Jenna Wallace

Entrepreneurship Writer

Jenna Wallace is an entrepreneurship writer at Career and Company, specializing in early-stage ventures and high-growth strategies. Before joining the publication, she co-founded a successful SaaS startup, scaling it from zero to seven figures in revenue within three years. Jenna has also consulted for several Fortune 500 companies on innovation and intrapreneurship initiatives. She's a frequent speaker at industry events, sharing her expertise on topics ranging from lean startup methodologies to building resilient teams. Jenna is passionate about empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Expertise

EntrepreneurshipStartupsVenture CapitalPersonal BrandingLeadershipBusiness StrategyGrowth Marketing

Coverage Areas

Entrepreneurship
Personal Growth
Startup Culture
Small Business

Latest Articles

A person chooses a clear, illuminated path towards a mountain summit, symbolizing effective goal setting and achievement.
Personal Growth

What are the Psychological Principles of Effective Goal Setting?

Employees who set specific, challenging goals saw a 16% improvement in performance, according to Davron .

Jul 10, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse group of entrepreneurs collaborating in a bright, modern co-working space, symbolizing innovation and business growth through incubation.
Entrepreneurship

How Incubators Drive Small Business Growth

Startups that actively engage in business incubation programs demonstrate a statistically significant better chance of survival and expansion compared to their non-incubated counterparts, according to

Jul 8, 2026 · 6 min read

Small business owner using advanced AI interface to analyze growth strategies and customer data for business expansion.
Entrepreneurship

Top 8 AI Tools for Small Business Growth Strategies

Nearly 9 out of 10 small businesses already use AI for daily tasks, yet many miss its true potential to slash customer resolution times from 48 hours to just 6.

Jul 7, 2026 · 5 min read

Professionals collaborating in an office, with one mediating a discussion, showcasing emotional intelligence and effective communication.
Personal Growth

How to Develop Emotional Intelligence Competencies for Career Performance

70% of healthcare personnel who were victims of violence suffered from moderate and high burnout, according to a study published on the influence of emotional intelligence on job burnout .

Jul 7, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse team collaborating in a bright office, discussing innovative ideas on a whiteboard, symbolizing entrepreneurial action and growth.
Personal Growth

What Is an Entrepreneurial Mindset and How Do You Cultivate It?

Businesses whose employees received growth mindset training showed significantly more entrepreneurial action than a control group, a recent SMS study reveals.

Jul 6, 2026 · 3 min read

An entrepreneur using digital tools in a modern office, symbolizing focused small business growth and strategic success in a niche market.
Entrepreneurship

Niche Entrepreneurs Find Digital Tools Crucial for Small Business Growth

A small business ranking for a keyword with just 50 monthly searches can generate hundreds of dollars in revenue from a single sale.

Jul 5, 2026 · 4 min read

Futuristic rocket launching towards Moon and Mars, symbolizing SBA and NASA's initiative to fund space technology startups.
Entrepreneurship

SBA and NASA Launch Initiative to Fund Space Tech Startups

Under a new federal initiative, private investment funds licensed by the U.

Jul 5, 2026 · 2 min read

Diverse individuals collaborating with AI interfaces in a futuristic cityscape, representing innovation and adaptation in the AI economy.
Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is the 21st Century's Essential Survival Skill for the AI Economy.

A recent report projects that by 2030, nearly 30% of current job tasks in advanced economies could be automated by AI, forcing millions to rethink their career paths.

Jul 5, 2026 · 3 min read

Diverse group of underrepresented founders and mentors collaborating in a bright, modern co-working space, discussing ideas and fostering innovation.
Entrepreneurship

Mentorship programs for underrepresented founders must evolve

Only 1% of venture capital reaches Black and Latinx founders, a disparity stifling economic mobility and innovation across the startup world, according to Sec .

