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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Startups often spend months perfecting their product, but forget to tell the world it exists.That’s a costly mistake.A classic study in the Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science found that public relations is nearly three times more effective than advertising when it comes to launching new products. PR doesn’t just promote — it positions, builds credibility, and creates the kind of buzz money can’t buy. But here’s the catch: you only get one shot at being “new.” If you miss the PR window during your launch, the opportunity doesn’t come back.…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It’s 2025, and the business landscape is more crowded than ever. In almost every industry, buyers have endless choices — and less patience for cold calls, generic email blasts or outdated lead forms. Traditional lead generation isn’t just ineffective—it’s being ignored.Instead, organic marketing has taken center stage. In fact, up to 27% of businesses now say the majority of their leads come from organic search. It’s no surprise that more companies are shifting away from interruption-based strategies and leaning into credibility-driven approaches, especially through thought leadership PR.Related: 5 Effective Thought Leadership PR…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Angie Snow was a teacher and mom of three young children when her husband suggested buying an HVAC company together. Assuming she’d be playing a background role, she agreed.”I thought, Oh good, I can get out of the classroom, be at home. This will be a piece of cake! I just have to answer the phone and send out invoices, right? No big deal,” she says.But what started as a small step into the trades industry quickly turned into a much bigger leap. Over the past 18 years, Snow and her husband…

How well does it pay to work at Microsoft?According to federal filings, seen by Business Insider on Tuesday, Microsoft is compensating software engineers from $82,971 to $284,000 in base salary. It’s slightly lower than other tech giants; Google pays software engineers from $109,180 to $340,000, and Meta pays anywhere from $120,000 to $480,000.Related: Here’s How Much a Typical Salesforce Employee Makes in a Year Microsoft product managers can make up to $250,000, while product designers can take home up to $208,058. Data scientists are offered salaries of up to $274,500 at the tech giant, as business analysts are paid up…

Kevin O’Leary has been vocal about saving money for years. In 2024, he said people who spend $5 on coffee are “idiots” and doubled down on his disdain for wasteful spending earlier this month — “I can’t stand it when I see kids that are making 70 grand a year spending $28 for lunch,” he said on the “Diary of a CEO” podcast.Now, in a post on X on Monday, the longtime “Shark Tank” investor explained why he feels this way, noting that his children received the same advice at a very young age.Related: ‘Can Make a Ton of Money’:…

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has opened applications for the fifth edition of the National Startup Awards.The awards recognise not just commercial success but also social impact, sustainability, and scalability, said DPIIT.Startups applying to the awards are evaluated through a rigorous multi-stage process involving eligibility screening, sectoral shortlisting, and assessment by expert panels comprising industry leaders, investors, academicians, and government officials.The awards, according to DPIIT, cover a wide range of domains including agriculture, clean energy, fintech, aerospace, health, education, cybersecurity, and accessibility.DPIIT in partnership with Avaana Capital, LetsVenture, Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, IVCA, HDFC, and…

Franchise owners could soon see relief from one of the industry’s most contentious legal issues: the joint employer standard. A bill working its way through the U.S. House of Representatives aims to permanently define when two businesses can be considered joint employers — an issue with major implications for the more than 800,000 franchise establishments across the country. Together, those businesses generate hundreds of millions in annual economic output and support close to nine million jobs in the U.S.Related: Considering franchise ownership? Get started now to find your personalized list of franchises that match your lifestyle, interests and budget.The Save…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. With over 1.2 billion monthly active users and a growing presence in Google’s search results, Reddit has quietly become one of the most powerful drivers of brand visibility.Customers are no longer searching only on Google. Many are typing in your brand name plus “Reddit” to tap into the platform’s unfiltered feedback and peer-to-peer advice. They want to know what real people are saying about your product, so much so that Reddit’s appearance in Google search results has jumped considerably over the last year.If you’re not showing up on Reddit — intentionally and…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When people hear the word “patent,” they often think of complicated legal jargon or massive tech companies. As defined by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), a patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention that provides inventors with legal protection. But whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, a scientist, or a small business owner, patents can play a crucial role in protecting your unique ideas and innovations. For me, patents have been a very personal part of my journey as an entrepreneur and scientist, especially in my pursuit of protecting my…

WeWork India Management Ltd has secured regulatory approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for its initial public offering (IPO). The offering comprises an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 43.75 million equity shares by existing shareholders. Promoter Embassy Buildcon will sell up to 33.46 million shares, and investor 1 Ariel Way Tenant will offload up to 10.30 million shares, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed in February.Considering the IPO is a pure OFS, the company will not receive any proceeds from the offering. In its draft papers, it cited that the objective…