Barbara Corcoran

She's been an icon of entrepreneurship for decades-first as a New York City real estate maven and then as a Shark. But even at 73, she still leans on some early lessons learned.

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Deal Hound

Daina Trout founded Health-Ade Kombucha with her husband, Justin Trout, and best friend, Vanessa Dew, in 2012. During the next five years, the company released many flavors of its probiotic tea and opened its own brewing and bottling facility just south of Los Angeles. By 2021, Health-Ade was profitable and generating $200 million in annual revenue, but its investors were eager for a return. That is, until the company's steady growth led its first investor to rethink its exit strategy.

Nutrisystem's Revamped Workspace Gave People a Reason to Come Back to the Office

The health and wellness company wanted to bring back in-person collaboration but also let people work from home. An updated office environment helped them do that. Here’s how.

Productivity Tips for Hybrid Teams: Turning Ideas Into Action

Six simple ideas to help businesses maximize collaboration and productivity in hybrid teams.

Don’t Overlook the Outliers

Pattern matching is an easy way to predict winners and an even easier way to miss them entirely.

How to Not Become Dumb Money

Financing is crucial to many startups, yet too many entrepreneurs don't focus on it, to their peril. Don't be one of them.

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A Transformative Approach to Workplace Mental Health

Fast-growing CuraLinc Healthcare marries technology and personalized advocacy to support employee mental health

Daymond John is Gone Fishin'

The Shark Tank star, FUBU founder, and best-selling author says he has refocused his energy on his family, friends, and health. If only he weren't still tirelessly working every angle.

It Takes a Dream Team to Build Long-Term Success

AdOutreach is counting on its culture and team to reach the billion-dollar mark.

A Mission to Transform Supply Chains

CDL 1000’s growth lies in giving customers greater control over their shipments.

When Others Pulled Back, This Founder Went Full Throttle

By taking risks and always putting clients first, Vape Guys, a wholesale vape distributor, achieved exponential growth amid a global crisis.

From High School Dropout to E-Learning Entrepreneur

When the world began to shut down, Legendary Marketer showed people how to earn money from home.

A Smart Spin on 1031 Exchanges

Proprietary technology, customer service, and a family-first culture sets 1031 Crowdfunding apart.

A Digital Revolution for Legal Teams

LinkSquares is on a mission to become the global leader in contract management software and a pillar in its hometown.

A People-First Mission Fuels Business Growth

Skymount Property Group provides face-to-face customer service to Ohio home sellers in need of fast and easy transactions.

"Bringing Your Weird" Spurs Growth

Data management company Panzura solved the Great Resignation with culture.

Performance-Based Advertising Spurs Growth

Spurrier Group succeeds while empowering women and supporting its community.

Stay Hungry in the Face of Uncertainty

The founder of Axiom Healthcare Strategies reveals how he maximizes impact despite economic turbulence.

Culture, With Spirit Baked In

Piece of Cake Moving & Storage's focus on customer and employee satisfaction is its secret ingredient for success.

A Lifeline to Lifesaving Medical Equipment

From masks to surgical equipment, All States M.E.D. delivers vital supplies to health care providers.

Eileen Fisher

AFTER NEARLY 40 YEARS, THE ICONIC FASHION ENTREPRENEUR IS STEPPING DOWN AS CEO OF HER EPONYMOUS BRAND—AND EMBRACING THE LESSONS SHE’S LEARNED ALONG THE WAY.

THE RACE FOR THE 18-WHEEL BIG-ASS BATTERY POWERED RADAR GUIDED LONG HAUL MIDDLE MILE FUTURISTIC SOLUTION TO FEWER FATALITIES AUTONOMOUS DELIVERY BETTER SUPPLY CHAIN HAPPIER CUSTOMERS AND GLORIOUS PROFITS FOR ALL ...

WHILE ALSO (NO JOKE) SAVING THE PLANETWITH ROBOTS! ...

On a Mission to Make a Lasting Impact

A clear mission, lean and experienced team, and hands-on approach set Relevance Ventures apart.

She's Breathing New Life Into a Staid Industry. That's His Specialty

Method co-founder Eric Ryan has built a billion dollars’ worth of companies. Cast co-founder Rachel Skelly is facing impostor syndrome head-on. Together, they’re launching a business in an unfamiliar industry—one roller coaster at a time.

Driving the Automotive Supply Chain

RPM Freight Systems’s focus on unserved markets has led to eight consecutive appearances on the Inc. 5000 list.