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After the Protests: What It Takes to Start Up in Turkey
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Before protesters engulfed Turkey's Taksim Square, the country had become a rising star for businesses and entrepreneurs.
June 17, 2013 in Startup Basics
Maker's Row Ushers in a New Wave of U.S. Manufacturing

Maker's Row Ushers in a New Wave of U.S. Manufacturing

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A tech startup helps burgeoning designers connect with U.S. manufacturers -- and paves the way for a small-business boom that's made in the USA.
June 17, 2013 in Business Ideas

Startups and Investors Bet on the Drone Economy

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Entrepreneurs are betting on a future full of flying robots that can do anything from survey crops to make a delivery.
June 16, 2013 in Business Ideas
The Challenges of Starting Up in the Controversial Medical Marijuana Industry

The Challenges of Starting Up in the Controversial Medical Marijuana Industry

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Medical marijuana is legal in 18 U.S. states and Washington, D.C. But entering the business can be tricky, since it's still a federal crime to grow, sell or possess marijuana.
June 6, 2013 in Business Ideas
A Guide to Matchmaking Sites for Co-Founders

A Guide to Matchmaking Sites for Co-Founders

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Choosing a co-founder can make or break a startup. Check out these matchmaking websites to find the perfect one.
June 4, 2013 in Startup Basics

Top Tech Entrepreneurs Offer Tips on Starting Up

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Thinking of starting a tech startup? Get ready for a bumpy ride. Tech entrepreneurs Dario Meli and Greg Isenberg talk about the agony and ecstasy of starting up.
June 2, 2013 in Startup Basics
Inside a College Entrepreneur's Unique Coat Check Business

Inside a College Entrepreneur's Unique Coat Check Business

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A stolen jacket leads to a big business for an Indiana University grad.
June 1, 2013 in Success Stories

6 Ways Your Startup's Location Can Boost Your Bottom Line

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Choosing an office space in a strategic locale can help grow your business. Here are six factors to keep in mind when considering where to base your business.
May 30, 2013 in Startup Basics
Video: Tips for Starting a Fashion-Tech BusinessPlay Video

Tips for Starting a Fashion-Tech Business (Video)

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Digital is disrupting a stylish, multibillion-dollar global enterprise. We talk to three fashion-tech entrepreneurs about their best advice for starting up.
May 29, 2013 in Startup Basics
Startup Advice From 7 Successful Entrepreneurs

Startup Advice From 7 Successful Entrepreneurs

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We spoke with entrepreneurs we admire to cull the single best bit of startup advice they could muster -- and the experiences that led to it.
May 28, 2013 in Success Stories
How to Manage Your Business Partner

How to Manage Your Business Partner

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Disagreements and hurt feelings between co-founders can sink a company before it starts. Here are four strategies to set the relationship up for success.
May 27, 2013 in Startup Basics
10 Lessons College Won't Teach You -- But Entrepreneurship Will

10 Lessons College Won't Teach You -- But Entrepreneurship Will

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Think college taught you everything you need to know about the real world? Think again.
May 26, 2013 in Startup Basics
10 Habits College Entrepreneurs Should Forget at Graduation

10 Habits College Entrepreneurs Should Forget at Graduation

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While college taught you many lessons, here are a few you should make a point to leave on campus.
May 24, 2013 in Startup Basics

The Real Power of Health Insurance

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Health insurance isn't a nice perk, it's a requirement for anyone choosing to go it alone as an entrepreneur.
May 23, 2013 in Compensation and Benefits
Startup Weekend and Startup America Partner to Jumpstart Global Entrepreneurship

Startup Weekend and Startup America Partner to Jumpstart Global Entrepreneurship

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With the support of AOL Co-Founder Steve Case, new organization UP Global aims to accelerate startup communities around the world.
May 23, 2013 in Startup Basics
U.S. Entrepreneurship Climbs to Highest Level in More Than a Decade (Infographic)

U.S. Entrepreneurship Climbs to Highest Level in More Than a Decade (Infographic)

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More than one in 10 Americans were developing their own business in 2012, according to the U.S. Global Entrepreneurship Monitor released today. Here's a look at the demographics of the community.
May 22, 2013 in Starting a Business
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Startups Give Fashion a Tech Makeover (Video)

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An app that helps you pick out high heels. An online service that sends you trendy socks. These tech startups aim to give the fashion industry a digital upgrade.
May 17, 2013 in Startup Basics
How to Make Sure There's a Market for Your Business Idea

How to Make Sure There's a Market for Your Business Idea

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No matter how great your idea, if you don't have a solid market, you're wasting your time. Here are four ways to be more strategic about positioning your business idea for the right customers.
May 16, 2013 in Business Ideas
Crowdfunding Goes Mainstream: Why Donald Trump and Google Are Supporting Grassroots Financing

Crowdfunding Goes Mainstream: Why Donald Trump and Google Are Supporting Grassroots Financing

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Google and Donald Trump have invested big money in crowdfunding projects, RocketHub and A&E are teaming up, and new CNBC reality show 'Crowd Rules' premieres tonight.
May 14, 2013 in Financing
10 Questions to Ask Before Naming Your Business

10 Questions to Ask Before Naming Your Business

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A strong business name helps define your company in the market. Here is a guide to making yours meaningful and memorable.
May 14, 2013 in Startup Basics
Video: Unveiling Fashion's Latest Trend: TechnologyPlay Video

Unveiling Fashion's Latest Trend: Technology (Video)

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The world's most glamorous industry is getting a digital overhaul as investors pour money into a wave of fashion-tech startups.
May 10, 2013 in Startup Basics
A Rude Experience Inspires a 'Good' Brand

A Rude Experience Inspires a 'Good' Brand

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Kris Wittenberg vowed to put "Be Good to People" on a T-shirt after an unpleasant encounter. Five years later, she's ready to turn her sideline into a main event.
May 10, 2013 in Profiles
The Ethics Coach on Misrepresentation

The Ethics Coach on Misrepresentation

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We tackle the ethical dilemmas of pretending to be bigger than you are, selling products you get for free, and quitting your job to become the competition.
May 8, 2013 in Business Management
The 10 Best Cities for Entrepreneurs to Live After Graduation (Infographic)

The 10 Best Cities for Entrepreneurs to Live After Graduation (Infographic)

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With graduation day just around the corner, find out the best places for new grads to live.
May 6, 2013 in Startup Basics
How Niche Players Can Compete Against Big Brands

How Niche Players Can Compete Against Big Brands

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Being the little fish in a small pond can be advantageous for young entrepreneurs.
May 6, 2013 in Finding Customers
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