Chinese American department store when it opened in 1971. Five decades later, President Joanne Kwong is nurturing its mission of cultural exchange for a…

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Prioritizing mental health to boost your business: advice from business owners

May 19, 2022

Balancing the demands of your business with your own mental health needs is no easy feat. Expectations are high, and giving into “grind culture” sometimes seems like the only option—which…

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Measure, manage, improve: the path to operational success

May 18, 2022

Business success depends on a myriad of factors that, when working in synergy, are responsible for a well-functioning operation. But how do you truly know you’re successful? The best way…

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“Build the plane as it’s taking off”: tips on partnership, pivots, and working through fear

May 12, 2022

At The Juicy Leaf, a colorful Los Angeles plant shop, Felix Navarro and Felipe Abrahão curate their space carefully—down to every last succulent, incense stick, and crystal. As co-owners and…

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The top 3 things you should do with your customer reviews

May 5, 2022

Everyone’s heard the phrase “show, don’t tell.” Aligned Modern Health, a non-invasive, natural health care provider, has made this concept a central tenet of its marketing strategy. Visit one of…

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Changing the narrative around Korean cuisine in D.C.

May 5, 2022

Anju and Mandu are among the restaurants featured on HBO Max’s series Take Out with Lisa Ling. Hear more from the restaurant owners as we take a deeper dive into…

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Three beauty founders on representation, finding community, and launching their businesses

April 28, 2022

A young mom inspired by the lack of proper hair products available for her son. A former fashion show assistant working backstage, frustrated by her models having to bring their…

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Top 100 winner Whiskey Bird on the reality of entrepreneurship and finding balance

April 25, 2022

Whiskey Bird in Atlanta ranked #37 on Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat in 2022. Read more about how they've created a warm family atmosphere with their employees and community.

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Behind the Review | 4 steps to a successful review response strategy

April 7, 2022

This episode of Behind the Review features highlights from our past two seasons on one of the most-discussed topics: how businesses respond to reviews. Customer reviews and the business’s responses…

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Leading with confidence and optimism at Journey to the Dumpling

April 6, 2022

Journey to the Dumpling is among the restaurants featured on HBO Max’s series Take Out with Lisa Ling. Hear more from the restaurant owners as we take a deeper dive…

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Behind the Review | Setting the tone of your business through your actions

March 31, 2022

Ashley Tedesco and her husband Sal own Paluca Trattoria, an Italian restaurant at the end of Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey, California. Their location puts them right in the middle of…

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Top 100 winner 016 Restaurant puts a touch of Serbia in every dish

March 23, 2022

At 016 Restaurant & Sandwich Shop, Serbian traditions form the basis of the chef’s farm-to-table creations. Plus it's home to a 4,000-pound meat smoker.