Small Business Owners Share One Major Concern Ahead of the Presidential Election, According to the Chamber of Commerce
Inflation has topped the list of concerns for small business owners for the second year in a row.
Mind-altering substances are (still) falling short in clinical trials
This week I want to look at where we are with psychedelics, the mind-altering substances that have somehow made the leap from counterculture to major focus of clinical research. Compounds like psilocybin—which is found in magic mushrooms—are being explored for all sorts of health applications, including treatments for depression, PTSD, addiction, and even obesity. Over…
Master These 4 Elements to Develop a Powerful Personal Network
With these four elements in place, an entrepreneur can successfully build a network full of high-quality connections.
The Evolution of Reputation Management — How AI is Shaping the Future of Branding Success
The changing digital and search landscape — from simply compiling results to attempting to give searchers the essence of a brand — requires those managing reputations to keep up with emerging tech to best serve their clients. AI is the latest stop on this journey.
See Which Fast-Food Chains Have Raised Kids’ Meal Prices the Most Over the Past Decade
Kids’ meal prices have surged by an average of 43% over the last 10 years, outpacing the national inflation rate. But a few chains have managed to keep price increases below the inflation rate.
Two Nobel Prize winners want to cancel their own CRISPR patents in Europe
In the decade-long fight to control CRISPR, the super-tool for modifying DNA, it’s been common for lawyers to try to overturn patents held by competitors by pointing out errors or inconsistencies. But now, in a surprise twist, the team which earned the Nobel Prize for developing CRISPR is asking to cancel two of their own…
How Saying ‘Yes’ to Every Opportunity Helped My Startup Make $1 Million in the First Year
The conventional wisdom for entrepreneurs to say “no” to opportunities can be counterproductive early on. Embracing “yes” can lead to discovering your strengths, finding valuable collaborators and identifying your business niche — ultimately earning you the privilege to say “no” later.
How to Win Black Friday and Cyber Monday This Year with AI
As Black Friday and Cyber Monday continue to break sales records, businesses must use every tool available to stand out in the market. This article explores how AI-driven strategies can enhance personalization, streamline operations and drive revenue across channels during BFCM.
I Tried Making an AI-Hosted Podcast with Google’s NotebookLM. It Worked Surprisingly Well.
Are AI-created podcasts the future?
Inflation Threatens 87% of Franchisees — Here Are the Ways They’re Fighting Back
From soaring labor costs to escalating supply prices, franchise owners are facing significant economic challenges, mostly due to inflation.
How an Idaho State Senator Saved a Beloved Franchise By Hitting the Road In His Camper Van
Peter Riggs’ first job out of college was as a Pita Pit franchisee. Years later, he returned as CEO to bring the brand back to life.