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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When I landed a Forbes feature in 2015 about “How to Get Press,” it felt like a defining milestone. I was energized by the “magic moment.” The coverage drove a surge of attention to SMACK! Media and, for a moment, validated years of work building brands from the ground up. A week later, as the initial buzz faded, I was reminded of something important: press is not a single moment, and certainly not a finish line. Unless the piece lands in Google’s top rank, press is raw material and fuel, particularly in…

Key Takeaways The J.M. Smucker Co. is suing Trader Joe’s over an alleged Uncrustables knockoff. Smucker’s says it has spent a billion dollars developing and marketing the thaw-to-eat peanut butter and jelly sandwich over the last two decades. The food maker alleges that Trader Joe’s violated its various trademarks, including the image of “a round crustless sandwich with a bite taken out showing filling on the inside.” Trader Joe’s is well-known for its fun food creations and dupes of popular snacks, but one new product has landed the grocer in a legal battle. The J.M. Smucker Co. filed a lawsuit…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways The true cost of data loss extends far beyond recovery fees — including financial disruption, legal challenges and lasting reputational damage. It’s important to understand that while recovery costs can be high, they are usually much less than the financial damage caused by permanent data loss. Prevention is the most reliable strategy. Investing in regular backups, secure storage solutions and data protection software is far less expensive than attempting recovery after a major incident. For as long as computers have been around, one reminder has been repeated again and again:…

Key Takeaways Nestlé is the largest consumer goods company in the world and owns more than 2,000 brands, including Gerber baby food and Purina pet food. On Thursday, the company announced that it would reduce its workforce by 16,000 globally over the next two years. Nestlé employs 227,000 workers worldwide, with 36,000 employees based in the U.S. Nestlé, the biggest consumer goods company in the world with a market capitalization of $265 billion, is preparing to cut 16,000 jobs globally over the next two years. Nestlé, which oversees more than 2,000 brands, including Nespresso, Gerber baby food, Purina pet food…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Micromanagement can erode trust, decrease morale and lead to high employee turnover. Understanding the underlying reasons for your micromanaging tendencies is crucial for transforming into a supportive coach and leader. Stopping micromanagement involves deliberate self-reflection on trust, delegation and the personal decision to focus on coaching over controlling. Once upon a time, I worked for a bad boss, whom I nicknamed “the Chopper.” As I share in my book, The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses, the Chopper genuinely seemed to enjoy micromanaging all…

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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways The global plastic recycling rate is alarmingly low at less than 10%, with consumers increasingly willing to pay for sustainable options. Businesses can drive growth and build loyalty by investing in circular solutions like aluminum packaging, clear labeling and supportive recycling policies. Entrepreneurs who prioritize sustainability and transparency in packaging can gain a competitive edge. Despite the familiar “chasing arrows” symbol stamped on labels and packaging, the reality is stark: Less than 10% of plastic waste is recycled globally, and in the U.S., that number drops to 5%-6%. Most of…

Key Takeaways Billionaire Ray Dalio, 76, has been working on creating an AI clone since 2024. In posts on X and LinkedIn on Wednesday, Dalio asked users to send him questions about gold. Dalio said the questions and his responses would be used to train his AI clone. Ray Dalio, the 76-year-old billionaire founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates, is opening the floor to questions — to train his AI clone. Dalio took to social media on Wednesday to invite questions about gold as an investment. In identical posts on LinkedIn and X, Dalio wrote that he would answer user…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This article is part of the America’s Favorite Mom & Pop Shops series. Read more stories Key Takeaways Turning your idea into a legal business is a big milestone — but it comes with hidden pitfalls many founders overlook. Avoiding a few common missteps early on can protect your assets, save you money, and set you up for sustainable growth. Incorporation is a huge milestone — it’s that thrilling moment when your idea becomes real. You’ve picked the name, filled out the paperwork and now your business is official. It’s exciting, empowering…

Key Takeaways New car prices reached above $50,000 for the first time, according to a new Kelley Blue Book estimate. Analysts at Cox Automotive say it was “only a matter of time” before the barrier was broken. Despite the rising prices, retail sales are “healthy,” according to the report. New car prices have hit a monster milestone — but many prospective car buyers aren’t celebrating. The average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle rose above $50,000 for the first time in September, hitting a record high of $50,080, according to estimates released this week by Kelley Blue Book (KBB). “We’ve…