Robina Bananuka: Facing the Challenges of Introducing a New Product in the Market
April 1, 2012 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Startup Stories
Launching a new product in the market is not for the faint-hearted. Learn how Robina Bananuka has launched her line of hair treatment products for black women who wear hair extensions.
10 Lessons for Women Small Business Entrepreneurs
February 24, 2012 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Briefs, Success Tips
Starting a business is full of ups and downs, where you meet challenges every step of the way. To succeed, you need to have passion, skills, knowledge, chutzpah, and lots and lots of luck. But it all starts with you. Learn 10 lessons for women small business entrepreneurs.
Dan Yang: Creator of Tablet for Kids
February 15, 2012 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Success Stories
Dan Yang is now CEO of Rullingnet and the inventor of flagship product, VINCI Genius Tablet. Learn how she started her business and the challenges she faced when starting the business.
Fatheadz: Success in the Supersized Eyewear Business
January 25, 2012 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Success Stories
Read the story of how Rico Elmore started Fatheadz, a line of sunglasses and prescription eyewear for people with big heads.
Emily Kane: Meeting the Challenges of Breastfeeding with Milkmakers
December 1, 2011 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Success Stories
One of the most exciting and empowering aspects of motherhood is breastfeeding. Learn how Emily Kane developed Milkmakers cookies that can help increase a woman’s milk supply.
Alissa Harakal: How to Succeed in the Personal Fitness Training Business
August 25, 2011 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Success Stories
One source of growth in the multi-billion dollar fitness industry has been the use of personal fitness trainers in health clubs and in private studios. Learn how to succeed in the personal fitness business from personal trainer Alissa Harakal
Holli Harris: Creating Tailored Clothing for Nursing Moms
August 10, 2011 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Success Stories
Holli Harris, designer and founder of HadleyStilwell, as created a mom-focused clothing line for breastfeeding and pumping appropriate for the boardroom or the playground. Learn how she jumpstarted the business, challenges she faces and her plans for making it grow.
Sam Franklin: Going Green With an Electronic Invitation Business
July 26, 2011 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Startup Stories
Learn about young entrepreneur Sam Franklin and how he started the electronic invitation business Greenvelope.com from his college dorm room.
80 Questions to Ask When Starting a Business
July 16, 2011 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Briefs, Success Tips
Starting a business requires careful planning and understanding what you can do to address the need of the market. If you are thinking of starting a business, here is a comprehensive list of questions you need to ask yourself to help you plan, think through, and operate your business successfully:
25 Lessons for Starting a Business
June 12, 2011 by Isabel Isidro
Filed under Briefs, Success Tips
Starting a new business is challenging. It is not easy. Here are 25 lessons for startup small business entrepreneurs and home business owners.