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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Own growth before anyone asks, and arrive with a growth thesis backed by evidence, not just spend discipline. Act like an owner by joining decisions while they’re still forming and running work outside finance. Put your view of the future in writing and build trust with the people who will choose the next CEO years before they choose. Boards are looking at their CFOs differently than they used to. Russell Reynolds Associates’ 2024 Global CFO Turnover Index found that 34% of CFOs who left their roles moved into a President…

Investigators say Kaden Matsuda and Jackson Donlon were properly equipped with multiple backups before their descent turned fatal. A joint county report confirmed an anchor broke unexpectedly on West Apostle Mountain, ruling out weather as the cause.Colorado Mountain College students Kaden Matsuda, 19, left, and Jackson Donlon, 20, died in late October after a climbing anchor failed during their descent of West Apostle Mountain in Colorado’s Sawatch Range. (Photo: Courtesy of Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office)Updated November 4, 2026 03:30PMThe two Colorado Mountain College students found dead in Colorado’s Sawatch Range last week fell to their deaths after a climbing anchor…

Walt Disney Co. is preparing to swing the axe again. The entertainment giant plans to cut thousands of jobs and has asked some managers to find 20% in annual cost savings, Bloomberg reports. Not all of it will come from pink slips. Some savings could come from trimming other expenses, and certain divisions will get hit harder than others. The plan is to take part of that money and put it right back into the business. CEO Josh D’Amaro wants to spend it on film and TV programming, technology, theme parks and cruises. Disney declined to comment. If this sounds…

In the home of skiing, making the most innovative and comfortable winter apparel comes with the territory (Photo: Helly Hansen)Published November 4, 2026 02:36PMHere’s something to share during après chatter: The word “ski” comes from Norwegian, and archaeologists trace the prehistoric origins of the sport to the Sami people, who used skis for hunting and travel across what would become Scandinavia. Later, the Norwegian military turned the practice into a sport, complete with races. No wonder Norway dominates so many ski disciplines at the winter Olympics. It’s also no wonder that Helly Hansen, the legendary weather-protection gear maker, extended their…

This fall, our investment show, Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, airs on more than 30 TV stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, CW) across the country — and it’s an accomplishment 10 years in the making. Started as a web series in 2016, this show is not only a testament to the startup mindset, but it is a sign that people love and are moved by stories of innovation, creativity, and tenacity. Over the past six seasons I’ve produced the show, I’ve been blown away by the energy and passion I’ve witnessed from both our contestants and our audience. For those who don’t know…

Key Takeaways Forward-deployed engineers traditionally join a team to adapt AI tools to a company’s operations. According to a new report, top-notch FDEs are making between $586,000 and $1.45 million a year in total pay. Companies are increasingly bringing FDEs onto their payrolls rather than relying on outside firms, intensifying competition for talent. A highly sought-after engineering job is commanding a hefty price as employers compete to fill positions. According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, demand for one specialized engineering role is pushing compensation into seven-figure territory. Forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) put agentic AI into production. They adapt AI…

From hunting rights in Colorado to millions in funding for parks, trails, and conservation, voters weighed in on the future of outdoor recreation in the 2026 midterm election. Here’s what passed, what failed, and what remains undecided.A bull elk stands in an alpine meadow in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Colorado voters rejected Amendment 83, which would have established a constitutional right to hunt and fish and designated those activities as preferred methods of wildlife management. (Photo: Mark de Leeuw/Getty)Published November 4, 2026 12:32PMTrail access, hunting rights, and how to spend gear sales taxes are just a handful of the public lands…

Here’s a problem most of us would love to have. What if you had so much money that you needed to hire someone just to help you enjoy it? For about 145 families, that someone is Fischer Unlimited, a New York luxury concierge firm that charges $150,000 just to become a client, plus a $25k annual fee. “Their time is precious,” says CEO and president Stacy Fischer-Rosenthal. “They really want to make sure that professionals are handling their needs.” Take Taylor Swift tickets. During the Eras Tour, one client wanted to go at the last minute. Fischer didn’t just find…

Published November 4, 2026 09:08AMWhat to know: After testing 38 pairs of snowboard boots, our crew’s favorite all-mountain options are the Nitro Team Double BOA (men’s) and the ThirtyTwo Lashed Double BOA (women’s). If you’re looking for a comfortable, more affordable pick, it’s hard to beat the Nidecker Altai, which is available in men’s and women’s sizes. Heading into the backcountry? Check out the versatile ThirtyTwo Focus BOA x Sweetin or the skintrack-slaying K2 Waive. Testing snowboards is one of our favorite things in the world. Testing snowboard boots? Not so much. Quite frankly, it’s hard to find a pair…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Cutting entry-level roles can weaken the future leadership pipeline and cause businesses to miss out on fresh perspectives that challenge established ways of working. AI can take on tasks, freeing junior employees to build practical skills in customer service, problem-solving and decision-making. Mentorship, structured training and regular feedback help businesses develop talent while making better use of AI. If you ask a group of business leaders where AI should fit within their teams, many will give the same reply: It can take over the kind of work we used to…