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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This article is part of the America's Favorite Mom & Pop Shops series. Read more stories For many independent entrepreneurs, especially in industries dominated by conglomerates, private equity, or mega-groups, it can feel like the game is already over. I used to believe that too. But over

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways When everyone in a niche market gets along and does well, the whole category benefits. Treating each other with compassion is the best way to keep things friendly. You have to choose your battles more carefully in close quarters. Not all competitors have the same

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You've heard this story before: a couple of college kids launch a startup from their dorm room. Surrounded by engineers, finance majors and future founders, venture capital wasn't just common — it was expected. So when my co-founder and I launched Prepory, our college admissions coaching company

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When I started out, the goal was pretty straightforward: Make lots of money. Like most new entrepreneurs, I figured once I'd "made it," then I'd give back. That part would come later. Success first, impact second. Looking back, I now realize that mentality was a massive mistake.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You need focus to build a business, but my experience has taught me that there's also such a thing as being too single-minded. Financial, environmental and community goals aren't competing objectives; they're interconnected. This is why founders who chase revenue at the expense of value for their

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Over the last 10 years, investing in and leading companies, I've wrestled with one big question: How do you build something that lasts in a world that changes faster every day? If you're an entrepreneur, you've probably felt it too. There's always a new AI tool, a

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A lot goes into building a company before it ever makes a sale — from brainstorming the idea to developing a business plan and crafting a go-to-market strategy. Whether you're launching a physical storefront or an online business, early-stage planning involves countless moving parts. But there's one

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