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Pivots

5 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Glean From Their Kids' K-12 Teachers
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5 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Glean From Their Kids' K-12 Teachers

Remember that teacher you loved in second grade who was so honest and constructive in her advice? Be that kind of entrepreneur.
Shelley Osborne | 7 min read
SimpliSafe Chased the Wrong Customer. This Pivot Saved The Business.

SimpliSafe Chased the Wrong Customer. This Pivot Saved The Business.

SimpliSafe is a security system built for renters. But it unexpectedly gained traction with homeowners.
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4 Difficult Steps on the Journey from 'Zero to One'

4 Difficult Steps on the Journey from 'Zero to One'

Sometimes, you have to kill your favorite idea.
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5 Effective Ways Entrepreneurs Can Pivot Better When Things Go Kaboom

5 Effective Ways Entrepreneurs Can Pivot Better When Things Go Kaboom

Don't let problems get you down. Go over, under, around or through. Just be sure that you prepare to pivot.
Jennifer Spencer | 7 min read
3 Questions You Need to Ask Before You Give Up on Your Business Idea

3 Questions You Need to Ask Before You Give Up on Your Business Idea

It's okay to pivot or even move on to other ideas, but here's how you can make sure you've exhausted all your options first.
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