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How to Create a High Performance Office

How to Create a High Performance Office

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From equipment to lighting to privacy, office design can have a tremendous effect on morale -- here's how to get it right.
March 9, 2013 in Startup Basics
Turning Passion Into Profits: An Investment Banker Goes to the Dogs

Turning Passion Into Profits: An Investment Banker Goes to the Dogs

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She left a banking career in New York for a sunnier life in California. Now, Andrea Servadio is co-founder of Fitdog Sports Club, which must grow to stay ahead of the pack.
March 8, 2013 in Success Stories
4 Reasons Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start Up

4 Reasons Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start Up

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When it comes to launching a business, you can make countless excuses, but you have to have faith. Here's how to confidently take the plunge.
March 7, 2013 in Starting a Business
Can You Afford to Quit Your Day Job?

Can You Afford to Quit Your Day Job?

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How to determine if you can afford to work on your startup full-time.
March 7, 2013 in Money Basics
Seth Godin on Why You Can't Wait to Get Noticed

Seth Godin on Why You Can't Wait to Get Noticed

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Success won't be handed to you and the traditional safety net has disappeared, so why not jump in?
March 7, 2013 in Evaluating Your Idea
The Pros and Cons of Launching Your Business From Home

The Pros and Cons of Launching Your Business From Home

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You'll save money, but will clients find you unprofessional? What to consider when setting up your business from home.
March 7, 2013 in Home Based Business
Baton Rouge Turns Up the Heat With New Startups

Baton Rouge Turns Up the Heat With New Startups

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The capital of Louisiana is a petrochemical and manufacturing hub, a thriving college town, and home to several hot startups.
March 7, 2013 in Business Ideas
'Impact Entrepreneurship' Places Importance on Social Consciousness

'Impact Entrepreneurship' Places Importance on Social Consciousness

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As a social-impact entrepreneur, you need more than a passion for doing good. Here's how some 'treps are putting their chops to work to run successful enterprises and make the world a better place.
March 6, 2013 in Business Ideas
How to Conduct Effective Job Interviews

How to Conduct Effective Job Interviews

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The basics of what you need to know about interviews from what questions to ask to how to judge non-verbal clues, and more.
March 6, 2013 in Startup Basics
How Much Traction Is Enough for Investors?

How Much Traction Is Enough for Investors?

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Besides the famed "hockey stick" adoption rate, here are a few ideas for showing investors why they should pay attention to your startup.
March 5, 2013 in Venture and Angel Investors
Maintaining Your Startup's Focus

Maintaining Your Startup's Focus

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Too many passions can derail you. Find one that sticks.
March 5, 2013 in Business Ideas
How to Provide More Benefits Without Busting the Bank

How to Provide More Benefits Without Busting the Bank

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Ideas for making the most of employee benefits.
March 5, 2013 in Startup Basics
The Incubator Bringing Washington D.C.'s Entrepreneurs Together

The Incubator Bringing Washington D.C.'s Entrepreneurs Together

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1776 Washington D.C.'s is 15,000-square-foot 'incubation platform' that includes an accelerator and co-working space.
March 5, 2013 in Startup Basics
How to Turn Your Youth into Your Ultimate Asset

How to Turn Your Youth into Your Ultimate Asset

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As a young entrepreneur, wisdom and experience may not be your forte but energy and enthusiasm can offer a keen tradeoff. Here's how to use youth most effectively.
March 4, 2013 in Starting a Business
How to Design a Business Card That Gets Noticed

How to Design a Business Card That Gets Noticed

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If you don't have the money to hire a professional designer, here are several tips to help you create your eye-catching business cards.
March 4, 2013 in Startup Basics
3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Naming Your Business

3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Naming Your Business

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Here's a look at three entrepreneurs who have changed company names and the lessons they learned.
March 4, 2013 in Naming Your Business
When and How to Lease Equipment

When and How to Lease Equipment

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The pros and cons of leasing office equipment for your business.
March 3, 2013 in Startup Basics
Web Startup Will Find the Best Parking Spot

Web Startup Will Find the Best Parking Spot

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Ben Sann was a junior in high school when he came up with an idea for a website that would post the rates of parking garages all over New York. BestParking.com has now grown to include six cities.
March 2, 2013 in Business Ideas
The Essential Elements of Building an E-Commerce Website

The Essential Elements of Building an E-Commerce Website

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From assessing your customer's needs to registering a domain, here's what you need to consider before you start selling online.
March 2, 2013 in Startup Basics
A Look Inside NYC's Entrepreneurial Landscape

A Look Inside NYC's Entrepreneurial Landscape

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A new exhibit at New York's Tenement Museum explores a century of the city's immigrant small-business owners, while the city government champions its growing tech startup community.
March 1, 2013 in Business Ideas
Startup Hiring: The Basics of Pre-Screening Job Candidates

Startup Hiring: The Basics of Pre-Screening Job Candidates

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What to look for in a candidate's resume and application.
March 1, 2013 in Startup Basics
A Look Inside Washington D.C.'s Startup Scene

A Look Inside Washington D.C.'s Startup Scene

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Politicians aren't the only movers and shakers in the U.S. capital. A highly educated population and revitalized urban core make Washington, D.C., an ideal spot for launching a new venture, according to these eight startups.
March 1, 2013 in Business Ideas
7 Qualities to Look For in a Lawyer

7 Qualities to Look For in a Lawyer

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Once you have a list of attorneys to consider, be sure to watch what they say and do before you sign them on.
February 28, 2013 in Legal Basics For Startups
Seth Godin on Dealing With Critics and Rejection

Seth Godin on Dealing With Critics and Rejection

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The popular marketing guru on how to deal with rejection and still unlock your ability to do amazing things.
February 28, 2013 in Business Ideas
Creative Problem-Solving Strategies to Test Your Business Idea

Creative Problem-Solving Strategies to Test Your Business Idea

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How to use an approach called 'design thinking' when you're creating a new product or business.
February 28, 2013 in Finding Ideas
Most New Business Ideas Hatching for 6 or More Months

Most New Business Ideas Hatching for 6 or More Months

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A new report shows that most new business owners spend months working on their business plan prior to starting up.
February 28, 2013 in Business Ideas
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