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A collection of shoes that are not neatly arranged often makes you lazy to tidy up and clean them, whereas the condition of scattered shoes can spoil the view and reduce the durability and functionality of the shoes themselves. On the other hand, plastic waste, especially plastic bottles, is increasing and becoming a serious problem for the environment. In an effort to reduce the impact of pollution and utilize unused items, this study proposes a solution in the form of making a shoe rack from used plastic bottle waste. The use of plastic bottles not only reduces the amount of waste but also provides a practical solution for more organized shoe storage, especially for students who need efficient and environmentally friendly shoe storage space. The method used in this study is (R&D), which aims to develop a shoe rack product and test its effectiveness and feasibility. The test results show that this shoe rack can accommodate 12 pairs of shoes with a maximum strength of 5.5 kg per rack consisting of three levels. The use of 69 plastic bottles for the base and 24 bottles for the walls provides a large enough capacity to store shoes. Based on the test results, this shoe rack not only functions as a place to store shoes, but also as an effort to reduce plastic waste and support environmental sustainability. This product can also be used as an example in learning product design, recycling, and entrepreneurship.

MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) have an important role in boosting the regional economy, including in Karawang City. One of the MSMEs that attracted attention was Sultan Smoothies, which focuses on selling healthy drinks made from fresh fruits. This research aims to identify the availability of competent workforce, analyze business capital management, evaluate raw material management, and examine marketing strategies applied to support business operations optimally. The location of the research was determined deliberately. Sunday, December 8, 2024. The place is on Jl. HS Ronggo Waluyo, Sukaharja Teluk Jambe Timur, Karawang Regency. This research uses a qualitative method with a study approach. Data analysis was carried out throughout this study and was carried out continuously from the beginning to the end of the study. This research process is in the form of a cycle including data collection, data display, data reduction, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that the smoothies business run by Muhammad Rizal is an inspiring example of young entrepreneurs who dare to take risks to achieve financial independence. Despite facing various challenges, he was able to persevere and devise strategies for long-term growth.

In the last few decades, entrepreneurship has become one of the main pillars of economic development, especially in developing countries like Indonesia. Makassar City, as one of the economic centers in Eastern Indonesia, has an important role in encouraging the growth of the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector. One of the efforts made by the government and various institutions is to develop a Business Incubator Program, which aims to accelerate the growth of entrepreneurs through educational support, training and guidance. In Makassar District, Bara-Baraya Timur Village, the development of local entrepreneurs is increasingly being paid attention to. Business incubators in this area offer programs to help local entrepreneurs develop business skills, increase access to capital, and open wider networks. Although business incubators have proven successful in various countries, their application in each region can certainly produce different results, depending on the characteristics of the economic and social environment. In Bara-Baraya Timur Subdistrict, there are several challenges faced by one of the local entrepreneurs who were interviewed by researchers, such as a lack of management skills, as well as increasingly fierce competition. Therefore, the researcher decided to research more deeply into "The influence of business incubators on the entrepreneurial economy in Makassar City, Bara-Baraya Timur Subdistrict".      

Digital business transformation has become one of the main necessities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to compete in the modern era. This research discusses implementing digital marketing strategies through an entrepreneurship mentoring program for Mooi Gift MSMEs, which focuses on hampers and gift products in Malang. The methods used include individual approaches, training, and rebranding, to improve operational efficiency, digitalizing bookkeeping, and optimizing digital marketing. The mentoring results include the creation of e-commerce accounts, social media rebranding, digital financial management training, and website development to expand market reach. The findings indicate that digital marketing strategies can enhance SMEs' visibility and competitiveness while positively impacting product sales and branding. This study recommends continuously monitoring and developing digital marketing strategies so MSMEs can constantly adapt to market dynamics.

