Kenneth Cole knew he had to create a distinctive line to get consumers' attention.

For a guy pursuing his passion, Christopher Meloni has worked very hard. But the acclaimed actor's effort paid off, for him and some fortunate others.

Nolan Ryan learned the winning combination for long-term success on the mound and in business, and he eagerly shares it with others.

Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns likes a challenge. He showed us history is really interesting. What's next?

Peter Drucker revolutionized business management. Read how Drucker's insights remain relevant today.

When people talk about starting new businesses, they sometimes cite the rate of failure—as if budding entrepreneurs must be crazy to take the risk.

Entrepreneurial tough guy Guy Kawasaki's tips for entrepreneurs.

Answers to your entrepreneurial questions from John Assaraf

Heidi Krupp helps perfect your elevator pitch.

You've lost your job or just grown weary wondering when the ax might fall. Maybe you need to supplement your family's income. Or maybe you're just tired of making money for someone else. What do you do?

Working hard to sell something to your prospects? Try teaching them something of value, and watch how fast they become customers.

When friends and family heard former investment banker Candace Nelson had lost her job and was selling cupcakes she made from her kitchen, they thought she had gone over the edge. But when the flour settled, it turned out this founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes was just following her passion.

Social media enables everyone to be a direct marketer. Stan Rapp shares how small businesses can take advantage of the new level playing field.

The words of OfficeMax Chief Executive Officer Sam Duncan’s early mentors remain close to his heart, helping shape core values that fared him well as he ascended the executive ranks and led through turbulent times.

If you're calculating the cost of doing business, don't forget the advantages. Find out more about tax benefits for small businesses.

Today we want to introduce you to what we consider the real fun in life: finding purpose and beauty, which includes loving what you do, day in and day out. We think there is nothing more beautiful than being an entrepreneur. And both of us are entrepreneurs.

The lifetime achievements of Horatio Alger Association members are awe-inspiring. So imagine what a roomful of them can do when the goal is raising scholarship money.

What habits do you notice your teen developing? Breaking a bad habit may mean more than just giving something up; sometimes it means replacing it with a good habit.

Your guide to applying what you've learned in SUCCESS

Books providing wisdom to propel you toward success

Essential gadgets for small businesses

Thomas Jefferson's foresight and decisiveness helped shape our world today. What can you learn from his life?

A tragic childhood threatened to derail Nathaniel Williams' future--until he changed his mindset and his life.

Entrepreneurs train for success every day, breaking down muscle to build it. The effort can be arduous, but the rewards are sweet.