Controversy

How to Navigate the Murky Waters of Taking a Stand on Social Issues
Controversy

How to Navigate the Murky Waters of Taking a Stand on Social Issues

Use your clout as an entrepreneur to be the change agent you wish to see in the world.
MaryLee Sachs | 6 min read
Small Business Strong: How to Effectively Take a Stand on Social Media

Small Business Strong: How to Effectively Take a Stand on Social Media

Listen before speaking out, and prepare your people in advance for dealing with controversy.
Andrew Caravella | 7 min read
This U.K. Startup Wants to Be the New Airbnb of Hospitals -- But People Aren't Having It

This U.K. Startup Wants to Be the New Airbnb of Hospitals -- But People Aren't Having It

Would you stay in a stranger's home to recover and trust them to take care of you?
Rose Leadem | 2 min read
The Fight Over Water: When Business and Politics Collide

The Fight Over Water: When Business and Politics Collide

Controversial water project is back up for debate.
Sherry Gray | 4 min read
Patent Office Sides With Kylie Minogue: Kylie Jenner's Attempt to Trademark Shared First Name Is Not Cool

Patent Office Sides With Kylie Minogue: Kylie Jenner's Attempt to Trademark Shared First Name Is Not Cool

The singer's representatives had dismissed Jenner as a 'secondary reality television star' in their bid to stop her from trademarking the name 'Kylie' in the U.S.
Laura Entis | 2 min read

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