Digital business transformation has become one of the main necessities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to compete in the modern era. This research discusses implementing digital marketing strategies through an entrepreneurship mentoring program for Mooi Gift MSMEs, which focuses on hampers and gift products in Malang. The methods used include individual approaches, training, and rebranding, to improve operational efficiency, digitalizing bookkeeping, and optimizing digital marketing. The mentoring results include the creation of e-commerce accounts, social media rebranding, digital financial management training, and website development to expand market reach. The findings indicate that digital marketing strategies can enhance SMEs' visibility and competitiveness while positively impacting product sales and branding. This study recommends continuously monitoring and developing digital marketing strategies so MSMEs can constantly adapt to market dynamics.

This article discusses the importance of innovation and creativity in entrepreneurship as the main elements underlying the success of a business. Entrepreneurship is seen as a process of identifying opportunities and managing businesses aimed at creating economic and social value. Innovation, which focuses on creating new products, services or processes, and creativity, which sparks fresh ideas, are key factors in differentiating successful businesses from those that don't. These two elements support each other in creating relevant products and increasing competitiveness in the market. In facing a competitive market, entrepreneurs need to combine creativity in designing business strategies with innovation to produce solutions that can meet market needs and provide competitive advantages. This article also identifies challenges in managing innovation and creativity, such as the need for sufficient resources and time, as well as the importance of creating an environment that supports these two elements. By combining innovation and creativity, entrepreneurship can create businesses that are not only profitable, but also have a positive impact on society and the environment, and are sustainable in the future.

In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, life skills play a crucial role in developing and realizing innovative business ideas. This article explores how life skills such as critical thinking, creativity, effective communication, and time management contribute to business innovation. These skills not only assist entrepreneurs in designing and refining new ideas but also support problem-solving, adapting to change, and managing complex challenges. By integrating life skills into the idea development process, entrepreneurs can enhance their competitiveness and create unique and relevant solutions. The article also includes case studies from various successful companies and provides practical recommendations for developing life skills that foster innovation. Overall, life skills are a fundamental foundation in realizing innovative business ideas, influencing both the creative process and the final outcomes of entrepreneurial ventures.

This training aims to increase entrepreneurial interest and ability to utilize social media among housewives in Jero Gunung Village, West Sakra District, East Lombok. In today's digital era, social media has become an effective tool for promoting products and services, as well as expanding market reach. However, many housewives still lack understanding on how to utilize it optimally. This training activity consisted of educational sessions on the basics of entrepreneurship, marketing strategies, and the use of social media as a business platform. In addition, this training also provides assistance in planning and managing small businesses that have the potential to increase family income and realize an independent economy. The results of the training showed an increase in participants' knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, as well as their increased confidence to start a new business or develop an existing one. Thus, this training is expected to have a positive impact on the family economy and community welfare in Jero Gunung Village.

One pointer of a country's advance can be seen from its financial perspective. MSMEs, as the spine of national financial improvement, require back from the government. Through the Free Enterprise (WMK) program, the government is collaborating with colleges in Indonesia to create a youthful era with an entrepreneurial soul. In this program, understudies are straightforwardly included through the entrepreneurial hatching arrange known as the submersion organize. At this arrange, students' entrepreneurial abilities are sharpened with MSMEs that are accomplices in this program. This think about employments a expressive strategy with a subjective approach. The information displayed were gotten through writing considers by analyzing different sources from past investigate, and are the comes about of work hones carried out with Bulgrill MSMEs.

This study was conducted to evaluate how the Gojek application contributes to the development of the digital economy, especially for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Tanjung Pinang City. Together with the rapid development of digital technology, Gojek has become a solution for MSMEs in expanding market share, increasing operational efficiency, and easy access to financial services. This research explores qualitative methods that take a case study approach to MSME players who utilize the Gojek application. The research shows that the Gojek application makes a significant contribution to the development of the digital economy of MSMEs in Tanjung Pinang by providing easy access to marketing, delivery of goods, and digital payments. In addition, MSME entrepreneurs in Tanjung Pinang benefit in gaining cost and time efficiency, while increasing revenue from their sales. However, there are still some obstacles that need to be overcome related to technological adjustments, infrastructure limitations, and costs that must be borne by MSME players.

