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The Great Reinvention: How U.S. Cities Got Their Glow Back

The Great Reinvention: How U.S. Cities Got Their Glow Back

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We recap our special report on the entrepreneurial scene in the U.S, from New York and Houston to Boise and Baton Rouge, five years since the financial crisis.
April 18, 2013 in Location
Study: Fewer Startups Launched in 2012

Study: Fewer Startups Launched in 2012

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A Kauffman Foundation report finds entrepreneurship declined last year, with fewer men starting companies.
April 17, 2013 in Startup Basics
The Rising Threat of Patent Trolls and What You Can Do to Protect Your Startup

The Rising Threat of Patent Trolls and What You Can Do to Protect Your Startup

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Tim Sparapani of Application Developers Alliance provides insight into the world of patent trolls.
April 15, 2013 in Startup Basics
Can NYC Keep Its Startup Prowess? A New Report Shines Doubt

Can NYC Keep Its Startup Prowess? A New Report Shines Doubt

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With New York City's talent pool in possible jeopardy, entrepreneurs may soon reconsider Silicon Alley as a startup destination.
April 14, 2013 in Startup Basics
A Snapshot of Startups in Small-Town America

A Snapshot of Startups in Small-Town America

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Far from the maddening crowds, and five years since the financial crisis, we look at the entrepreneurship scene in Burlington, Vt.; Chico, Calif.; Lehi, Utah; Iowa City, Iowa; and Lansing, Mich.
April 12, 2013 in Location
The Biggest Business Challenge: Your Insecurity?Play Video

The Biggest Business Challenge: Your Insecurity? (Video)

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Shark Tank star and angel investor Barbara Corcoran on how she deals with her own inner critic.
April 9, 2013 in Startup Basics
A Backstage Tour of Orlando's Startups

A Backstage Tour of Orlando's Startups

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Florida's "happiest place on earth" may be best known for mouse ears, but you'll find startups working on everything from healthy school lunches to hybrid geothermal systems.
April 9, 2013 in Startup Basics
Orlando Entrepreneurs Say Magic Is Returning

Orlando Entrepreneurs Say Magic Is Returning

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After suffering the double whammy of a housing crash and drop in tourism spending, Orlando's economy seems to have turned a corner.
April 5, 2013 in Location
Less Time, More Money, Mentoring at Accelerators, Incubators

Less Time, More Money, Mentoring at Accelerators, Incubators

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Business incubators and their close cousins, business accelerators have been around for decades. But in recent years they've undergone dramatic changes.
April 4, 2013 in Startup Basics
A Look at Indy's Innovators

A Look at Indy's Innovators

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Forget the jokes about corn. Indiana's capital city is quietly rolling out solutions for everything from tracking scientific data and charitable donations to juggling kids' soccer schedules.
April 2, 2013 in Location
How to Calculate Gross Profit

How to Calculate Gross Profit

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Knowing when your business is making money.
March 31, 2013 in Startup Basics
How to Set Your Salary

How to Set Your Salary

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Deciding how much to pay yourself can be tricky. Here's how to determine what you're worth.
March 29, 2013 in Startup Basics
The Basics of Building a Budget for Your Business

The Basics of Building a Budget for Your Business

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How to think about the big picture and create the most effective budget.
March 27, 2013 in Startup Basics
Indy's Entrepreneurs Make a Full-Court Press

Indy's Entrepreneurs Make a Full-Court Press

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Sure, Indianapolis is better known for basketball and car racing than entrepreneurship. But proponents say Indy is the best place to launch and grow a startup right now.
March 27, 2013 in Location
Why You Should Consider Cutting Overhead With Part-Time Employees

Why You Should Consider Cutting Overhead With Part-Time Employees

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Part-time employees can be essential to running your business. Here are a few things to consider when hiring.
March 25, 2013 in Startup Basics
The Steps to Complying With Safety Standards

The Steps to Complying With Safety Standards

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How to make sure you are keeping your employees safe on the job.
March 23, 2013 in Startup Basics
When Business Names Confuse Consumers: The Basics of Trademark Law

When Business Names Confuse Consumers: The Basics of Trademark Law

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A look at the recent Florida health club lawsuit between 'YOU FIT' and competitor 'FIT U,' and what your business can learn from it about trademark infringement.
March 21, 2013 in Legal Basics For Startups
The Essential Elements of a Commercial Lease

The Essential Elements of a Commercial Lease

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Renting a space for your business can feel overwhelming. Go in armed with knowledge and it will be much easier.
March 21, 2013 in Startup Basics
Stepping Inside Boise's Startup Scene

Stepping Inside Boise's Startup Scene

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No one ever called Idaho's capital a busting metropolis. But its entrepreneurs know how to think big. Here's a look.
March 21, 2013 in Location
10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing an Office Space

10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing an Office Space

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When setting up your base of operations for a startup, you have to think not only about location but also about your future needs. Here's what you need to remember before moving in.
March 20, 2013 in Location
How to Choose an Accountant Who Is Also an Advisor

How to Choose an Accountant Who Is Also an Advisor

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What an accountant can do to help keep your startup running.
March 19, 2013 in Money Basics
Boise Attracts Startups Seeking Quality of Life

Boise Attracts Startups Seeking Quality of Life

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Idaho's capital doesn't have the resources of a bubble town. But sustainable growth and mountain views are drawing entrepreneurs.
March 19, 2013 in Location
How to Make Sure Your Business Gets Paid

How to Make Sure Your Business Gets Paid

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The elements of prompt and accurate invoices.
March 15, 2013 in Money Basics
Let the Good Times Roll: Big Easy Kicks Off Entrepreneur Week

Let the Good Times Roll: Big Easy Kicks Off Entrepreneur Week

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There's more to New Orleans than jazz and beignets. The city, which has been luring startups with new resources, gears up for its fifth Entrepreneur Week.
March 15, 2013 in Location
Train Your Brain to Overcome Fear

Train Your Brain to Overcome Fear

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Three tips to help you get over your fears and take bigger risks.
March 14, 2013 in Startup Basics
5 Startup Naming Rules From SXSW

5 Startup Naming Rules From SXSW

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When naming a business, don't fall into the trap of making it so incomprehensible that your brand is lost. Consider these steps to find the best name for your business.
March 13, 2013 in Naming Your Business
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