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What You Wanted to Know About Marketing But Forgot to Ask
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You know all of the frequently asked marketing questions, what about the important questions no one ever thinks to ask? We've got the answers right here.
May 23, 2013 in Marketing Basics
Photos: How Entrepreneur Friendly are the Top 10 Startup Hubs?

How Entrepreneur Friendly are the Top 10 Startup Hubs?

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Before you pack your bags and head off to Silicon Valley, check out how the top startup ecosystems rank when it comes to ease of starting a business.
May 14, 2013 in Getting Financing
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 13, 2013 in Startup Basics
Free Online Service Matches Small Businesses With Lenders

Free Online Service Matches Small Businesses With Lenders

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An art school uses an online lending matchmaker to find capital.
May 13, 2013 in Financing
Video: A Dose of Advice for Health-Tech StartupsPlay Video

A Dose of Advice for Health-Tech Startups (Video)

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With the U.S. spending $3 trillion on health care per year, the race is on to improve an inefficient system. We ask entrepreneurs at Blueprint Health accelerator to share their best tips for starting up.
May 3, 2013 in Startup Basics
Essential Elements of Working With a Business Partner

Essential Elements of Working With a Business Partner

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To keep your business running smoothly, it's crucial to have a clear division of duties. Here's how to set up a business with shared responsibilities-- for greater satisfaction and greater rewards.
May 2, 2013 in Startup Basics
How to Build a Lean and Efficient Business Plan

How to Build a Lean and Efficient Business Plan

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Your business plan must be ready to accommodate rapid changes so that your company can follow suit. Here are five ways to make your business plan as lean and effective as possible.
April 17, 2013 in Your Business Plan
Funding 101: How to Position Your Startup as a Good Investment

Funding 101: How to Position Your Startup as a Good Investment

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Why you should look beyond bootstrapping and loans from friends and family to set your company up for success and win investors.
April 10, 2013 in Getting Financing
Spring Break Plans? Open Your Mind and Rekindle Your Love of Entrepreneurship

Spring Break Plans? Open Your Mind and Rekindle Your Love of Entrepreneurship

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Spring may be in the air, but you've got a lot of work to do -- on your business and your soul. Here are five tips for meeting your business challenges with a clear, open mind.
April 4, 2013 in Work/Life Balance
Photos: 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
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
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
Video: Taking on Risk, Embracing Rejection and Other Startup Lessons From the TrenchesPlay Video

Taking on Risk, Embracing Rejection and Other Startup Lessons From the Trenches (Video)

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What you can learn from the most successful entrepreneurs when faced with these common startup challenges.
February 26, 2013 in Startup Basics
Why Over-Optimism Can Crush Your Company

Why Over-Optimism Can Crush Your Company

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While painting your startup in the best light can generate attention from the media and investors. Just be careful to not to start also believing the hype.
February 20, 2013 in Leadership
Defining Your Business Goals

Defining Your Business Goals

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When you're just starting up, it's a good idea to set goals for your company and align them with your personal goals as well. Consider this advice for setting goals that are realistic for you.
February 12, 2013 in Startup Basics
Quirky Startup Perks: 'A Mating Call' for Tech Talent?

Quirky Startup Perks: 'A Mating Call' for Tech Talent?

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Between bacon-wrapped cash, winery outings and a year's supply of PBR, startups are rolling out all the stops for top talent.
February 11, 2013 in Motivation and Retention
Have an Idea for the Next Kale Chip? 3 Tips for Success in the Natural and Organic Industry (Infographic)

Have an Idea for the Next Kale Chip? 3 Tips for Success in the Natural and Organic Industry (Infographic)

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The fast-growing natural and organic products industry has plenty to offer hungry startups.
January 30, 2013 in Business Ideas
Video: Bryan Silverman on the Advantages and Disadvantages of Starting Up in CollegePlay Video

Bryan Silverman on the Advantages and Disadvantages of Starting Up in College (Video)

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As the College Entrepreneur of 2012, the co-founder of Star Toilet Paper discusses his top startup challenges and ways he's helped overcome them.
January 29, 2013 in Startup Basics
Entrepreneur Coach Antonio Neves on Finding Focus and the Power of Storytelling

Entrepreneur Coach Antonio Neves on Finding Focus and the Power of Storytelling

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The founder Thinqaction and business coach offers up his top tips for tackling camera-shy tendencies, along with a host of other challenging entrepreneurial issues.
January 23, 2013 in Business Management
What Doesn't Kill You... Makes You an Entrepreneur?

What Doesn't Kill You... Makes You an Entrepreneur?

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Go getter? Problem Solver? Bossy? Here are five signs you may have what it takes to be an entrepreneur.
January 22, 2013 in Starting a Business
Change-Maker Dev Aujla on Doing Well and Doing Good

Change-Maker Dev Aujla on Doing Well and Doing Good

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The social entrepreneur behind DreamNow and other do-gooder groups shares his thoughts on how young, socially-minded treps can do good work and still have enough.
December 26, 2012 in Business Ideas
Entrepreneur Cafes Help Feed Local Startups

Entrepreneur Cafes Help Feed Local Startups

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Fundraisers in West Virginia nurture fledgling businesses and help create a culture of entrepreneurship in the state.
December 14, 2012 in Finding Help
How Young Entrepreneurs Stare Down Personal Crisis

How Young Entrepreneurs Stare Down Personal Crisis

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Three young treps share stories of how they overcame serious personal crises -- while keeping their businesses afloat or starting new ventures.
November 29, 2012 in Work/Life Balance
Video: 3 Reasons Sole Proprietorship Might Not Be Right for YouPlay Video

3 Reasons Sole Proprietorship Might Not Be Right for You (Video)

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Attorney Nina Kaufman on when entrepreneurs should steer clear of this business entity.
November 15, 2012 in Choosing a Business Structure
Which State Is Best for Small Business? (Infographic)

Which State Is Best for Small Business? (Infographic)

Thinking of starting up? Find out which states are the best (and worst) for small business.
November 8, 2012 in Growth Strategies

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