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When to Ditch the Coffee Shop for Co-Working

Workplace expert and entrepreneur Liz Elam on knowing when to say when to working out of your local café in favor of more professional accommodations.

By Liz Elam

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3 Tips for Newbie Entrepreneurs on Starting a Business

Workplace expert and entrepreneur Liz Elam offers some advice about starting a business with little experience.

By Liz Elam

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When You Raise Capital, Think ‘We’ Instead of ‘Me’

Serial entrepreneur Mike Jones on the nuances of building a business with other people's money.

By Mike Jones

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Someone Has Your Same Startup Idea? Move Fast, Launch First

Serial entrepreneur Mike Jones on the importance of moving quickly when competition is stiff.

By Mike Jones

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Patents and Copyrights: How to Play By the Rules

Serial entrepreneur Mike Jones shares his insight on protecting your startup.

By Mike Jones

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3 Tips for Handling Startup Hiccups

Business consultant Joshua Medcalf on the importance of embracing the unknown.

By Joshua Medcalf

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6 Money-Saving Tips for Cash-Strapped Young ‘Treps

Business consultant Joshua Medcalf shares his advice for launching a business on a shoestring budget.

By Joshua Medcalf

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4 Tips for Creating a Firm Foundation for Your Startup

Business consultant Joshua Medcalf on the importance of passion and dedication when launching a business.

By Joshua Medcalf

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6 Tips for Crafting a Killer Business Name

Social entrepreneur and educator Steve Mariotti on why naming your business is one of the most important decisions you'll make.

By Steve Mariotti

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Save or Pay Off Debt? How to Weigh Your Options

Social entrepreneur and educator Steve Mariotti on the importance of a thorough analysis when it comes to your startup's finances.

By Steve Mariotti

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4 Tips for Creating an Exit Strategy for Your Startup

Social entrepreneur and educator Steve Mariotti on the importance of forecasting your long-term plans from the start.

By Steve Mariotti

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5 Ways to Validate Your Business Idea

Tech expert Prerna Gupta on how to test your startup concept.

By Prerna Gupta

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4 Tips for Balancing Friendship and Business

Tech expert Prerna Gupta on the importance of keeping your team at a professional distance.

By Prerna Gupta

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4 Steps for Making Early Financial Projections

Tech expert Prerna Gupta on how to convince investors that the potential of your startup is worth their money.

By Prerna Gupta

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Not Top Dog? 4 Ways to Project a Bigger Brand

Tech expert Prerna Gupta shares her tips on how to compete with bigger competitors.

By Prerna Gupta

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Are You Ready to Launch? Here’s How to Find Out

Veteran venture capitalist Jason Green on the importance of a minimum viable product and assembling a top-notch team.

By Jason Green

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Patent vs. Market Penetration: Where Should Your Focus Be?

Veteran venture capitalist Jason Green on why gaining market share is critical for early-stage startups.

By Jason Green

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Have a Killer Business Idea? Here’s How to Vet It

Venture capitalist Jason Green shares his tips on how to be sure you have a quality concept before launch.

By Jason Green

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The 6 Best Entrepreneurial Habits for Rapid Growth

Serial entrepreneur, angel investor and professor Dave Lerner shares his tips for startup success.

By Dave Lerner

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How to Stay Focused When Everything Needs Your Attention

Serial entrepreneur, angel investor and professor Dave Lerner shares his tips for getting focused and productive.

By Dave Lerner

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20 Must-Have Tools for Young Treps

Serial entrepreneur, angel investor and professor Dave Lerner shares his list of productivity essentials.

By Dave Lerner