Entrepreneurship

Kevin O’Leary, the famed investor and star of “Shark Tank,” urged students at Harvard to forgo the traditional consulting route and instead establish their own businesses. What Happened: In his role as an Executive Fellow at the prestigious Ivy League school, O’...

Former OpenAI vice president Peter Deng says the secret to shipping hit products is assembling "a team of Avengers," not a squad of interchangeable generalists. What Happened: Speaking on Lenny's Podcast in June, Deng said leaders should "think about your team as a product and what are the various...

Mark Cuban made numerous deals during his time on hit show "Shark Tank," including many in categories he knew well like sports, entertainment and men's products. Cuban may have broken one of his investment rules during the Season 14, episode 15 of "Shark Tank." What Happened: Mark Cuban ...

Venture capitalist Peter Thiel wielded significant influence over prominent tech leaders, including Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk at critical junctures in their careers, according to a researcher tracking Founders Fund‘s...

Venture capitalist Harry Stebbings says founders who clock out at 5 pm will never helm a $10 billion company, arguing the global race for artificial intelligence dominance demands "seven days a week" commitment. What Happened: Stebbings ignited a firestorm in June when he wrote on LinkedIn that "7...

At just 28 years old, financial advisor Luke Lloyd learned some of life's toughest lessons—many of them forged in the blue-collar heart of Martins Ferry, Ohio. Growing up in a town where generations worked “their tails off” in coal mines and steel mills, Lloyd saw firsthand the grit and...

Mark Cuban and Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk may not agree on everything these days, except, perhaps, the potential for a viable third political party. But one thing they do share is the number of people who admire them. What Happened: Musk and Cuban are both examples of the entrepreneurial...

Venture capitalist Vinod Khosla revealed how Elon Musk‘s funding withdrawal from OpenAI created the investment opportunity that led to his conviction bet on the artificial intelligence startup, according to his recent appearance on the Uncapped podcast with Jack Altman. What Happened: Khosla...

Retiring early could be a dream for many. Allison Esposito Medina was one of many who was able to retire early. Before re-entering the workforce years later, Medina wanted to make sure that she focused on a work-life balance that fit her new lifestyle. What Happened: Medina lasted only five months...

Investor and SPAC King Chamath Palihapitiya has conducted job interviews for thousands of people over the years for his various companies. During an episode of the All-In Podcast, Palihapitiya shared the one question he asks potential job candidates in an attempt to filter out potential applicants...

Side hustles can provide an extra source of income, a second job or a part-time job with flexible hours for those in need of any of the following. While many side hustles can take time to pay off, a 27-year-old who made $700,000 in one year shared advice on how to look for side gigs and make them...

Former Chrous One CIO Xavier Meegan launched Frachtis, a $20 million crypto-native pre-seed fund. The fund is backed by investors including Theta Capital, RockawayX, Chorus One, and Cyber Fund. Meegan led over 40 investments during his tenure at Chorus One. Now at Frachtis, his focus is on...

Having knowledge of unique sectors and niches may help provide answers to others exploring topics in that area. A unique knowledge of antiques helped Nora Curl turn her side hustle into a full-time job. “On weekends, I would go to auction houses, museums, junk stores with friends and just...

Side hustles have risen in popularity in recent years with many offering flexibility on hours and the ability to earn extra income or turn them into full-time jobs. Here’s the most important advice from a 25-year-old who tried 23 different side ventures before finally starting his own company...

Tech billionaire and Shark Tank investor Robert Herjavec once credited a part-time retail job for equipping him with the tools that led to his eventual success in the world of business. What Happened: Speaking to Lewis Howes on a podcast in February, Herjavec shared his inspiring story. When he was...