Navigating the vast landscape of business ideas necessitates a thorough grasp of a wide range of concepts, techniques, and creative thinking. The following list, created by Maria Carrisa Sanchez for TechRepublic Premium, consists of must-read books on business ideas and serves as a guide for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and enthusiasts exploring the ever-evolving world of ...

When you were a kid, did you ever get so excited about a new toy that you rushed to put it together, tossing the instructions to the side? If you then realized you missed a few steps, it probably became infinitely less fun. That’s what it’s like for startup founders who forgo proper legal standards ...

Having an online presence is crucial for any business. However, just having one is not enough. With millions of competitors across the web, standing out is essential. This guide, written by Agatha Aviso for TechRepublic Premium, outlines 10 ways to build an effective online presence for your business, with key action steps to help you ...

Raising venture capital funding can be a risky business if you aren’t realistic about what to expect. TechRepublic Premium presents five things to think about if you are considering raising your first round. The article includes advice from Mark Casady, Founder & General Partner at Vestigo Ventures and Board Member of Mass Fintech Hub. Featured ...

Too many founders are raising funding for the wrong reasons. Not only that, some are blindly pitching venture capital firms, unprepared to explain why they need the funding and where it will take their company. Before seeking funding, you should ask yourself why you need VC funding. More importantly, you should be asking yourself if ...

Project management skills are essential elements in a leader’s tool kit, allowing them to coordinate their teams, plan tasks efficiently, and drive successful innovation. This list, created by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, provides 10 books that cover efficient approaches to project management, insights into top methodologies, and constructive guidance for overseeing and executing projects. ...

Convincing someone to lend you millions of dollars to fund your weeks-old business idea is no easy task. When you take into account the fact that an average venture capital investor will potentially see thousands of pitches in a year, it becomes exponentially harder to prove your business as a worthy investment. If you think ...

With artificial intelligence requiring so much power and its usage growing so sharply, it is becoming clear that some AI functions need to be moved from the data center to be done instead at the edge of the network. Drew Robb, writing for TechRepublic Premium, explains why many workloads need to move outward, what AI ...

For many startups, their first year is often their most volatile. Developing a value proposition, gaining traction in the market, and trying to figure out what you are even doing is difficult. It can be even more difficult without the right people in your corner. This is where TechRepublic Premium can help. This concise guide ...

The ultimate goal of any business enterprise is profitability. Simply put: A profitable business is a successful business. But before success can be declared, each business must first define what profitability looks like and then make a detailed plan on how to get there. Developing that budgetary plan often falls on the shoulders of the ...

A wide range of funding options is available for small businesses. Choosing the right one is important to minimize the costs of borrowing, while still making the most of the money. For small business owners, a big part of ensuring the company’s success is to make sure there is adequate funding to cover day-to-day operational ...

The Internet of Things is going to disrupt how just about everything industrial works. To keep up, companies need to find personnel skilled in programming sensors and other networked devices. This customizable hiring kit, created by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, provides a framework you can use to find the best IoT developer for ...

According to PwC’s Global Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-28, the global gaming industry revenues are expected to top $300 billion by 2028, more than double its level in 2019. As a fast-growing industry, video game development is also one of the most attractive areas for individuals seeking satisfying programming careers. At the foundational level of ...

It can be frustrating when you and your clients are at odds with one another. It happens for many reasons, and when it does, you run the risk of losing the client. Obviously, consultants aren’t in the business of LOSING clients. The goal is to make them as happy as possible. But there are times ...

The amount of money spent by individual digital consumers on e-commerce is increasing every year. Businesses, therefore, are committing more resources to sell online. Included in those resources are marketing professionals dedicated to using social media and other web-based marketing techniques to increase brand recognition and reach. These professionals, called digital campaign managers, are more ...