Entrepreneurism in business history is a fascinating field and one that we can turn to again and again for creative ideas. It is intriguing to see the beginnings of some of the large companies like Walmart and learn what their initial plans were in comparison to what they have become today. Even the relatively short history of newer companies like Cafe Press have many lessons for us in what it takes to start up and keep a company running.
Amazon
Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover
virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers more of what they want -
low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon.com continues to grow and evolve
as a world-class e-commerce platform.
Cafe Press
An online marketplace that offers sellers complete e-commerce
services to independently create and sell a wide variety of products, and offers
buyers unique merchandise across virtually every topic.
Logoworks
Logoworks designs custom logos for business stationary, business cards, websites, brochures, and
promotional products. It is one of the largest logo design firms in the world, known for
their streamlined, simplified process, talented designers, and personal service.
Nolo
Nolo is the nation's leading provider of do-it-yourself legal solutions for consumers
and small businesses. Their goal is to help people handle their own everyday legal matters --
or learn enough about them to make working with a lawyer a more satisfying experience.
Palo Alto Software
Palo Alto Software - The Planning People - develops, publishes, and markets
software products for use with personal computers. Its products offer
task-oriented, "know how" solutions for small-business and home-office
entrepreneurs, professionals, and middle managers.
