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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Mentoring sharpens leadership by forcing founders to explain and refine the “why” behind their decisions, leading to clearer thinking and better judgment. Investing in young people helped me stay adaptable and people-focused Entrepreneurs are always looking for leverage. We look for the strategy that unlocks growth, the hire that changes a company’s trajectory, or the system that makes the business run better. Most of us assume the next breakthrough will come from somewhere inside the company.For a long time, I believed that too. Then one of the most meaningful shifts…

How to solve today’s Wordle.SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesIt’s Wordle Wednesday which means you get a riddle before solving today’s Wordle and Bonus Wordle. Here’s the riddle:Sketch me and my lines are black. Paint me and my hue is silver. Draw me and my ink is red.I’ll post the answer tomorrow. For now, it’s Wordle time!Looking for Tuesday’s Wordle? Check out our guide right here.Today’s Bonus Custom WordleNow that we can create our own custom Wordles, I’m including a bonus Wordle with each daily Wordle guide. These can be 4 to 7 letters long. Hopefully this is a fun extra…

Key Takeaways Vinod Khosla leads Khosla Ventures, a venture capital firm that backs disruptive tech companies like Nas.com, a platform that manages marketing and ads for small businesses. Khosla says “AI will be able to do 80% of jobs by 2030” and sees tools like Nas.com as giving everyday people access to coding, marketing and design. Khosla prioritizes a founder’s “learning rate above everything else.” Vinod Khosla, 71, still remembers the magazine article that rewrote his life. As a teenager in India, the son of an army officer with no ties to business or technology, he read about the founding…

Meta founder, chairman, and CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on May 12 that the company’s Meta Connect conference, which offers a glimpse into what the tech giant sees as the future, will take place September 23 and 24. The conference is typically a major event for the company. Last year, Meta used the stage to debut its AI glasses. Though little is known about what Zuckerberg plans to showcase this year, he has at least offered a preview of the conference vibes via a new Spotify playlist. Shared alongside the announcement, his “Connect 2026 Vibes” playlist consists of five extremely mainstream,…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Steven Droulis didn’t know he had a YouTube channel. His brother posted his videos without telling him, and it led to over 1 million subscribers. Most restaurant social media pages focus on showcasing food. Droulis found a better strategy. His authentic videos caught the attention of foodies across the nation. People traveled to his area specifically to try his restaurant — including Keith Urban. Steven Droulis has 1 million subscribers on YouTube. He did not even know he had a channel when the first video went live. Before any of…

Leave the ordinary behind as you explore the Bluegrass StateExplore all of the unexpected adventures that Kentucky has to offer. (Photo: Kentucky Tourism)Published May 12, 2026 04:28PMWhen it comes to outdoor destinations, Kentucky’s got some impressive headliners, like Mammoth Cave National Park, home to the world’s longest (known) cave system, and Red River Gorge, a climbing mecca with more than 4,000 sport routes. But away from the more popular paths, you’ll find outdoor adventures that are defined not only by their incredible scenery but also by their one-of-a-kind experiences. Climbing in Red River Gorge. (Photo: Kentucky Tourism) See a Moonbow…

Today’s NYT Strands hints and answersCredit: New York TimesYesterday’s NYT Strands puzzle was one of the hardest I’ve seen in a very long time. Today’s is a bit less challenging, but still a decent enough head-scratcher. Below, find some extra clues, the first two letters of each word and, at the end of all that, the answers. Let’s uncover some words!Looking for Tuesday’s Strands? Check out our guide right here.How To Play StrandsStrands is the newest game in the New York Times’ stable of puzzle games. It’s a fun twist on classic word search games. Every day we’re given a…

Key Takeaways Online sales continue to rise, but haven’t eliminated the need for brick-and-mortar locations, prompting retailers to double down on the in-store experience. America’s largest retailers plan to spend at least $20 billion to remodel over 12,000 stores throughout this decade, The New York Times recently reported. Target, for example, is upgrading locations with new lighting, redesigned displays, expanded grocery sections and renovated backrooms. Though many shoppers are taking their business online, major retailers are doubling down on brick-and-mortar stores, spending billions of dollars to remodel thousands of locations.  The New York Times reported earlier this week that America’s…

The founders of Crumbl are stepping down. The move comes amid a “planned transition” for the cookie chain, the leaders shared in an X post on Monday. The post, shared by CEO Jason McGowan, explained that he, along with co-founder and chief brand officer Sawyer Hemsley, as well as chief technology officer Bryce Redd will all be leaving their roles permanently. The three will remain in their positions until they find outside replacements through “rigorous hiring process.” The post explained that the leaders would remain closely connected to the brand with McGowan becoming chairman of the board and Hemsley and…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Not every decision deserves your time. If it doesn’t meaningfully impact business results, it’s likely adding unnecessary complexity. Use the one-way versus two-way door framework. Reversible decisions should be made quickly, while irreversible ones deserve broader input and thoughtful consideration. Simplicity is a competitive advantage. Organizations that cut through the clutter move faster and execute more effectively. There’s a reason Steve Jobs wore a black turtleneck and jeans every day, and a reason it’s so hard to decide what’s for dinner after a long day of work. Decision fatigue is…