When launching your own business, it’s incredibly easy to get swept up in all the jargon. It probably seems like there is a term for everything, a complex acronym around every corner, and before long, your head can begin to spin. One common example of this is trying to understand the difference between being self-employed … Read more
You’ve created your dream ecommerce website, added all of your beautiful product shots, and you’re about to set your product live to be purchased when you realize you’ve forgotten one huge aspect of your pricing. Shipping costs! Fortunately, there are several ways to calculate the shipping costs that you can choose from, which we will … Read more
Your latest water cooler conversation probably started with the phrase, “so I heard this thing on a podcast.” That’s because podcasts have emerged as one of the largest growing digital channels in the past 5 years. But how do you start one? Podcasting has been around for almost as long as the internet. The early … Read more
With over five million sellers and as many as 90 million active buyers, Etsy is easily one of the largest ecommerce platforms. When done correctly, it provides plenty of opportunities to earn sales. But how do you make it successful? How do you ensure your Etsy shop has plenty of active customers each month and … Read more
Foundr Magazine publishes in-depth interviews with the world’s greatest entrepreneurs. Our articles highlight key takeaways from each month’s issue. We talked with Kirin Sinha, founder of Illumix, about building a future-state business and what’s next in augmented reality. To read more, subscribe to the magazine. ————— Kirin Sinha’s favorite fictional character is Harry Potter. The … Read more
What are YouTube shorts, and how can they be leveraged to improve brand identity and trust? That is the question we’ll answer in this article. You’ll learn how these 15-60 second videos can help you improve engagement, drive engagement, and benefit your brand. In this article, we will look at: How to make YouTube Shorts … Read more
Whenever you agree on a contract with a new client, establishing a statement of work (SOW) is crucial for several reasons. But when it comes to creating a document as complex as a SOW, where do you even start? Hiring someone to write one for you can be extremely costly, and you may not have … Read more
In celebration of foundr’s 10th anniversary, we’re reflecting on the moment that changed everything—interviewing Richard Branson. Below, Foundr CEO Nathan Chan shares why this moment was pivotal in validating the business. — 10 years ago, I started foundr to help other young entrepreneurs like myself get access to the greatest founders of our time. I … Read more
“What startup strategy should I be using?” – Every entrepreneur ever. Every entrepreneur in history has tried to answer this question in one way or another. Trying to find the most innovative business model, method or strategy to achieve maximum success. But has anyone found that true strategy which will guarantee success? The short answer? … Read more
Foundr Magazine publishes in-depth interviews with the world’s greatest entrepreneurs. Our articles highlight key takeaways from each month’s issue. We talked with Max Cutler, founder of Parcast and former Spotify executive, about what’s next for podcasting. To read more, subscribe to the magazine. ————— In 2011, podcasting was an emerging medium. In 2016, there were … Read more
When you’re working on a big project or making a tough decision at work and need some advice, you probably turn to those closest to you—your family, close friends, colleagues and mentors. I’d be surprised if you said you tend to call up friends or colleagues you haven’t spoken to in years when you’re in … Read more
In today’s business world, having a strong social media presence is more important than ever. Social media platforms have changed the way we approach marketing and sales, as well as the way we communicate with our customers. To unlock the full potential of social media for business growth, it is essential to increase social media … Read more
Foundr Magazine publishes in-depth interviews with the world’s greatest entrepreneurs. Our articles highlight key takeaways from each month’s cover feature. We talked with Michelle Zatlyn, co-founder of Cloudflare, about creating a tech disruptor using a freemium product. To read more, subscribe to the magazine. ————— Walking into the restaurant, Michelle Zatlyn had no idea what … Read more
When you think of water-guzzling industries, fashion might not leap to mind. But the fashion industry is actually the second largest consumer of the world’s water supply. And fashion produces a whopping 10 percent of humanity’s carbon emissions, according to the World Economic Forum. Akshay Raj and his wife wanted to do something about it. … Read more
The genesis, slow build, and now daily reality of the ups and downs, twists and turns, fits and stops, beauty and brutality of being a now full-time founder began 10 years ago for me. I had just finished an intense Executive MBA program while working full time and began what would prove to be a … Read more
Finding that perfect new employee to add to your staff can be tough. But after all that work you put into recruiting and closing the deal, it’s what comes next that can really make or break your growing team. When that new employee shows up for their first day, they begin the process of getting … Read more
Mia Dickson was three weeks from launching her second business when she decided to post about her product on TikTok. With her face to the camera, Dickson started sharing how and why she began Safe Bandz, which sells waterproof wristbands and pet collar attachments that store contact numbers and other information that’s important in an … Read more
Subcontractor vs contractor. What’s the difference? While the two terms are often used interchangeably, there are actually some significant differences between the two. Differences that could impact whether or not your business is protected from risk. Here, we will focus on what differentiates subcontractors and contractors and some real-life examples of when to use each … Read more