Jul 4, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse group of tech professionals collaborating against a backdrop of a city skyline, symbolizing the migration and growth of startup hubs.
Entrepreneurship

Housing Costs Fuel Migration, Redefining Startup Hubs

In 2023, Austin, Texas, surpassed San Francisco in net tech worker migration for the third consecutive year.

Jul 3, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse entrepreneurs collaborating in a modern office, discussing ideas with passion and focus, highlighting teamwork and communication.
Entrepreneurship

Essential Soft Skills Entrepreneurs Need to Succeed in 2026

A recent study found that 70% of startup failures could be directly attributed to poor communication within the team or with investors, rather than product-market fit issues, according to the Startup

Jul 3, 2026 · 6 min read

Diverse students engaged in a collaborative project, learning essential skills for future careers in a bright, modern classroom.
Personal Growth

Essential Skills for Student Success in 2026 Careers

As of June 2026, 329 bills across 39 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico are being tracked, all related to youth workforce development and career readiness.

Jul 2, 2026 · 5 min read

A determined veteran entrepreneur in a modern co-working space, looking towards a bright future with business plans and growth charts.
Entrepreneurship

Business Grants for Veteran Entrepreneurs in 2026

The Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program has launched over 200 businesses, generating more than $38 million in revenue and awarding over $900,000 in direct funding, according to FGCU .

Jul 1, 2026 · 4 min read

A person choosing to focus on a career goal over immediate gratification, symbolizing the power of self-control in achieving success.
Personal Growth

What Is Self-Control and How Does It Shape Your Career Success?

Participants who resisted the temptation of freshly baked cookies persisted 11 minutes longer on an unsolvable puzzle than those who indulged, highlighting the immediate impact of self-control on sust

Jul 1, 2026 · 4 min read

Mauricio Umansky launching the American Real Estate Association (AREA) amidst a turbulent real estate market, symbolizing a bold new direction.
Entrepreneurship

Mauricio Umansky Launches New Trade Org Amid Real Estate Freefall

Mauricio Umansky, the broker behind the Playboy Mansion sale and The Agency's global rise, just launched a new trade organization: the American Real Estate Association (AREA).

Jun 30, 2026 · 2 min read

Cinematic depiction of AI algorithms prioritizing YouTuber content over brand content, illustrating a shift in the digital content landscape.
Entrepreneurship

AI Search Cites YouTubers Over Brands, Shifting Content Landscape

A Google AI overview recently declared Jake Paul the winner of a boxing match against Anthony Joshua, despite Joshua winning by knockout.

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

Diverse professionals collaborating with AI systems in a futuristic city, showcasing amplified human expertise and career growth opportunities.
Personal Growth

Top 6 Skills for 2026 Job Market Growth: AI Amplifies Human Expertise

Professionalized roles, where AI amplifies skilled workers, are growing twice as fast as democratized occupations, with salaries increasing 42% faster.

Jun 28, 2026 · 4 min read

Small business owners in an emerging economy struggling with outdated technology, highlighting the digital divide and hindering innovation.
Entrepreneurship

SMEs in Emerging Economies Face Tech Hurdles, Threatening 2026 Growth

In places like Bogotá or Accra, a simple business transaction that takes minutes in Boston can drag on for days or even weeks, fundamentally slowing the pace of innovation for local SMEs.

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

A determined professional confidently facing a futuristic, AI-enhanced cityscape, symbolizing resilience and adaptability in the evolving job market.
Personal Growth

Self-confidence and resilience: Your new career superpowers.

The real risk in the age of AI isn't job displacement, but a workforce unprepared for what's next due to stagnation, according to SHRM .

Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read

Diverse entrepreneurs collaborating with advanced AI interface, showcasing AI integration for startup growth and investment readiness in a modern office.
Entrepreneurship

Startups Embrace AI Integration for Growth in 2026

In just sixty seconds, IQ Pitch can now provide startups with institutional-grade investment readiness analysis, a process that once took weeks and significant capital.

Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read