Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Around the country, many small businesses are feeling the burden of inflation. Increased costs on everything from raw supplies and shipping to labor and utilities are cutting into the already razor-thin margins that many of them operate with. Add to this the threat of a looming recession […]
Fast-food employees have certainly suffered their fair share of poor treatment from customers, and most are told to live by the code that “the customer is always right.” But one Taco Bell employee is being praised for refusing to serve a customer who acted up in the drive-thru. The incident was recorded in a TikTok
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. With the rise of automation and self-checkout options, kiosks are becoming a hot topic of discussion among many business owners. But what exactly is a kiosk, and is it a profitable piece of equipment for businesses? Here’s everything you need to know about the different types of
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) companies are no longer just focused on helping businesses increase their online visibility and traffic. Many SEO companies are now embracing the idea of public relations work for nonprofits. This is a significant shift in the industry. Now, SEO companies are using their
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Are you an entrepreneur who is struggling with self-doubt? Do you sometimes feel like you’re not cut out to be an entrepreneur and that you’re not going to succeed? Well, let me tell you something — every successful entrepreneur has faced self-doubt at one point or another.
Darden Restaurants, which owns eight restaurant chains including Olive Garden, Yard House and The Capital Grille, will acquire Ruth’s Chris Steak House for $715 million. “Ruth’s Chris is a strong and distinctive brand in the fine dining segment with an impressive history of delivering elevated dining experiences to their loyal guests,” Rick Cardenas, Darden president
When it comes to saving money, some approaches have years of proven success behind them. Meticulously tracking expenses and income is tried and true. Prioritizing pinching pennies and intentional spending is known to work. Coupons and buying discounted products are great options, too. But what about new-age approaches to saving money? One you might not
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Spreadsheets are one of the most versatile and widely used tools in the business world. They offer an easy way to organize and manipulate data, make calculations and create visual representations of information. However, when used for inappropriate tasks, spreadsheets quickly become a crutch that hinders progress
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Startups and small businesses know that creating effective PR and marketing strategies can be challenging, especially when working with limited budgets. Traditional advertising can be expensive, and reaching new customers through social media can take time and effort. However, there is a solution that you may have
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The best way to pass safely through a storm is often by being prepared before it hits. In the case of ecommerce startups, that means bracing for rising advertising costs, inventory delays and expensive capital. Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan & Co, suggests building a “fortress