The Association for Entrepreneurship USA
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The Association for Entrepreneurship USA serves independent and small business leaders across all 50 states through community involvement, peer mentoring and education. By joining forces for greater purchasing power, we offer todays entrepreneur the competitive edge needed to compete in todays digital world.
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Recent Articles
International Ideas Month: Converting Your Business Ideas Into A Winning Business Plan
March is International Ideas Month, a time to celebrate the power of ideas and their potential to transform the world. For entrepreneurs, this month presents a unique opportunity to turn their business ideas into a reality by creating a solid business plan. In this...
Employee Appreciation Day- How You Can Show Your Appreciation
March 3rd marks the annual Employee Appreciation Day! And while it is great to use this day as a reminder of how much you value your employee’s hard work and dedication, it doesn’t have to stop here. Ideally, it would be best if you regularly express your gratitude....
New Business Startup-Alone Or With A Partner. Which Is Better For You?
Launching a new business can seem scary and unsettling to most. Even if you consider yourself a risk-taker, there are many unknowns for first timers, and if they are not careful, many mistakes can be made. If you find yourself questioning whether to enter into a new...
Funding Your Startup: How Much Money Do You Need?
Starting a business can be a challenging and exciting endeavor, but it also requires a significant amount of financial resources. One of the most common questions that aspiring entrepreneurs ask is: "How do I get money to start my business?" and "How much money is...
Side Hustles-More Common Than You Think
Having a side gig is an excellent way to earn some extra cash. And with the gig economy's rise in popularity and the expansive list of opportunities available, just about anyone can find some work to take up. A study by Prudential Financial Inc found that 81% of Gen Z...
Mitigating Risk: How Liability Insurance and Umbrella Policies Can Help Your Business
As a business owner, it's important to protect your assets and ensure that your business is financially stable. One way to do this is by purchasing liability insurance and an umbrella policy. These types of insurance can provide an extra layer of protection for your...
How Will Knowing My Strengths Improve My Business?
Successful small business owners know their strengths and weaknesses. By recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, you, too, can effectively build a more substantial business. It was once thought that focusing on your weaknesses and learning to build them up was...
Starting A Business? Don’t Neglect Your Credit Score
Starting a business can be a challenging and exciting endeavor, but it also requires a significant amount of financial resources. One of the most important factors to consider when starting a business is your credit. Your credit score and credit history can have a...
Do Side Hustles Hurt Or Help Your Career?
There are many reasons why people choose to pick up additional jobs or have a side hustle. Not only is living in today’s world expensive but there’s also a constant need to do better, want more. It’s hard not to compare ourselves to others we see displaying their best...
2023 and Beyond: How the Gig Economy is Changing the Way We Work
In a recent Fast Company article, it was predicted that gig work will go mainstream in 2023. The gig economy, which includes independent contractors and freelancers who work on a project-by-project basis, has been growing rapidly in recent years. However, it's...
Is Opening A Storefront Wise For Your Business?
As exciting as the idea can be to have a physical location for your customers to shop at, what's more exciting is reveling in the possible success your brand will bring you. If you are a business owner, you more likely than not have wrestled with your thoughts about...
Being A Gen Z Leader: Youth Leadership Month
February is Youth Leadership Month, and it's the perfect time to focus on the next generation of leaders in the workforce: Gen Z. As the youngest generation to enter the workforce, Gen Z is poised to make a significant impact in the business world. However, they also...