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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
Photos: 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
Video: Ed-Tech Startups Aim to Reinvent ClassroomPlay Video

Ed-Tech Startups Aim to Reinvent Classroom (Video)

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Investment in education technology has tripled in the past decade. We take a look at three startups seeking to solve big problems in today's schools.
April 18, 2013 in Profiles
Clif Bar Founders Get Into Venture Capital

Clif Bar Founders Get Into Venture Capital

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The founders of Clif Bar set out to fund more altruistic success stories with their venture capital firm White Road investments.
April 15, 2013 in Venture Capital
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
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
Video: Health-Tech Startups Ride Digital WavePlay Video

Health-Tech Startups Ride Digital Wave (Video)

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We take a look at this fast-growing sector that's changing the way the healthcare system works.
April 4, 2013 in Grow Your Business
What Would-Be Entrepreneurs Fear Most About Starting Up

What Would-Be Entrepreneurs Fear Most About Starting Up

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An unstable income is almost always guaranteed when just starting your business, but research shows it's one of the top fears that keeps Americans from becoming entrepreneurs.
April 3, 2013 in Starting a Business
Photos: 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
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
Opportunity Spotting: 4 Trends for Young Treps from SXSW 2013

Opportunity Spotting: 4 Trends for Young Treps from SXSW 2013

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In the aftermath of this year's SXSW Interactive festival, we pinpointed four top trends that young entrepreneurs should consider.
March 15, 2013 in News and Trends
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
Forget Silicon Alley. Stars Head to Houston for Pitch Contest

Forget Silicon Alley. Stars Head to Houston for Pitch Contest

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The Rice Business Plan Competition, set for April, is the biggest student competition of its kind -- and a symbol of Houston's thriving entrepreneurial side.
February 21, 2013 in Location
The New York Times Gets Into the Incubator Game

The New York Times Gets Into the Incubator Game

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A startup incubator in The New York Times Co.'s Manhattan headquarters will nurture companies that are rethinking the future of media.
January 29, 2013 in Grow Your Business
Mark Peter Davis on the Problem With the VC Industry

Mark Peter Davis on the Problem With the VC Industry

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Mark Peter Davis' journey from venture capitalist back to entrepreneur has given him a unique perspective on the new challenges of start-up fundraising.
December 13, 2012 in Starting a Business
Entrepreneurs Take Lead in Building Vibrant Startup Communities

Entrepreneurs Take Lead in Building Vibrant Startup Communities

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A long-term commitment and philosophy of inclusiveness are critical to sustainability and growth.
October 26, 2012 in Location
JOBS Act Legislation Opens Up Crowdfunding

JOBS Act Legislation Opens Up Crowdfunding

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Under the new legislation, the typically small round of capital that flies under the regulatory radar for most startups has been expanded to $1 million a year.
September 28, 2012 in Financing
Brother and Sister Team Start a Trendy Used Clothing Franchise

Brother and Sister Team Start a Trendy Used Clothing Franchise

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Inspired by her franchise-owning parents, Chelsea Sloan started Uptown Cheapskate with her brother Scott while she was still in college.
September 21, 2012 in Franchises
5 Startups to Watch

5 Startups to Watch

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From Ashton Kutcher investing in Dwolla to Instagram's record-setting acquisition, 2012 is shaping up to be the year of the startup. Here are five to watch.
July 20, 2012 in Profiles
Reality TV Show May Hit Too Close to Home in Silicon Valley

Reality TV Show May Hit Too Close to Home in Silicon Valley

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A new Bravo show that follows startups through their growing pains is riling the high-tech hotbed. A look at what may be behind all the griping.
July 13, 2012 in Lifestyle
5 Tips for Generating Breakout Opportunities

5 Tips for Generating Breakout Opportunities

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Reid Hoffman, investor and co-founder of LinkedIn, and Ben Casnocha, entrepreneur and author, share valuable tips on cultivating and seizing make-or-break opportunities.
June 19, 2012 in Starting a Business
5 Myths About Being an Entrepreneur

5 Myths About Being an Entrepreneur

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Starting up isn't always going to land you fame and fortune. But, if you're lucky, you will control your own destiny. Before you start up, consider the truth about common myths.
June 6, 2012 in Starting a Business
Crowdfunding Nets Millions For Game Developers

Crowdfunding Nets Millions For Game Developers

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Rather than wait for Zynga to scoop up your young gaming company, crowdfunding may be the next best thing.
May 4, 2012 in Starting a Business
Karmaloop's Greg Selkoe on Social Media and the Verge Culture

Karmaloop's Greg Selkoe on Social Media and the Verge Culture

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A discussion with Karmaloop's founder and CEO Greg Selkoe on how innovative techniques and practical thinking helped his company thrive in today's ever changing fashion marketplace.
April 27, 2012 in Starting a Business

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