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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Want to 10x your revenue without hiring more staff? AI is revolutionizing marketing, and if you’re not leveraging it, you’re leaving money on the table. In this video, I’m breaking down 4 powerful AI automations that can save you up to 3 days per week while scaling your business effortlessly.What You’ll Learn:Content Research on Autopilot – Find top-performing content and get fresh ideas in minutes.AI Chatbots for Conversions – Boost sales and customer engagement 24/7.Lead Generation Made Easy – Automate cold outreach and close more deals.Sales Automation That Works – Optimize email…

In a feature published Thursday, Costco Chairman Hamilton “Tony” James told Chief Executive Magazine that even though he’s been on Costco’s board for 36 years, he still loves attending the meetings.”I find it fascinating,” James said in the Q&A. “The company is a great window on what’s going in the world of consumers, what they’re buying or not buying.”And what they’re buying, in addition to the beloved $1.50 hot dog combo, are 10-carat diamonds and gold bars. (Wells Fargo analysts found in September that the company sells up to $200 million worth of gold bars monthly.) Related: Would You Live…

This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features Teddy Tawil, 32, of New York City and Irving Fallas, 33, of New Jersey, co-founders of Tribeca-based dog daycare Happy Tails. Prior to going full-time with Happy Tails, Tawil and Fallas both worked in the wholesale industry, manufacturing apparel and accessories for a variety of brands. Responses have been edited for length and clarity.Image Credit: Courtesy of Happy Tails. Co-founders Teddy Tawil and Irving Fallas. When did you start your side hustle, and where did you find the inspiration for it?Tawil: During the pandemic, we noticed our own pets seemed affected by it. Everyone…

The International Franchise Association (IFA) convention is the world’s largest gathering of franchise professionals, bringing together business owners, executives and industry leaders to share insights and shape the future of franchising.This year, the convention was held February 10-13 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. As a first-time attendee, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I quickly realized that success at IFA depends on preparation, participation and a willingness to engage beyond the scheduled sessions.Here are five key takeaways from my first IFA experience:Related: Considering franchise ownership? Get started now to find your personalized list of franchises that match your…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In our most recent The CEO Series episode, we filmed the CEO of Tanium, Dan Streetman. In an era where cyber threats are ever-changing and growing more sophisticated, Tanium is leading the charge to fortify organizations against digital attacks. A former U.S. Army Ranger and experienced executive, Streetman brings a unique blend of military discipline and corporate leadership to one of the world’s leading cybersecurity companies.With Tanium serving major U.S. banks, all U.S. military branches, government agencies, retailers and more, Streetman emphasized the company’s mission of delivering “the power of certainty” to…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Forming a startup is a lot of hard work for an entrepreneur. You’ve come up with an idea, developed a business plan, secured funding and put the business plan into action with your first customers or clients. But where do you go from here? The natural next step for any business is growth, and many startups often use PR to enable this growth.One of the biggest obstacles a startup faces is getting the word out there. Simply put, if the public — or at least the intended customer base — of a…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Imagine coming home from work, turning on the TV, and watching analysts dissect everything you did wrong that day. That’s life for professional athletes.”People always have opinions about what we can do better,” says beloved Knicks star (yes, star) Josh Hart. “They even have narratives about you and your play.”But in the podcast era, where anyone can pick up a mic and athletes have direct access to their fanbase, many are taking control of their own narratives. That’s where guys like Matt Hillman come in. Like a great basketball team, a great…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Time moves differently for founders. It does not unfold in a predictable rhythm of hours and days but stretches and contracts under the weight of ambition, urgency and uncertainty. Entrepreneurs exist in a paradox: They work at relentless speeds, yet months vanish in an instant as they race toward their next milestone.This phenomenon, which I call the Founder’s Time Dilation Effect, mirrors the physics of gravitational time dilation, where time slows under extreme gravitational forces or at high velocities. Founders, operating at what can feel like the speed of vision, experience a…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Remember when controlling your online presence meant building your own website, securing your key social platforms, attaining a Wikipedia page and getting a few well-crafted pages to rank on Google’s first page?Those are all still important, but they are no longer enough. The rise of AI-powered search tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity is beginning to change how people discover and learn about brands and executives — and traditional digital presence strategies need to keep pace.You need to optimize page 0In the traditional search paradigm, reputation management focuses on controlling the first page…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In today’s competitive business landscape, success isn’t just about having a strong CEO or a visionary founder — it’s about assembling a high-impact boardroom leadership team that drives strategy, fosters innovation and ensures long-term growth. The boardroom isn’t a ceremonial space; it’s the engine of corporate decision-making, guiding companies through uncertainty, risk and opportunity.Yet, many organizations struggle with ineffective boards — teams that are either too passive, too reactive or lack the diverse perspectives necessary to challenge and guide leadership effectively. The most successful companies recognize that an exceptional board isn’t just…