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Building a Business

Zirtual Is Coming Back, But in a Different Form

The embattled virtual assistant service was bought by Startups.co, but it remains to be seen how much of the previous business model will stick.

By Nina Zipkin

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5 Essentials for Cultivating Intrapreneurial Employees

By Dixie Gillaspie

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Why Startups Should Consider ‘The Bakery Model’ When Starting Out

By Zeev Farbman

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The 7 Elements of a Strong Business Model

By Larry Alton

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4 Ways to Make a Business-Model Shift Seamless

A business-model transition impacts everyone involved in the company's mission. Here is how to make it less stressful.

By Margaret Craig

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7 Steps for Establishing the Right Business Model

Building a product may be the easy part of a startup. Don't forgot about the other, equally important half of the equation.

By Martin Zwilling

Thought Leaders

The 4 Pillars of Ethical Enterprises

Is your business model moral? Start by asking these questions.

By David Hagenbuch

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The Lesson in American Airlines’ Smart Pricing Plan for its Exclusive Club

What kind of customers would you rather have? Ones that pay as they go, or those on a subscription?

By Gene Marks

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You Can Do Good by Doing Well, If You Pick the Right Social Enterprise Model

Since both consumers and energetic young employees prefer companies dedicated to social good, philanthropy is a viable business strategy.

By Christie Garton

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Will Tesla Have to Franchise?

Elon Musk has hinted that Tesla may be considering a departure from the direct sales model, something industry insiders consider inevitable.

By Kate Taylor

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Ello Is Starting to Look More Like a Business

The buzzy social network with an anti-advertising mission takes small, important steps toward eventual revenue generation.

By Daniel Roberts

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5 Things You Must Do to Successfully Launch a Business

Let's get down to the basics.

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5 Tips for Building Adaptivity Into Your Business Model

No startup business plan is so good that it anticipates every twist and change in the market and customer demand. To thrive, anticipate the unknown.

By Jan Verleur

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Iterate or Eliminate? When You Need to Go Back to the Drawing Board.

When do you stick with an idea, and when do you eliminate it altogether? As an entrepreneur, this can be a life-or-death decision for your startup.

By Jake Gibson

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What a Teen’s Summer Job Can Teach Us About Good Business Practices

Lessons come from everywhere -- even that kid selling ice cream from a boat.

By Jonathan Long

Thought Leaders

The 6 Different Hats a CEO Might Have to Put On

Company chiefs may assume as many as half a dozen roles to guide their companies and inspire their staff. Take a look at how it plays out.

By Joel Trammell

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Raising Capital? Answer These Questions to Score an Investor’s Check

Shed light on five key areas about a startup's business model to make a compelling pitch for money.

By Peter S. Cohan

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6 Great Business Models to Consider for a Startup

Be sure to describe the consumer pain to be relieved by the enterprise and how big a wedge can be driven between what customers are willing to pay and the costs.

By Peter S. Cohan

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The Pricing Conundrum: Figuring Out the Right Strategy For You

While pricing can be a tricky matter for any entrepreneur, it is especially difficult for those providing a service. Here are a few lessons on pricing strategy.

By Dana Brownlee

Thought Leaders

7 Sins of Newbie Entrepreneurs

Following these sins could kill your business. Fortunately, there are simple solutions to fix these blunders.

By Dana Brownlee

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At Whole Foods, Employees Can Look Up Other Employees’ Salaries

Whole Foods has had a long-standing tradition of keeping compensation details open. Here's why.

By Alison Griswold

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Spotify Musicians Can Now Sell Merchandise on Their Artist Pages

Hoping to improve its artist relations, Spotify is letting musicians sell merchandise through their profile pages without taking a commission.

By Nina Zipkin

Online Presence

Should Your Salary Be Made Public?

Social media startup Buffer is all about transparency, going so far as to publish employee salaries online.

By Nina Zipkin

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Spotify to Musicians: Don’t Hate On Us

The streaming music service is determined to convince artists, both big and small, that streaming can be a real money maker.

By Benjamin Kabin

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Affordable Custom Made Suits? It’s No Longer an Oxymoron

Proper Suit stitches together bespoke tailoring and e-commerce so the American male can dress better for less.

By Jason Daley

Business Accounting

Why VCs Often Turn Away Promising Investments

If you are rejected, don't automatically assume it's your business plan that's the issue. It could be the firm's approach to its fund's investment cycle.

By Sam Hogg

Thought Leaders

Ronald Coase, Lighthouses and Elon Musk

Many entrepreneurs may not know Ronald Coase, but their work has benefited from his ideas.

By Ray Hennessey

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Crocs: From Footwear Fad to Billion-Dollar Company

This iconic shoemaker bounced back after the recession by revamping its product lines and distribution channel.

By Sarah Max

Business Accounting

The Investors Who Laughed at Zynga

It's been a banner week for Zynga with its long-awaited IPO. But there was a time when its founder was criticized for proposing a free-gaming business model.

By Carol Tice

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A Five-Step Guide to Reinventing Your Business

How do you know when it's time to alter the strategy of your business? Here's how to pivot to a better business model midstream.

By Jason Daley