Americans plan to spend $87 on Valentine’s Day gifts this year, down from $155 in 2025.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/valentines-day-spending-drops-44-this-year/502710
Anthropic Just Raised $30 Billion at a $380 Billion Valuation. It’s the Second-Biggest Tech Raise Ever.
The AI company behind Claude more than doubled its valuation in five months.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/anthropic-raises-30b-at-380b-valuation/502709
The Economy Isn’t Killing Your Business — Your Lack of Leadership Strategy Is
For most entrepreneurs, the adrenaline of the new year has evaporated, leaving behind a cold economic reality.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/94-of-companies-never-hit-1m-heres-the-brutal-reason/502496
Read This Before You Waste Another Month Chasing the Wrong Goals — 3 Signs You Need a Hard Reset
How to recognize when your goals are out of alignment.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/read-this-before-you-waste-time-chasing-the-wrong-goals/500872
The Ultra-Rich Are Turning Their Homes Into Fortresses: ‘Moats, Bunkers, and $175,000 Guard Dogs’
High-price precautions once reserved for presidents and royalty are now mainstream in luxury mansions.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/the-ultra-rich-are-turning-homes-into-fortresses/502686
Hackers Know You’re Still on Windows 10 So Upgrade ASAP for $13
Windows 11 Pro delivers modern protection and pro tools.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/science-technology/hackers-know-youre-still-on-windows-10-so-upgrade-asap-for/502587
Your Business Is Growing, But Is It Actually Going Anywhere? Here’s How to Grow With Purpose, Not Just Profit.
Expansion isn’t a success guarantee. It’s a tactic that requires careful strategy at every step.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/how-to-grow-your-business-with-purpose-not-just-revenue/500750
How Freelancers Can Stay Profitable in Every Economy — From Crushing Recessions to Crazy Booms
Learn how freelancers can stay resilient through economic recessions and booms with smart positioning, diversified services and a proactive mindset.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/how-freelancers-can-stay-profitable-in-every-economy/500471
LinkedIn Launches a $100/Month Integrated Sales, Marketing and Hiring Hub
LinkedIn is moving beyond its traditional networking role and into essential business operations.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/linkedin-launches-a-100month-integrated-sales-marketing/502680
There’s a Quiet Shift Happening in Finance — and Business Leaders Who Ignore It Will Fall Behind
Digital finance is transitioning from speculative hype to serious institutional infrastructure. Here’s what that means for leaders.
from Entrepreneur https://www.entrepreneur.com/money-finance/the-quiet-shift-in-finance-leaders-cant-afford-to-ignore/502214
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