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When opportunity knocks, you want to shine like a star, not flame out -- like Ron Johnson did at JCPenney.Transitions are risky times. Whenever you start a new job or have new responsibilities, it's an opportunity to shine like a star--or flame out.Just ask Ron Johnson, chief executive officer of JCPenney until he was abruptly fired the other day....

Sure, Americans want to be entrepreneurs because of the freedom it affords, not the money. But while money might not be the main motivator, it drives the fear that stops would-be entrepreneurs from starting a business in the first place....

You don't need a revolutionary business idea to find success in entrepreneurship. Here are five steps for launching a startup that's ideal for you....

Renting a space for your business can feel overwhelming. Go in armed with knowledge and it will be much easier....

SXSW panelists on “Cultivating the New Minority Entrepreneur” discuss the changing Gen Y minority entrepreneurship paradigm (Image: Mike Street) With a huge focus and effort on highlighting the success of minorities in technology and innovation during South by Southwest (SXSW) 2013, we must continue to ask the question, “Why are there so few A...

When it comes to launching a business, you can make countless excuses, but you have to have faith. Here's how to confidently take the plunge....

We're all inspired by different things, but I'm betting at least one of these three motivators will work for you.Everyone wants to achieve greatness, but we’re all motivated by different things.Sure, money is an obvious inspiration. But you may be driven by ego, personal satisfaction or pride, like Howard Schultz. He grew up in a poor family...

How to find inspiration in your failure, learn from your mistakes and come out better on the other side....

We've all heard the business success stories of famous dropouts like Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates. But are there benefits to studying entrepreneurship?...

If the holidays weren't as kind to your startup as you would have liked, here are some tips for helping you withstand leaner times....