Mikal E. Belicove
Mikal E. Belicove is an Entrepreneur magazine columnist & contributing writer and a business strategist specializing in market analysis, messaging and positioning, and content development for a select group of high profile businesses and individuals. Previously, Mikal started and sold a Boulder, Colo.-based Internet start-up and worked in Acquisitions for Alpha Books/Pearson plc and John Wiley & Sons, Inc.. His latest book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Facebook, was published in August of 2010. When he’s not working, Mikal can be found training for half-marathons and enjoying life with family and friends in Laguna Beach, California. For more information, visit www.MikalBelicove.com.
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What You Need to Know About Data Modeling
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The Benefits of Cloud-Based Point-of-Sale Systems
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Build a single website that works on a computer, a tablet and a smartphone.
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WalkMe Website Tutorials Help Keep Visitors on Your Website
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When a Tattoo Equals a Lawsuit
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Posting copyrighted material on your website could get you booted from search results.
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5 Reasons You Should Make the Switch to Electronic Signature Technology
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What Facebook's Page Post Targeting Means to Your Business
Facebook's newest tweak could mean reaching exactly the customers you're after without annoying the ones you aren't.
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