Eco-Warrior Makes Toys, Mosquito Repellent, and More With Recycled Cigarette Butts - The Most Littered Item
Naman Gupta in India makes money by recycling cigarette butts into toys, mosquito repellents, and fashionable items for sale.
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Two in Three U.S. Business Owners Believe They're Currently Living the American Dream
The ‘American Dream' isn't dead according to small business owners—65% of whom believe they currently are living it.
He Quit His Job to Offer Scottish Highland Trips in New York School Bus - A 'Hostel on Wheels'
Angus Luff quit his job to take tourists on adventure trips in the Scottish Highlands - in a yellow New York school bus turned into an RV.
73% of These Women Who Started Businesses During Pandemic Say It's Easier Than Ever to Be Successful
According to a new OnePoll on behalf of Office Depot, 33% of female small business owners were motivated to start their own businesses to inspire other women.
Nigerian Mom Designs Solar-Powered Cribs That Put an End to Baby Jaundice Disease
The small crib is a sixth of the cost of a normal phototherapy crib, and is manufactured in Nigeria for use in cities and villages alike.
Man With Cerebral Palsy, Autism Starts Can Collecting Business
With every can or bottle he collects and returns, Tyler Laviolette takes one step closer to fulfilling the dream of his parents, who wanted him to live a normal, independent and productive life despite being born with cerebral palsy and diagnosed with autism.
High-end Jewelry Made From AK-47s, for the Greater Good
To combat the devastation caused by illegal assault rifles in Africa's war zones, founder of Ethos water, Peter Thum, announced this week the launch of Fonderie 47. Based in New York City, Fonderie 47 removes AK47s from war zones and transforms them into rare watches and $32,000 cufflinks.
6 Rags-to-Riches Millionaires Haven't Forgotten Their Roots
Entrepreneurial success stories are the stuff of which American dreams are made. Much like Oprah Winfrey and Steve Jobs, the six self-made millionaires profiled here have one thing in common: Thanks to hard work, determination and sound advice from mentors, friends and family, they've been able to build thriving businesses from the ground up. All have advice for young entrepreneurs.
Why It's A Great Time To Be An Entrepreneur
More and more, young women are not only starting their own businesses, but they are also achieving enormous success doing so. Take recent start-ups like Her Campus, Rent the Runway, and LearnVest: all three lucrative businesses were founded by women in their early twenties.
Common Sense Law Means No More Tickets for Kids' Lemonade Stands
Local governments will no longer be allowed to ticket or shut down kids' lemonade stands, thanks to a unanimous vote by state lawmakers.
This 14-Year-old CEO Turned Down $30 Million Offer for His Start Up
This teen's business idea was so impressive, he raised $100,000 in capital to start it and turned down a $30-million buyout offer to keep it for himself.
Immigrant Designer Goes From Sleeping on Park Benches to World Fame
This beloved fashion mogul didn't start out as a success – in fact, he was a homeless Brazilian man in NYC who didn't have an education or speak English.
Pull Up a Bar Stool on This Mobile Bus and Get Financial Advice
What better place to educate people about finance than on a school bus?
15-Year-old Turns School Bathroom into $56,000 Sweets Empire
This London school kid grew a startlingly successful business out of the bathrooms of his school system.
Why This 8-Year-Old Boy Set Up a Lemonade Stand in a Hospital
Ulises Ornelas doesn't have to be confined to his front yard in order to sell lemonade.
8 of the Best - and Latest - Innovations for Social Good
Hunting poachers, detecting early autism disorders, and preventing pedestrian deaths - these life-changing innovations are competing to win $600,000
If a Child Has Been Issued a Fine for Selling Lemonade, This Legal-Ade Team is Here to Help
Fining a child for trying to sell lemonade is ridiculous – which is why there is now a "legal team" to foot the bill.
Mom Turns $700 into a $65 Million Company After Manufacturer Calls Her 'a Stupid Woman'
An inspiring mom, Julie Deane, was determined to MAKE IT WORK, even when a powerful businessman told her she was "a stupid woman" and expected her to simply give up.
A 12-Step Program for Any Business or Team That Wants to Change The World
Even if you're not in business, these tips and guidelines are invaluable to anyone looking to create a solid team or family.
Artist Creates Dolls With Skin Conditions So People Will Love Their Differences
These dolls serve as beautiful reminders of how their owners are beautiful, too – no matter their physical condition or appearance.
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