Building a Business
Will Blue Bottle Coffee Take On Starbucks, Or Become It?
The coffee company that positions itself as the anti-chain is poised for an ambitious expansion.
By Laura Entis
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What’s the Top Benefit of Co-Working Spaces?
There's one advantage at these shared offices you can't find in a typical work environment.
Business News
Twitter Testing ‘Nearby’ Service to Show Users Local Tweets
The new service shows the messages of other nearby users, whether you follow them or not.
Business Legal
How to Negotiate a Lease — A Beginner’s Guide for Retailers
Negotiating a lease can be as simple as buying a toothbrush or as complicated as buying a new car. These tips can help simplify the process.
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Startup Fills Unused Office Areas With Like-Minded Tenants
PivotDesk wants to play matchmaker for office space, helping fledgling companies find the right digs by connecting them with other businesses that are locked into long-term leases and have floor space to spare.
Building a Business
What Makes Silicon Valley Successful? Not What You Think
A white paper released by the entrepreneurship organization Kauffman Foundation today says it is the presence of existing companies, not a network of local universities generating talent, that most directly spurs startup activity.
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U.S. Remains Dominant Force in Global Entrepreneurship… For Now
A new report from Ernst & Young says that while the U.S. is home to one of the best entrepreneurial environments in the world, there is no 'margin for complacency.'
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The Best Cities for Entrepreneurs
We looked at the data and talked to the experts to find the best cities for small business. Here are five emerging entrepreneurial hubs.
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The Best States for Entrepreneurs
We checked out the data and talked to the experts to find the best states that best cater to small business. Here, our look at the places that are going the distance for 'treps.
Building a Business
Best Under the Radar Business Incubators
There are more than 1,250 incubators in the U.S. With help from the National Business Incubation Association, we picked four for their ability to stand out in states that aren't always regarded as small business friendly.
Building a Business
The World’s 20 Hottest Startup Scenes (Infographic)
The U.S. is home to six of the top 10 startup ecosystems in the world, but some surprising cities are upping their game with notable strides in funding, talent, trendsetting and more.
Building a Business
The 25 Best U.S. Cities for Tech Startups
These U.S. metro regions have the highest ratio of tech startups compared to the national average.
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10 Cities Where the American Dream Is Still Alive
Of the largest cities in America, these 10 give you the best chances of starring in your own rags-to-riches tale.
By Max Nisen
Building a Business
Why You Might (Still) Want to Consider Launching in Detroit
Entrepreneurs in the Motor City have to deal with lackluster public services, but they also get access to cheap facilities and an unsaturated market.
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Entrepreneur Finds a Niche in Tenant-Friendly Commercial Space Listings
San Francisco startup 42Floors makes the process of leasing an office for your growing company simple.
Entrepreneurs
How to Get Out of a Rut and 4 More Business Tips From the Week
How to revive your business, find the best employees and fight the effects of stress.
Human Resources
Where Startups Are Matters More Than What They Pay
The location of your startup's office might be a factor in attracting top talent.
By Grant Davis
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South Dakota Tops List of America’s Best States for Business
The Mount Rushmore State ranks as the top state for business in 2013, according to a CNBC analysis.
By Scott Cohn
Building a Business
After the Protests: What It Takes to Start Up in Turkey
Before protesters engulfed Turkey's Taksim Square, the country had become a rising star for businesses and entrepreneurs.
By Diana Ransom
Business Ideas
Choosing a Retail Location: 3 Priorities You Might Be Forgetting
Often the cost of rent is a top consideration when choosing a retail space. But focus on the dollars and you might be missing out on essential ways to grow your business.
By Brad Sugars
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6 Ways Your Startup’s Location Can Boost Your Bottom Line
Choosing an office space in a strategic locale can help grow your business. Here are six factors to keep in mind when considering where to base your business.
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Brooklyn Flea’s Innovative Take on an Old Idea
A flea market as restaurant incubator, hipster destination and, yes, great place to find a lamp.
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The 10 Best Cities for Entrepreneurs to Live After Graduation (Infographic)
With graduation day just around the corner, find out the best places for new grads to live.
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A Peek Inside Houston’s Startup Scene
A low cost of living, diverse population, and deep ties to energy and life sciences are just a few of the perks for new ventures blowing out of H-town.
By Sarah Max
Business News
5 Companies to Watch in the Silicon Prairie
Who says tech startups can't succeed outside Silicon Valley? Check out these new companies that are on the rise in Middle America.
Brick & Mortar
5 Things Entrepreneurs Should Know About Real Estate
Angel investor and real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran shares her tips for entrepreneurs looking to rent an office, retail space, or even a restaurant.
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3 Types of Rent-Free Workspaces for Entrepreneurs
Take advantage of these free workspaces offered by chambers of commerce, universities and the community-at-large.
By Alina Dizik