More From George Deeb
Hiring Sales Pros
A Guide to Hiring the Right Type of Salesperson for What You're Selling
Just as a relief pitcher and a starter are different types doing the same job, sales pros come in endless variety.
Startups
Age Really Is Just a Number When It Comes to Entrepreneurial Success
Years of experience in business is a better indicator than age, young or old, when guessing who will complete the trek to success.
Retail Businesses
6 Tips for Keeping Your Store Relevant to Online Shoppers
If customers are finding what they need in your store just to buy it online, it's time to update your retail strategy.
Customer Retention
A High Churn Can Cause Your Business to Crash and Burn
This vital metric can help determine how much your company will grow and can hurt or help your chances of receiving investment money.
Lessons
Do Pass Go: Business Lessons From Monopoly
The game we all grew up playing actually provides great advice for entrepreneurs trying to figure out the startup world.
Mentors
How to Filter Conflicting Advice From Multiple Mentors
Getting different entrepreneurs' takes can be invaluable, but also confusing. Figure out what's best for you with these tips.
Venture Capital
Does Your Team Have the Right Stuff to Attract Venture Capital?
These four things may be even more important to investors than a solid business idea.
Starting a Business
13 Startup Red Flags to Avoid
Companies plagued by any of these problems are likely headed for failure.
Starting a Business
Triple Word Score! What Scrabble Can Teach You About Business.
Lessons for your startup from everyone's favorite crossword game.
Starting a Business
Is Your Product a 'Vitamin' or 'Painkiller?'
Make sure your product is something that your clients need to have, otherwise your revenue potential will be low.
Growth Strategies
What Kind of Entrepreneur Are You?
These four entrepreneur types can help you determine which qualities most drive your entrepreneurial spirit and what that means for your business.
Marketing
Why Too Many Startups Run Out of Money Too Fast
Many startups run out of money soon after they launch, missing out on success before they even have a fighting chance.