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Patent trolls ![Laura Entis]()
Startups Can Now Buy Insurance to Protect Themselves Against Patent Trolls
Which is good, but further proof that our patent system is broken.
Inspiration ![Jeffrey Fermin]()
Don't Be Afraid to Reinvent the Wheel
It's easy to feel like everything is already set and there's no room for innovation. Don't believe it.
Silicon Beach ![Matthew Toren]()
3 Sizzling Stats to Consider About Silicon Beach
The numbers don't lie: Los Angeles is emerging as a great place for tech and startups.
Startup Cities ![Miles Jennings]()
5 Tips for Succeeding When Your City's Startup Scene Sucks
Entrepreneurs live in communities across the country beyond Silicon Valley and Silicon Alley. Here's how to maximize your area's offerings.
Technology ![Jan Verleur]()
4 Reasons Not to Confuse Early-Stage Money for Success
The rigors of bootstrapping your startup shape company culture, compel innovation and keep control where you want it, in your hands.
Mentorship ![Jim Ryan]()
What Young Entrepreneurs Need From a Mentor
It's vital to build trust through interest in the founder's ideas and business.
Starting a Business ![Adam Callinan]()
Is Your Startup Idea a Killer, or Should It Be Killed?
Follow these four steps to determine whether you have a good business, or just a smudge on a cocktail napkin.
Career Change ![Jake Gibson]()
Are You Cut Out to Work at a Startup?
Many people who are great employees at established firms quickly flounder and fail in a startup atmosphere. Here are the key traits that determine whether employees can successfully make the switch.
Success Strategies
Don't Want to Screw Up Your Startup? Follow These 7 Rules.
To ensure you build a strong foundation for your new venture, make sure you do these seven things.
Innovation ![Kim Lachance Shandrow]()
This Barber-Turned-Entrepreneur Is Cashing In on the California Drought by Painting Dead Grass Green
Drew McClellan has carved out a thriving business sprucing up lawns as California closes in on its third driest year on record.
Entrepreneurs ![John Rampton]()
4 Excuses Holding You Back From Being an Entrepreneur
Everybody is scared to leave their cozy job and nobody starts a business with enough money. Overcoming those worries is what makes an entrepreneur.
Launching a Business ![Jesse Torres]()
Anytime Is a Great Time to Launch a Business -- If You Do This
Consider these five steps so your company triumphs once out of the gates.
Failure ![Steve Tobak]()
Never Take Failure Lightly
People have almost a romantic notion of failure these days. Make no mistake, it's not a good thing.
Investors ![Martin Zwilling]()
Investors Consider These 7 Elements to Be High Risk
If you're seeking money for your startup, you should be prepared to address potential issues that may face your business.
