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Personal and sometimes emotional entrepreneur stories.

Founders Brewing Company Almost Went Bankrupt But Bounced Back4:13

Mike Stevens describes the desperate pivot that saved the beer company.


How to Be Entrepreneurial at a Multigenerational Family Business

When Omaha Steaks was passed down to Todd Simon and his cousin Bruce, they realized that it was their responsibility to grow the brand. Here's what they did.

How Julia Hartz Made Eventbrite Strong Enough to--Literally--Weather a Storm

Julia Hartz explains how she grew Eventbrite to 450 employees and still maintained a family-like company culture.

How Upworthy Grew to 50 Million Readers

Eli Pariser co-founded Upworthy to take content about social issues viral. Along the way, even he wondered if Americans would be interested.

What Really Happened After Tequila Avion Appeared on HBO's "Entourage"

Ken Austin thought that landing his spirits brand Tequila Avion a part of the story line on HBO’s “Entourage" would instantly accelerate the business. Turns out, it was a little more complicated.

How I Did It: Bre Pettis of MakerBot

In less than five years, Bre Pettis grew MakerBot into a $400 million company and sparked a 3-D printing revolution.

What Happened After the September 11 Attacks Destroyed Century 21's Flagship Store

Eddie Gindi, Century 21's executive vice president, tells the emotional story of their decision to rebuild in midst of uncertainty and fear.

How Lyft Learned to Stop Worrying and Embrace the Pivot

John Zimmer explains how he turned his fledgling campus carpool service into Lyft.

Barnana CEO: 'We Weren't Ready to Launch, But We Had to'

Caue Suplicy spent all his savings developing Barnana snacks. Here's how he just avoided going broke.

Inkling CEO: 'We Had to Make the Decision to Win Big'

After five years growing an e-textbook business, Inkling founder Matt MacInnis decided to pivot and pursue an entirely different business model. Here's why.

How I Did It: Inc.'s 35th Anniversary Edition

Michael Dell, Diane von Furstenberg, Richard Branson, and 13 other legendary entrepreneurs offer their insights and personal stories

How Diane Von Furstenberg Persevered to Build a Fashion Legacy

DVF founder shares her advice for entrepreneurs: Stay true to yourself.

The CEO's Most Important Job, According to Panera's Ron Shaich

A great CEO values 'discovery,' says founder Ron Shaich--not becoming more efficient.

Dany Levy: What It Feels Like to Cash Out--Then Watch Your Company Die

DailyCandy founder Dany Levy sold at the peak of the market. But now the company is no more.

ModCloth Founders on Their Biggest Blind Spot

Eric and Susan Gregg Koger carefully weighed nearly every decision. Except one.

An Entrepreneur At Heart, Debbi Fields Misses Running the Show

After selling Mrs. Fields, founder Debbi Fields learned to deal with the entrepreneurial version of empty-nest syndrome.

Staples' Tom Stemberg Advises Businesses to Avoid the 'Amazon Effect'

Now a VC investor, Tom Stemberg has a warning for entrepreneurs thinking about competing with Amazon.

Patagonia's 100-Year Plan: Yvon Chouinard to Elevate Social Mission

After a recession nearly killed Patagonia, Yvon Chouinard decided to build the company to last.

The Princeton Review's John Katzman On The One Thing He Did Right (And What He Did Wrong)

John Katzman reflects on his best and worst moves in the early days of his first startup.

Tony Hsieh Tells Competitors What They Should and Shouldn't Take From Zappo's Company Culture

Culture is important, says Zappos founder Tony Hsieh. But make it your own.

Why Samuel Adams Supports Its Competitors

Founder Jim Koch explains why he gives money, materials, and advice to other craft brewers.


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