Entrepreneurship

3 Inspiring Stories of Accidental Entrepreneurs

Being an entrepreneur is about much more than a job. Many business owners feel their venture is a life calling. Some entrepreneurs take years to plan their transition from employee to CEO. For others, the change happens by force of nature.

When someone sees the demand for a product or service and finds themselves up for trying out a new idea, what happens next?

An accidental entrepreneur is born.

These individuals come in all shapes and sizes, from the investment banker who becomes a philanthropist to the retiree who’s ready for his second wind. As business owners, we can learn a lot from their inspiring stories.

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Boost Your Work Ethic to Impress Mom

Your mom is, has been, and always will be your greatest mentor. When you’re down on your luck, she’s the person who cheers you on. When you’re at your most awesome, she’s your biggest fan.

Where would you be without her? Nowhere.

If you’re an entrepreneur or small business owner, you’re aware that life is full of major ups and downs. Even in the midst of financial instability and change, you will always have what Mom gave you — your smarts, self-esteem, and resilience.

This Mother’s Day, impress Mom by spearheading your top traits into overdrive. Make her proud with a killer work ethic!

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11 News Sources for Entrepreneurs [Slideshare]

Entrepreneurs on the hunt for the latest news should look no further. We’ve compiled a list of 11 great news sources for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Check out our SlideShare to find out which 11 companies will give you the coolest news on 3D printing, hot new companies, and Mark Zuckerberg’s latest moves.

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Five Apps for Mobile Entrepreneurs

Many of us—particularly those who don’t travel for business a lot—have a certain admiration for business travelers and mobile entrepreneurs. In fact, we often see frequent fliers as globe-trotting, jet-setting professional vagabonds.

But traveling for business is becoming more common, as many of today’s entrepreneurs and small business owners spend much of their time on-the-go. That means more professionals are discovering the unpleasant truth about travel: it’s not all mimosas and flight upgrades. It can be difficult, frustrating, and even mind-numbing.

Fortunately, business travel is getting better, thanks to technological upgrades, including tons of cool mobile apps. Don’t let your next trip wear you out. Give some of these apps a try!

Here are five apps to make “the road” a little smoother.