Oligopoly is a market structure controlled by a small number of companies that dominate market share. This research examines the impact of oligopoly on society and industrial growth, with a focus on economic, social and structural aspects. Economically, oligopoly can reduce price competition and lead to price regulation that is detrimental to consumers. Socially, this market structure can exacerbate economic inequality and limit the opportunities of small entrepreneurs. In terms of industrial growth, oligopoly can provide stability, but also reduce incentives for innovation. This research also discusses the role of government policies, such as antitrust regulations, in reducing the negative impacts of oligopolies.  This research will also discuss the role of government policy in regulating oligopolies to ensure that the negative impacts of this market structure can be minimized. Policies such as antitrust and price regulation need to be implemented to maintain a balance between industrial stability and societal welfare.

The creative industry holds significant potential in providing economic opportunities, especially for children with special needs (CSN), who often face limitations in independently utilizing their skills after graduating from school. A community service program at SLB 1 Payakumbuh aims to empower CSN through training in creative skills, managerial reinforcement, and product marketing. Using a practice-based approach, this training includes crafting production, graphic design, and introducing digital marketing platforms. The results indicate an improvement in technical skills and self-confidence, enabling CSN to produce high-quality products with competitive market value. Nevertheless, challenges remain, particularly in accessing capital, equipment, and business network support. This program also seeks to connect CSN with local communities and business actors to foster collaborations that support the sustainability of their creative enterprises. Through entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and adequate facilities, CSN are expected to contribute independently to the creative economy while inspiring other communities to empower similar potential.

In this era, many people in Plosokandang Village have not utilized digital technology, even though small businesses play an important role in economic development. One example is Mr. Imin's tofu business. Through a community empowerment program for MSME owners in Plosokandang Village, Tulungagung Regency, entrepreneurs now have more insight into marketing, both offline and through social media such as Facebook. Social media helps them reach a wider range of consumers and meet market demand. The utilization of digital technology allows direct interaction with consumers, obtaining feedback, and adjusting products and marketing strategies. This program is expected to increase the competitiveness of MSMEs in the domestic market while supporting the sustainable strengthening of the community economy. With new skills, MSME owners are expected to be more proactive in facing the challenges of the digital era and support regional economic growth.s

Young entrepreneurs in Karanglo Hamlet, Bantul, face difficulties in understanding and fulfilling tax obligations related to Income Tax Article 21 (PPh 21). This community service aims to increase their understanding of tax obligations, especially how to calculate Income Tax Article 21, through interactive approaches such as discussions and simulations of tax calculations. The socialization method was carried out for three days, namely on November 1-3, 2024, by involving the young generation who have businesses in the region as the main target. Before the activity, participants showed a low level of understanding of taxation, but after the socialization, there was a significant increase in their ability to understand and calculate Income Tax Article 21. This result emphasizes the importance of tax education to create a young generation that is tax-compliant and supports state revenue.

Workshop learning has great potential in developing students' skills and creativity, especially at the secondary education level. This study aims to analyze the implementation of workshop learning at MTs Negeri 8 Jakarta as a means of developing students' skills and creativity. Using a qualitative-descriptive approach, data were collected through observations, interviews, and document studies related to the learning process. The results show that workshop learning is able to improve students' ability to create innovative products that are aesthetically and economically useful. In addition, this learning also encourages students to think original, flexible and elaborative. However, the implementation of this learning still faces various obstacles, such as limited facilities, teaching materials, and less varied learning methods. Therefore, contextual innovative learning strategies are needed to optimize students' potential. In addition, workshop learning is also an effective platform for instilling local cultural values and entrepreneurship. This article provides recommendations on developing a more effective approach to workshop learning, including improved facilities, development of teaching materials, and implementation of project-based learning methods. Thus, workshop learning can be a medium that not only improves students' skills and creativity but also prepares them to contribute actively in society.

