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7 Steps to Cure a Case of Work Overload
Feeling overwhelmed is extremely unpleasant, but when you think about it as a business owner, it is not necessarily that bad of a thing! Being busy means that you are either doing something very right or you are doing something very wrong. Taking a step back to decide which of these two may be the... Read More
A Fun Work Atmosphere Leads to Happy Customers
When I started Molding Box, I was in my early 20s and was not yet jaded by the effects of long-term business. I wanted to create an environment that made me feel happy and allowed me to laugh. Face it: if you can’t laugh at least once during the day, then you will die very... Read More
Critical Steps for Creating an Outstanding Support Team
Being your own boss certainly has the ingrained perk of being able to do what you want, when you want, as you see best suited to benefit your company. This certainly is an attractive quality that would appeal to any professional, but undeniably, being an entrepreneur can be a double-edged sword. Just because you want... Read More
Looking for Funding? Want to be on Shark Tank? How About Crowd Funding?
If you’ve run out of friends and family and there are no crowds beating a path to your company’s door, it may be time to explore other, less traditional fundraising options. Some of these lead to surprising levels of success. For example, one request on kickstarter.com asks for funding for a film, The End of... Read More
The 12 Common Qualities of Thriving Entrepreneurs
Being an entrepreneur certainly has its perks. But having the ability to be your own boss requires at least a dozen strong qualities in order to succeed. Cultivating these twelve characteristics of a successful entrepreneur will help ensure eventual success. 1. Honesty – In the world of being in the business of you, honesty is... Read More
The Marketing Power of Small Business Ethics
Running a small business means you are up against bigger companies with seriously fat budgets and established reputations. Building the trust of prospective customers can be a bit of a task, but once the quality and legitimacy of your company is established, customers will be much more likely to abandon the patronage to the big... Read More
Important Keys for Separating Business and Personal Social Media
Social media is huge these days, used by individuals and businesses alike. For businesses, balancing the tipping scales between personal and professional use is important and vital to building and maintaining a professional image. Many entrepreneurs have the added responsibility of maintaining a business image outside of the office. Being in the business of you... Read More
How to Make a Living Doing What You Love
No matter a person’s gender, age, or industry, everyone wants to find a job he or she enjoys. Oftentimes, this is easier said than done. The elusive ideal of a “dream job” is appealing, but what are the steps needed to find and secure that job? For me, it’s all about figuring out what you... Read More
8 Tips for Staying Positive – Even Around Negative Nellies
The ability to stay positive in the face of tough situations is truly a life skill worth expending endless effort in mastering. Mastering a positive attitude when surrounded by people who are spouting negative words and thoughts can be difficult. Being an entrepreneur means that you’re going to be faced with plenty of difficulties along... Read More
5 Ways for Entrepreneurs to Make the Most of a Corporate Job (Even if You Hate It!)
Many young entrepreneurs are itching to start their own ventures but find themselves biding time in the corporate world in the meantime. If you feel like you are wasting time, then you must change your perspective and attitude. Every experience you have in Corporate America has the potential to be a learning experience for you... Read More
Red Flags: How to Tell if Your Interns are a Good Fit
Most companies have already started, or have even finished, hiring summer interns. Sadly, many times, the intern who shows up on the first day is not the person represented in the résumé or throughout the interview. Employers should be able to spot and correct early warning signs, as well as be prepared to teach new... Read More
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Adam & Matthew Toren
Matthew and Adam Toren are brothers, serial entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors.
For nearly 20 years, Matthew and Adam have provided instruction in management concepts, marketing, and finance to emerging and distressed small businesses. They currently own and operate a successful media company, which includes several online properties and print publications.
The Toren Brothers are also the authors of the award-winning book, Kidpreneurs: Basic Principles of Entrepreneurship for Kids aged 6 to12 years old and founders of YoungEntrepreneur.com, one of the largest online entrepreneur communities.