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
How Building Community Fuels Success
Building a community around your brand significantly fuels success by fostering loyalty, increasing engagement, and driving growth. When customers feel part of a community, they form an emotional connection to the brand, often leading to enhanced loyalty. Shared...
A Young Entrepreneur’s Journey
Mark Zuckerberg founded Facebook from his Harvard University dorm when he was 19 years old. Jungmin Kang founded SnoopSlimes with $200 from her allowance when she was 13 years old. Michael Dell founded Dell Computer Corporation one year after dropping out of his...
Entrepreneurship Post-Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our lives in unimaginable ways. It has made us rethink our approach to work, communication, and our overall perception of the economy and business landscape. The pandemic has certainly caused unprecedented changes and challenges,...
Patents, Trademarks, and Copyright – Essential Assets for Protecting Innovation
Patents, trademarks, and copyrights are essential assets for protecting innovation across various industries. Each type of intellectual property right serves a distinct purpose in safeguarding different aspects of innovation: Patents: Patents protect inventions and...
4 Ways Startups Can Champion Sustainability And Thrive
Entrepreneurship involves a complex process that includes establishing, fostering, and growing businesses with an entrepreneurial spirit. These businesses create economic value and positively impact society and the environment. Entrepreneurship development can play a...
The 4 C’s of Entrepreneurial Leadership
Charisma. Communication. Common sense. Continuous Learning What core competencies attribute a successful entrepreneurial leader? In the realm of entrepreneurship, achieving success is difficult to say the least. New ideas are emerging, innovation is rapidly evolving,...
From Setbacks to Success: Building a Resilient Startup
Entrepreneurs, as resilient and adaptable individuals, will inevitably face numerous challenges on their journey to establishing a successful business. However, armed with practical strategies, new business owners can navigate these rough patches and stay motivated to...
The Mental Health Issues In Gig Work
The restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic led to a 62% shift towards remote work, compelling a large majority of the working force to experience the lifestyle of a gig worker. An online survey by researchers from the University of Southern California found...
Challenges Of Ensuring Gig Worker Rights
Ensuring gig workers' rights while maintaining flexibility poses significant legal and regulatory challenges, primarily due to the unique nature of gig work, which often blurs the lines between traditional employment and independent contracting. Here are some of the...
From Seed to Scale: How Incubators & Accelerators Help Startups
Startups in their early stages are supported and nurtured by incubators and accelerators. But how do they work? An incubator is an organization that aims to assist new startup companies during their development phase. Their primary objective is to help startups...
Financial Freedom On Your Terms: Mastering Gig Work Income
Managing your finances can be challenging as a gig worker, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. You can take control of your finances and confidently navigate the ups and downs of your work by creating a budget that considers the fluctuations in your income. This...
At What Pace Should Small Business Scale?
When it comes to scaling a small business, business leaders are often faced with a problem - should they prioritize rapid growth or focus on long-term sustainability? Rapid Growth: Seizing Opportunities Expanding rapidly can be a desirable strategy for businesses...