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February 2016

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February 2016

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February 2016
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Thought Leaders

Hanson Could Have Disappeared. Here's Why They Didn't.

The blond-haired music makers have some serious business skills in their repertoire.

Marketing

Pitch Switch: Changing Sales Tactics Made This Reservation App Appealing to Restaurants

Greg Hong learned to hone his sales pitch over drinks. Save yourself the money and learn from his story.

Innovation

How This App Is Making Civic Involvement Profitable

Most Americans agree that government is broken. But only a few brave entrepreneurs have tried to fix it -- and their efforts rarely go well. Brigade's experienced leaders think they can do better.

Living

What to Do When a Colleague Needs Emotional Support in the Office

How and how not to help a colleague in need…

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Taxes

How New Rules for Interstate Business Can Negatively Impact Your Income

Multistate business taxation rules have changed. Here's what you need to know.

Marketing

Learn This Man's Method for Rolling With Rejection

Sajiv Patel waited three years for a deal to come through. Here's how he made it happen.

Innovation

How This Mattress Company Got the Attention of New York Jet Eric Decker

This is what happens when a direct-to-consumer luxury mattress maker and celebrity backers get into bed together.

Innovation

How an Engineer's Desire to Keep His Keys Organized Led to a Business

Here are the five steps Michel Tunney used to take his idea from a Kickstarter campaign to retail stores.

Money & Finance

3 Reasons the Bank Yanked Your Credit Line -- and How to Fix the Problem

It's a serious wake-up call, but it won't be the end of your business. Let's figure out what went wrong.

Leadership

How Perfectionism Is Sabotaging Your Business

Author and researcher Jane Bluestein explains the problems with chasing perfection, and how to avoid them.

Franchise

How These 2 In-N-Out Burger Employees Climbed the Ladder to Become Franchisees

Where to find your next great franchisees? They might just be working at your local grease joint.

Thought Leaders

How This Man Made the Leap From Artist to Entrepreneur

'The entrepreneurial spirit of defining, of iterating on a vision is what artists are fundamentally all about,' says Monegraph founder Kevin McCoy.

Marketing

This Vital Tip Will Make Your Voice Mails More Effective

It's all in the opening line, as this study shows.

Starting a Business

When Providing Company Vehicles, Addressing These Legal Issues Is Key

Put the brakes on offering company vehicles to employees until you've considered these three areas.

Marketing

4 Sales Mantras to Memorize and Why They Work

You're not pushing a product -- you're changing minds.

Thought Leaders

Your Recipe for Entrepreneurial Success: Creativity, Beliefs and Purpose

Artists Taylor Hanson and Kevin McCoy talk about artistry and entrepreneurship.

Resumes & Interviewing

How This Company Combines Qualities From Craigslist and Airbnb to Solve Staffing Issues

Instawork, a new online service, solves a restaurant's hiring woes.

Thought Leaders

How This Woman Sourced Inspiration for Fabric From Her Father's Drawings

Sometimes, the greatest business ideas are found at home.

Social Media

How a Glue Developer Turned Bad Luck Into a DIY Sensation

Jane ni Dhulchaointigh turned a sticky situation into a successful business in five steps.

Thought Leaders

How to Create a Giveback Program Without Breaking the Bank

Doing good is good for business. Here are the steps to make social consciousness part of your company.

Buying / Investing in Business

4 Steps to Better Protect Your Ideas

Brainpower is good. Brainpower you own is far better.

Marketing

4 Must-Haves for Headlines That Hook Readers

Without the right words, your blog posts, flyers and ads may go unnoticed.

Franchise

Why One Man Came Out of Retirement to Start a Custom T-Shirt Franchise

The most inventive franchises can have unexpected starts.

Growing a Business

How This Program Lets Etsy Businesses Grow Quickly

A new tool helps DIY-ers turn into full-fledged manufacturers.

Marketing

Can Live-Streaming Video Help Me?

Marketing consultant Lisa Illman, founder of KritterKommunity.com, explains how.

Marketing

3 Major Sales Mistakes You Must Avoid

Consultant Jeff Hoffman addresses three common problems.

Marketing

Would You Try This Man's Wacky Sales Pitches? (You Should -- They Worked!)

Doug Baldasare would try just about anything to close a sale. Here's how he got customers' attention.

Franchise

The Work Behind Fast-Growing Franchises

Quick overexpansion is easy. But preparing for strong, lasting growth? That's harder.

Thought Leaders

Are Severance Agreements Slimy Business?

Is the common practice an ethical one? Our expert explains.

Fundraising

Your Alma Mater Might Want to Finance Your Startup

Alumni investment groups join the VC landscape.

Thought Leaders

The Artist Otherwise Known as an Entrepreneur

'Learn the rules like a pro so you can break them like an artist.' – Pablo Picasso

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