# Submit to Entrepreneur

> Launch Llama directory submission tracker review — last reviewed 2026-08-25

- **Canonical:** https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories/entrepreneur
- **Markdown twin:** https://tools.launchllama.co/directory-spokes/entrepreneur.md
- **Directory:** Entrepreneur (entrepreneur.com)
- **Submit URL:** https://entrepreneur.com
- **DR:** 91
- **Pricing:** Free
- **Category:** General Directory (#30 of 276 by DR in this category)
- **Referral traffic:** Very High
- **Backlink quality:** Weak
- **Link type:** Mixed — entrepreneur.com article pages with outbound links; editorial and contributor content vary by placement type

## Quick verdict

Earned business press — DR 91, free to submit. Worth it with a founder journey or growth story; skip if you only need a directory backlink.

**Best for:** Founders with compelling origin stories, growth milestones, or leadership lessons · Teams pursuing earned coverage or qualified Entrepreneur contributor pitches

## Approval & timeline

- **Time-to-live:** Editorial pitches may take weeks with no guarantee. Contributor submissions follow separate editorial review timelines.
- **Review:** Professional Entrepreneur editorial team selects business stories and expert content — not self-serve directory acceptance.
- **Common rejections:** Generic product pitches, stories without founder or growth narrative, unsupported claims, or content lacking business reader value.
- **Reputation:** Entrepreneur is earned media — founders confuse contributor blog submissions with guaranteed product coverage.

## Pros

- DR 91 entrepreneur.com with Very High referral traffic on published articles
- Founder-focused brand credibility for fundraising, partnerships, and hiring
- Contributor paths can build compounding authority over months
- Indexed articles rank for business and entrepreneurship queries

## Cons

- Backlink quality rated Weak — coverage is not an SEO link strategy
- No self-serve product listing form — requires PR pitch or contributor path
- Product-only pitches underperform vs. founder journey and growth stories
- Traffic is spike-driven for news; contributor content builds more slowly

## What you need before you submit

- Founder story or growth hook — origin narrative, milestone, or leadership lesson
- Press kit with founder bio, high-res headshot, traction metrics, and quotes
- Business reader value — actionable insights, not just product features
- Short pitch tailored to Entrepreneur sections (leadership, growth, franchise, tech)
- Contributor credentials if pursuing expert article submission path

**Gotchas:**

- Do not pitch r/Entrepreneur expecting Entrepreneur magazine coverage — different channels
- Contributor guidelines require original, expert content — not repurposed press releases
- Mass generic pitches underperform — personalize to the relevant editor or section

## Submission mechanics

- **Account:** No public directory form — pitch Entrepreneur editorial, apply as contributor, or contact PR agencies for earned coverage.
- **Categories:** Stories must fit business, leadership, growth, franchise, or tech entrepreneur beats — narrow B2B infra needs reframing.
- **Anchor text:** Editor-controlled in article body — typically founder name or company linking to your site.
- **Link placement:** Dedicated entrepreneur.com article — crawlable when published, not a directory widget entry.

## FAQ

### How do I get Entrepreneur to cover my startup?

Pitch a founder story or business growth angle to the appropriate editor, or apply as a qualified contributor. There is no free directory listing form.

### Is Entrepreneur the same as r/Entrepreneur?

No — entrepreneur.com is the magazine and media brand. r/Entrepreneur is a Reddit community with separate rules and moderation.

### Is Entrepreneur coverage free?

Earned editorial and contributor paths are free but competitive. Paid advertising exists separately from newsroom coverage.

### Does Entrepreneur coverage help SEO?

Articles link to your site, but we rate backlink quality Weak for DR pass-through. Value is brand traffic and founder credibility, not link building.

## Related

- [Directory Submission Tracker](https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories)
- [General Directory directories](https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories?category=general-directory)
- [Directory backlink service](https://tools.launchllama.co/launch#directory-submissions)
- [llms.txt](https://tools.launchllama.co/llms.txt)