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Startup Basics

Wealthy Returns

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Get-rich-quick seminars promise the American dream, but do they really deliver? Our writer went undercover to find out.
December 4, 2003 in Startup Basics

Growing Up

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Want to start an artistic business? A creative incubator could be just what you need to come out of your shell.
December 1, 2003 in Other Sources of Startup Help

Attract Investors by Sharing the Risk

Investors will be more willing to finance your business if you're also putting money into the venture.
December 1, 2003 in Startup Basics

Formulating a Strategy Before Starting Your Business

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Thinking through the different components of your strategy will help you react quickly when your business hits a rough spot.
December 1, 2003 in Startup Basics

Why You Need a Mentor

Don't be intimidated to ask for help. There are many successful entrepreneurs happy to show you the ropes.
December 1, 2003 in Consultants and Advisors

40 Government Sites You Can't Live Without

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Whether it's a loan, a contract or regulatory information you seek, these sites are just what you need to get acquainted with what the government can do to help you start or grow your business.
November 21, 2003 in The Government

How to Find the Perfect Business Partner

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If you've got the idea, where do you find the person with the know-how?
November 10, 2003 in Startup Basics

Choose the Right Biz

Want to launch your own startup? These guidelines will ensure you're pursuing the right opportunity.
November 3, 2003 in Startup Basics

How Can You Become a Young Millionaire?

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Find out from author and young entrepreneur Jennifer Kushell, who explains how to get everything you want without waiting a lifetime.
October 17, 2003 in Startup Basics

Can You Handle the Stress of Running a Business?

Feeling pressured is natural, but it may be a deal-breaker for some would-be entrepreneurs.
October 6, 2003 in Startup Basics

Friends in Need

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Now you can find start-up support without ever leaving your computer.
October 1, 2003 in Finding Help

What's Stopping You From Startup?

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It's not just fear that's making you second-guess your start-up dreams. Here are 5 other common reasons you might be stalling--and what you can do about them.
August 11, 2003 in Startup Basics

Finding That Perfect City

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Deciding on a city for your business's location isn't easy. Here are some pointers to help with your decision.
August 5, 2003 in Location

Start-Up FAQs

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Tax deductions, pricing, scoping out your competition and more answers to some of your common questions
August 4, 2003 in Startup Basics

Guiding Light

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Feeling a little lost at the helm of your business? Don't worry: A peer group can help you find your way out of the darkness.
August 1, 2003 in Finding Help

Top 3 Start-Up Mistakes to Avoid

Don't let fear of failure stop you in your tracks. Avoid these common pitfalls, and you'll be on your way to success.
June 16, 2003 in Startup Basics

With a Little Help From My Friends

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A strong support system will see you through the start-up phase and beyond.
June 1, 2003 in Finding Help

How to Compensate Yourself and Others

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Answers to some of your most pressing questions about how to pay your own salary and how to compensate independent contractors
May 27, 2003 in Money Basics

Biggest Start-Up Mistakes to Avoid

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Don't let these common mistakes destroy your chances at having a successful start-up.
May 12, 2003 in Startup Basics

When 50/50 Ownership Splits Just Don't Work

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Sometimes, divvying up everything equally in a business isn't in everyone's best interests.
Do You Really Have What It Takes

Do You Really Have What It Takes

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A new look at the classic question of whether you are cut out to be an entrepreneur
April 21, 2003 in Startup Basics

Overcoming Obstacles to Success

No matter what your gender or ethnic heritage, you can succeed in business--if you turn your obstacles into opportunities.
April 21, 2003 in Startup Basics

Tips for Handling Stress

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Pulling your hair out won't help you deal with the stress of running your business. Try these tactics instead.
April 7, 2003 in Startup Basics

Choosing the Best Name for Your Business

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Understand the elements of a great name before you commit to one.
February 25, 2003 in Naming Your Business

Cool Aid

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Don't go the startup route alone. Help is right around the corner--and it's free.
February 13, 2003 in Finding Help

Finding Your Niche in a Small Town

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You don't have to look far to find a profitable niche in your small town.
February 10, 2003 in Location
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How to Go Mobile on a Budget

How to Go Mobile on a Budget

Michael Schneider, CEO of Mobile Roadie, offers tips for small businesses looking to take their businesses mobile.
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Mark Cuban Ben Kaufman Alexander Mendeluk Bret Michaels Scott Heiferman

Mark Cuban

Owner, Dallas Mavericks
"I love to compete. I want to get out there and kick your ass in the business world. That is what inspires me."

Ben Kaufman

Founder, Quirky Inc.
"I'm inspired by the Empire State Building. Probably not many people know that it was built in one year and 45 days."

Alexander Mendeluk

Co-founder of SpiritHoods
"When I see people bridging the gap between the limitations that the 'real world' imposes and what they realize they can manifest."

Bret Michaels

Musician, entrepreneur
"The secret to success lies in the gap between dream and reality."

Scott Heiferman

Meetup Co-founder
"I'm more inspired by the 20-somethings who are going to change the world. They have much less respect for the status quo and are seeing the world in a fresh way, many of them."
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