February 2015

Inside the Mindset of Silicon Valley's Tech Innovators
Find out what makes these gurus tick.
The Bright Side of Negative Thinking
Despite what we're often told, positive thinking may not be conducive to meeting one's goals. In fact, you're probably better off visualizing obstacles.
How to Build an Employee-Owned Business
These four steps will help you turn employees into engaged, invested coworkers.
Miracle Grows: Fast-Growing Franchises to Keep On Your Radar
Smart investments in management and a focus on quality franchisees have enabled a number of recent franchises to launch and expand at record speed. Here's a look at a few newbies who hit the ground running.

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Expert Advice: How to Up Your Cyber Security
What you need to know to fend off a hack attack
The Sharing Economy Enters the Business of Business Travel
With alternatives like Airbnb, should business travelers still check into hotels?
Online Radio Killed the Video Star: 4 Tips for Creating a Stellar Podcast
Podcasts are seeing a resurgence
How FlashFunders Streamlines the Investor Roadshow
The beta site has helped eight startups so far. Here's how it works.
An Artful Expansion: How Lisa Riley Found Success as a Pinot's PaletteFranchisee
With three studios open and thriving, this paint-and-sip franchise's future looks picture perfect.
4 Strategies for Getting Paid Faster
The Money Guy has tips for shrinking the window of time between mailing an invoice and receiving some income.
3 Steps to Getting Good Press
An expert in PR offers his best advice for attracting media attention.
Blame and Credit: How to Encourage Fairness and Accountability Under Pressure
Unsure how to stop the blame game or start an honest discussion? We're here to help.
Dishing on Success: How Fishs Eddy Found Its Footing
A 30-year-old NYC housewares emporium plates up a delicious future
How a Franchisee Super-Group Is Changing the Franchising Landscape
The multi-unit owners started an investment fund to help emerging brands, and the industry is excited by the idea.
Why One Entrepreneur Isn't Taking the Bait When It Comes to ABC's Shark Tank
The ugly side of made-for-TV venture capital
How a Fishing-Gear Company Is Reeling In Customers With Its Live Streaming Videos
The online broadcasts of 'Loon Live' is just one way the company is angling for sales
Better Safe Than Sorry: How Startups are Staying Protected in Cyberspace
Hackers and cyber thieves are attacking small businesses with alarming frequency. Find out how to stay safe.
Should Your Business Use One Font Only?
It's not just what you type, but how it looks when you type it.
How I Handle My Bonus Responsibly
The founder of one venture-backed startup shares how she spends her bonus.
How This App Is Making Networking Less Work
A one-stop networking tool called Discover.ly shows people their email recipients' social-media updates in one sidebar.
Game of Drones: How This Husband and Wife Team Took Photography to New Heights
Elevated Element combines unmanned technology and photography, and sales are soaring.
Everything You Need to Know About Using Videos on Your Website
If you're thinking of introducing video onto your webpage, read this first.
How This E-Cig Franchise Is Moving Into Marijuana
An e-cigarette firm develops a safer pot-delivery system.
It's OK to Be Great: Why Entrepreneurs Deserve to Stand Out
In a path that's marked with extreme highs and lows, blending in isn't -- and shouldn't be -- an option.
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