Career questions tagged entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship is someone who creates, organizes, and owns a business. Most colleges offer an entrepreneurship degree, which will help you hone your business skills. With that degree, some popular careers are a teacher, recruiter, and business reporter. For ... Read more Show less
Should I make money off of graphic design?
I'm 13, and I like to do graphic design as a hobby, but now I want a source of income so I can start buying some basic needs and wants. Should I try and go for it, and if so, then how do I start?
How do you turn a product idea into a real business, from developing the product to finding investors and selling it?
I am a high school junior interested in industrial design and entrepreneurship. My long-term goal is to create my own product-based business. Sometimes I think of product ideas that I believe could have potential, but I don't know what the process looks like after having the idea. I want to understand how entrepreneurs develop and test a product, determine whether people actually want it, create a business around it, find manufacturers, handle things like funding and intellectual property, and eventually present the idea to investors. I would especially like to hear how you approached these steps when building your own business and what you would recommend to someone starting from zero.
If I want to become an entrepreneur and design my own products, how should I combine industrial design with entrepreneurship in college?
I am a high school junior interested in both industrial design and entrepreneurship. My long-term goal is to start my own business, potentially creating my own physical products. I am trying to decide whether I should double major in industrial design and entrepreneurship, major in industrial design and minor in entrepreneurship, or take another path. I would really like to hear what you would recommend based on your experience.
What did you study after high school, and how did it help you become an entrepreneur?
Suppose I am a junior in high school right now and want to become an entrepreneur. What major do you think would suit me best?
What high school classes should I take if I want to study business in college?
I’m currently in high school and I’m interested in studying business in college. What classes should I take, extracurricular activities should I do, and skills should I develop to prepare for a business major and become a competitive college applicant.
I can't decide if I should get into law or business, what would you guys recommend?
I like debating and also like managing business. I understand that becoming a lawyer might be harder than building a business, but I still would like to have it as an option in my future. What would you guys recommend.
How do you get your very first paying client when starting a new service business?
I recently started a small business offering language services (translation, interpretation, and language training), but I haven't been able to land my first client yet. For experienced entrepreneurs or B2B sales professionals: What is the most effective way to reach decision-makers, build trust quickly, and secure that initial contract when you don't have a long list of past references?
How can I combine a BFA in Studio Art and Art Education minor to build a multi-passionate career as a tattoo artist and cosmetologist?
Hi everyone! I’m currently transitioning into a BFA in Studio Art with a minor in Art Education as a transfer student, but my ultimate career Vision isn't a traditional path. My dream is to merge fine art, beauty, and body art by building a dynamic career as both a licensed cosmetologist and a professional tattoo artist. I’m passionate about human canvases, self-expression, and client-centered art. I want to make sure my university degree directly feeds into my technical craft, client work, and long-term creative business goals. I’d love to hear from creative entrepreneurs, studio owners, and multi-hyphenate artists on a few key areas: Leveraging Fine Art & Education: How can skills in color theory, illustration, and art pedagogy give me a unique edge in client consultations, custom tattoo design, and hair/beauty styling? Building a Dual Brand: What are the best strategies for managing a personal brand that bridges two distinct industries—tattooing and cosmetology—without confusing potential clients? Apprenticeships & Business Strategy: How can I best document my university artwork to pitch myself for top-tier tattoo apprenticeships while balancing my existing creative work? Thank you so much for your guidance and support!
Im just about to start BTech first yr in a few days and looking to maybe join or start a startup as an end goal of the next 4 yrs and not even sit in a placemnt drive. In the tech space i want to do something, maybe ai saas or similar. what all i should focus on and how and also how to find that perfect idea
Im just about to start BTech first yr in a few days and looking to maybe join or start a startup as an end goal of the next 4 yrs and not even sit in a placemnt drive. In the tech space i want to do something, maybe ai saas or similar. what all i should focus on and how and also how to find that perfect idea
Hello world I’m currently in 8th grade and my dream is to become a successful man in business and make large amounts of money. ?
Hello world I’m currently in 8th grade and my dream is to become a successful man in business and make large amounts of money I just need some advice in what type of business I should start and what age I should start it
How should I approach launching my first SaaS product as a software engineer?
Hello everyone, I'm a software engineer currently working on building my first SaaS product. My goal is to launch it successfully and eventually turn it into a sustainable business. I would love to learn from professionals who have experience building or launching SaaS products. Here are a few questions I would appreciate your advice on: * What steps should I follow before launching my SaaS product? * How do I validate whether people actually need the product before investing more time and money? * What are the biggest mistakes first-time SaaS founders usually make? * How should I plan pricing, user acquisition, and marketing for the initial launch? * If you were launching your first SaaS today, what would you do differently? Any practical advice, resources, or lessons from your own experience would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and guidance! Warm Regards
How do you study cash flow?
