Reality checks
In this special edition of Digital Entrepreneur, we take a hard look at the difference between how things "should" be done and how they can be done in life and business. But it’s not just an external look—we’re also turning the lens inward. Since launch, we’ve had to face some tough realities. As much as we strive for excellence, we’re also learning that we can’t be and do it all. This is our own reality check, a moment to reassess and realign with what truly matters: bringing our vision for the future of entrepreneurship to life, while maintaining the joyful work environment we value so deeply.
Charge for what you do, not how long it takes
The grind behind the glory of entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship is more than social media’s glossy portrayal of business; it's about the daily grind, the setbacks, and the tough lessons learned along the way.
How 3 entrepreneurs turned feedback into business breakthroughs
In a conversation with Ingrid Polini, three entrepreneurs, Solon Angel, Raveena Oberoi and Bob Mathers offer insights on how customer feedback drives innovation and growth in their business.
Turn your creative passion into a profitable business
More and more people are looking for pursuits that bring them joy, and Glowforge SVP of Product and Marketing knows five steps the most successful crafters are taking to create profitable creative ventures.
Unlearn short-term thinking and shift to an infinite mindset in business
Simon Sinek’s principles in “The Infinite Game” helped Casey Milone unlearn short-term thinking and shift toward being a visionary business leader.
Finding business success in the dying newspaper industry
Maybe “dying industry” is the wrong choice of words given how Janine Annett stepped into a void left by a local newspaper to launch the Rivertowns Current, using Substack, to continue local news delivery in her community.
Health, career and business intertwined
In a riveting conversation, B. Pagels-Minor reflects on the complexities of success as they intertwine with health, career, and business.
The power of precision and how narrowing your task list can enhance productivity
Adopting digital minimalism to work smarter and happier
Be them, with them, about them
Business innovation can be a circuitous path. The “be them, with them, about them,” innovation framework offers simple steps to having conversations with customers and their support system, helping entrepreneurs gain a deep understanding of their ideal audience.
Why entrepreneurs need to unlearn pretty website syndrome and design for usability
First impressions are important, but when people start scrolling through that pretty Squarespace template, will they find what they need? This article discusses a problem that’s prevalent in the entrepreneurial community, designing for aesthetics instead of designing for usability.
Developing products that satisfy market demand
There’s often a gap between what a customer needs and what they’re willing to pay for. Developing products that truly satisfy market demand starts with understanding product-market fit.