The use of video for small businesses can change the way that a company thrives and even succeeds. At the very least, the introduction of video enhancement can improve the quality of advertisement and marketing on behalf of a company. We sat down with Jason Hsiao, Co-founder of Animoto, to find out the tricks...
Stop worrying about the competition. Last week I bought a pair of "knock off" ear buds for someone. They wanted a cheap ($30) pair, and in fairness that was their budget. When we opened the box we realized how much different they were than the $200+ original Apple ear buds (which I own). The construction was cheap, the...
If you’re one of the business owners who aren’t sure they need to build a website or bother to update their current website to ensure it looks professional, you’re in for an awakening. Word of mouth and dollars spent on social media advertising simply won’t cut it in 2019. Whether you’re new to the world...
Do you ever feel like you are treading water and not making strides towards your small business goals? Maybe you’re struggling to narrow down your goals to begin with? Every small business owner wants to be profitable, but it’s not always smooth sailing to get to that point. Take a look at these 5...
The greatest thing about being an entrepreneur is that it gives you the power to choose your path in life. You are no longer working for someone who dictates your career options. You are in complete control, which can be liberating, but also extremely stressful if you are unprepared for the realities of the...
The world of marketing is changing. Gone are the days of throwing huge budgets at traditional channels such as television and magazine ads, billboards at busy intersections or posters on public transit vehicles. It’s never been easier to market your brand, sell your product, or disrupt your industry on a small shoestring budget. From viral...
Jerry Ross, president of the National Entrepreneur Center (NEC), is a serial entrepreneur who wants to help....everyone. Under his leadership, the Orlando, FL based organization has coordinated the efforts of 14 non-profits who support business, under one roof, to provide face-to-face coaching and training to over 15k entrepreneurs annually. How does an organization with only...
Most of the stories we hear about entrepreneurs are epic. Silicon Valley rock stars, massively leveraged IPO’s, black turtle-necks and dazzling technology. But the truth is much more down to earth, because for the most part it’s really about people like you. Someone with a good idea and the passion to start what is...
The Smart Hustle Magazine Entrepreneur of the Year awards honors business owners, entrepreneurs and champions of small business who best exemplify the hustle, the Smart Hustle, of entrepreneurship and the small business community. Considered leaders by their peers, Smart Hustle Magazine Entrepreneur of the Year honorees are professionals who demonstrate success in business ownership and...
We are proud to announce the return of the 13th Annual Smart Hustle Small Business Conference. This year, we will be hosting amazing speakers including the owners of Mr. Cory’s Cookies, Mr. Cory and Cookie Mom! Mr. Cory's Cookies is a NJ based company founded by 6 year old Cory Nieves, aka Mr. Cory. He...