I want to study cash flow but there are so many things to learn about. Something can be related to one another while I don't even know it existed and more. So how did you approach financial knowledge other than classes? Do you experience it yourself? Is it driven by curiosity? Are there stages of the study? I want to learn about basic financial system until I'm able to form a supposedly strategy, fully aware of the possible outcomes—then I'll later study each types of cash flow for each business
why should I pick business as a career?
hi my name is Javon I'm in the 12th grade my most liked class is history and business management I would like to know why should i pick business management as a career i don't have no degrees but im looking to start my own business.
Where can I find a mentor in business and life ?
Advice in finances, business, personal relationships. Mistakes I can avoid with your personal wisdom and experince that has came before me. ...........
How to earn but also learn ?
I'm an IBDP student not the brightest of the bunch for reference I got a 26/42 in semester 2 currently in my summer break .Since I will be applying next year mainly abroad (USA,Spain) and want to pursue in Business / Entrepreneurship I want to create somewhat like a passion project that I can later expand in the future . But I have to start from zero with limited finance , no help and limited time to boost my grades but I am ready to give a good amount of my time into a project I can earn from to fund my college fees. I have tried different things like creating a website for people to chat through and failed also made a blog that also crashed and very demotivated since after posting online for more than a year to market these projects I have no users and limited followers .I just need advice and guidance from an experienced person to motivate and guide me to get into a good uni as well as help me path my future with a project with a good earning.
If my strengths are being creative and hobbies are making things what type of careers or industries might best fit me?
What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers?
What career paths in finance can I venture into as a Business Administration student?
I am a Pen-ultimate year student in Business administration looking at graduating in a year, and I'm unsure of a career path to venture into once I graduate. I have interests in entrepreneurship, business development and investments, though my knowledge is limited in these, I want to know what path to focus on and build a solid career there.
How do architecture company starts their own company?
I want to study their journey, adapt them to my plans. I'm in grade 9 and of course, I'm not there yet but I want to know where I'm working toward. Such as knowing about entrepreneurship can motivate or remind me to build habits right now that will affect my future. So yeah, I want to study any how each businesses were started to plan ahead and adapt. I'm currently working in leadership, communication, presentation, hobbies, etc. I'm open-minded.
MBA or Keep looking for a job?
I recently just got accepted to an MBA program with a good scholarship and I don't know if I should take it. It also means moving across the world, back home with the program starting in 2 months and I don't know if I'm ready for a change like that in such a short time span. The reason I'm doing an MBA is largely because I don't feel equipped at work and lack the business knowledge. I also want to start a business one day and I don't have the skills for that. I've also been job searching for the past year and I haven't had any luck with it. Mainly because I'm unsure about my direction. Would you recommend pursuing an MBA?
What are some careers that combine creativity and business ?
I would like to know about jobs that mix creativity with business, management, or communication skills
How do I build a legal career without losing the entrepreneurial side of myself?
I am a college Junior who already runs online shop and multiple social media accounts while pursuing a future in law. I love both paths, but I worry that choosing one means slowly setting the other down. Is there a way to keep both?
HOW SHOULD I TRAIN MY SELF EARLY FOR GETTING IN BUSINESS FIELD?
CURRENTLY I AM STUDYING IN HIGH SCHOOL CAN ANY ONE TELL ME WHICH HABITS SHOULD I BUILD EARLY
What subtle mistakes do college students interested in marketing and content creation make when building a personal brand early on that can unintentionally limit their credibility or future career opportunities #Spring26?
I am currently a college student planning to pursue a career in marketing, with strong interest in content creating, branding, and digital/social media marketing. Since this career is quite competitive it doesn’t make it impossible. I want to make sure I’m building something that reflects my goals in a positive and strategic way. I’d really appreciate any insight or real-world examples of mistakes to avoid early on. Thank you!!!
What is a good habit to create for yourself as a person in a Business profession?
Im an upcoming Business major at Campbell University, I'm looking to make myself standout and make a mark early in my career. I want to go far in the Business world and eventually manage my own Business.
Which business management courses or electives best prepare students for entrepreneurship or small business ownership?
I'm interested because I recently co-founded a car detailing startup with a friend, where we buy materials and provide house-to-house services to earn money and help the community. I'd like to know how the curriculum can build on my hands-on experience with operations, customer outreach, and building small to large businesses.
What should I focus on from day one in college if I want to build my own tech business in AI and software?
I’m a high school senior who plans to study Artificial Intelligence Methods and Applications at Penn State. I’m interested in AI, software development, and entrepreneurship, and my long-term goal is to build my own tech business instead of only following a traditional job path. I already have some experience with coding and I’m trying to think ahead about what actually matters most once college starts. Should I focus more on internships, personal projects, networking, business knowledge, or something else? I’d really appreciate advice from people who have worked in software, AI, startups, or tech entrepreneurship and can speak honestly about what helps the most early on.
How can I best prepare for business start-up costs?
I am currently a 1st year business major hoping to open my own business after graduating, looking for any tips on how to best prepare for the associated costs.
What education and training do i need to do in order to have a business career?
I currently don't have a plan on what to do in order to have a career in Business. Im not sure what classes or other things of the sort to do. Any advice on how to start?
What kind of insurance should a small business carry?
A small business of 5 employees who provide a service in other people's homes. Located in the state of Kentucky.