This study explores the evolution of Islamic economic thought from its classical roots to contemporary interpretations, highlighting significant paradigm shifts and the contributions of influential figures throughout its history. During the classical era, Islamic economic thought drew heavily from the teachings of the Qur'an and Hadith, as interpreted by scholars such as Abu Yusuf, al-Ghazali, and Ibn Khaldun. At the heart of this thinking are the principles of social justice, the prohibition of usury, and the need for a fair distribution of wealth. Recently, there have been important updates in Islamic economic thought, shaped by the global socio-economic context and the imperative to address modern economic problems. Key figures such as Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr and Umar Chapra have played an important role in developing a more relevant Islamic economic theory, combining concepts such as Islamic banking, macroeconomics, and entrepreneurship based on Islamic ethics.

Business legality is something that MSMEs must have. Business legality is a business identity and a form of protection provided by the government for perpetrators MSMEs. Another benefit of legal business ownership is to expand access to MSME financing provided by the government and access to financing from banks. Problems that occur is that many MSME players do not understand how important it is to have business legality the. Apart from that, there is an opinion that managing complicated business legalities is one of them the reason why MSMEs are reluctant to take care of their legality. This service activity has the aim of:educate regarding the urgency of business legality for MSMEs. This activity was carried out in Sengon Village, Bendungan subdistrict. The results of this activity can be seen from the enthusiasm of the participants in participating technical guidance activities on the legality of MSMEs and increasing their knowledge.

Business legality is something that MSMEs must have. Business legality is a business identity and a form of protection provided by the government for perpetrators MSMEs. Another benefit of legal business ownership is to expand access to MSME financing provided by the government and access to financing from banks. Problems that occur is that many MSME players do not understand how important it is to have business legality the. Apart from that, there is an opinion that managing complicated business legalities is one of them the reason why MSMEs are reluctant to take care of their legality. This service activity has the aim of:educate regarding the urgency of business legality for MSMEs. This activity was carried out in Sengon Village, Bendungan subdistrict. The results of this activity can be seen from the enthusiasm of the participants in participating technical guidance activities on the legality of MSMEs and increasing their knowledge.

Building a successful entrepreneur mentality is a crucial step that requires time, experience, and a continuous commitment to learning and development. This mentality includes the ability to adapt to changes, manage risks, and maintain focus on long-term goals. Successful entrepreneurs are not only capable of responding to market changes and dynamic business conditions, but they also possess a flexible attitude and resilience in facing failure. Failure, when faced with a positive mindset, can become a valuable lesson that matures an entrepreneur. In the business world, success is not solely determined by external factors such as capital or networks, but also by perseverance, endurance, and an evolving mindset. Every entrepreneur's journey is unique, but a strong and resilient mentality is a key element in achieving long-term goals. Therefore, entrepreneurs need to continuously sharpen their mental capabilities to remain focused, motivated, and able to withstand various business challenges.

Global phenomena highlight the increasing attention to entrepreneurship as a solution to reduce unemployment and promote sustainable economic growth (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth). On a local level, vocational high school (SMK) graduates in Indonesia face the challenge of low entrepreneurial intention, which has the potential to exacerbate youth unemployment rates. This study aims to explore entrepreneurship learning strategies and the contribution of teacher behavior in shaping the entrepreneurial intentions of SMK students through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. The novelty of this research lies in integrating two key elements—innovative learning strategies and teacher behavior as role models—which have been minimally discussed in previous literature. The urgency of this research stems from its contribution to SDG 4 (Quality Education), by strengthening entrepreneurship education as a foundation for developing a competitive workforce. The method employed in this study is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), which involves collecting and analyzing relevant journal articles using VOSviewer software based on selected keywords. The findings indicate that project-based and collaborative learning approaches enable students to directly experience real-world business challenges, such as developing business ideas and working in teams to solve practical problems. Teacher behavior, serving as both facilitator and motivator, plays a crucial role in encouraging students to dream big, believe in their abilities, and view entrepreneurship as an attractive career path. The implications of this research provide practical insights for educators and policymakers in designing effective entrepreneurship curricula while supporting the SDG agenda, particularly in promoting quality education, decent work, and inclusive economic growth. This study contributes to the reinforcement of sustainable entrepreneurship education in Indonesia.