ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Black Women Founders: Build Slow, Learn Fast

Mark Cuban, a billionaire businessman, knows a thing or two about building successful businesses. He's made his fortune by investing in growth-oriented companies. His net worth is now estimated at 5. 7 billion dollars. He has some advice for Black women founders. He says, "Don't look for funding. " He believes that Black women founders should focus on building their...

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

AI: Your New Business Buddy, Not Boss

Mark Cuban, a well-known tech investor, recently spoke at a big conference in Austin. He had some interesting things to say about AI and small businesses. He believes AI can give small businesses a big boost, but it's not a magic solution. It's more like a helpful tool. Cuban thinks that new entrepreneurs should spend lots of time learning about AI. Why? Bec...

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Feb 17 2025BUSINESS

Innovation Hubs: How Leadership Shapes Success in Romanian Research Institutes

Romania's public research institutes (PRIs) are under the microscope. Researchers have been digging into how the way these institutes are run affects their ability to turn ideas into businesses and patents. The focus is on the people at the top—the board of directors (BD) and their impact on knowledge and technology transfer (KTT) and entrepreneurial efforts over the...

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Feb 05 2025BUSINESS

From Bottles to Billboard: The Young Entrepreneur Who Made a Splash on TikTok

In the world of business, TikTok has become a powerhouse for entrepreneurs. CharCharms, a company specializing in custom water bottle accessories, seized this opportunity. Leaving college and stepping into the world of entrepreneurship, Charlotte Trecartin, the founder of CharCharms made a strategic move. This decision was to invest in a TikTok coac...

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Feb 04 2025BUSINESS

From Family Kitchens to Skincare Ventures

Picture this: a young boy in India, watching his grandmother whip up spices in yogurt, not for a meal, but for a face mask. That boy was Atul Bhatara, and those memories would later fuel his skincare business. Growing up, he spent time with his relatives in Queens and was a student at St. John's University. Later, after the worldwide lockdown of 202...

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Feb 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

A Silent Billionaire’s Return to Guangdong

In the southern Chinese province of Guangdong, a local billionaire made a quiet yet impactful return. Liang Wenfeng, a 40-year-old math genius and hedge fund owner of High-Flyer, and his bodyguards, quietly slipped into the province for Lunar New Year celebrations. Wenfeng's homecoming was a big deal. Wenfeng is not just a billionaire—he's a hero to many locals. ...

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Jan 25 2025BUSINESS

Breaking Real Estate Barriers with Crypto Innovations

Growing up in the Arctic Circle, you wouldn't expect to end up revolutionizing real estate with cryptocurrency in Hawaii. Yet, that's exactly what happened. The journey started with a fascination for technology in a cold, remote town. From there, it evolved into a drive to challenge old systems and make real estate buying simpler and more accessible. Imagine buying a...

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

How a Lost USB Drive Led to a Multi-Billion Dollar Company

Ever lost important files? Drew Houston, now 41, faced this problem repeatedly as a student at MIT. He found himself constantly misplacing USB drives with crucial data. Frustrated, he decided to create a solution for himself in 2007 — a cloud storage platform. Little did he know, this personal project would evolve into Dropbox, a company with a massive $9. 62 billion...

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

The Power of Skill: How Craftsmanship Fuels Innovation in Manufacturing

In the competitive world of manufacturing, innovation is the key to staying ahead. Skilled workers are the driving force behind these innovations. Their creativity and expertise shape a country's approach to development. The spirit of craftsmanship is crucial for these skilled individuals. This mindset is what sets them apart and allows them to excel in their field. ...

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Jan 22 2025LIFESTYLE

Discovering Magic Empanadas: A Story of Taste and Tradition

Imagine walking into your local library and finding a mouthwatering surprise. That's exactly what's happening at the Boston Public Library with the arrival of Magic Empanadas, the brainchild of Edward Jerez, a 37-year-old longtime restaurant server from Dedham. Edward is on a mission to introduce the delicious flavors of Colombian empanadas to Boston. He's not just a...

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