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News and Articles About Quirky
Inspiring Your Team
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Want That Promotion? Rein in Your Quirks, and Be a True Team Player.
Here are three ways to become a shining example of company culture -- a best-bet for a pay-raise.
Startup Mistakes
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The Basic Mistakes That Felled 3 Once-Glamorous Startups
There is much less to be learned from the failure of aspirational but underfunded startups than from those that seemed to have the stars aligned.
Run a Better Business
Ben Kaufman's Quirky Is Officially Out of Money
The co-founder and CEO says he needs to find funds fast. His team is 'working to figure things out.'
Obituaries
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Creator of the Iconic Pink Plastic Flamingo Dies
Don Featherstone was 79. His kitschy lawn ornament is still standing.
Pivots
Quirky Ditches Device Manufacturing, Preps for New Investment
Its home automation spinoff, Wink, may also see additional investment in a separate round, CEO Ben Kaufman says.
Run a Better Business
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How a 'Quirky' 28-Year-Old Plowed Through $150 Million and Almost Destroyed His Startup
Initially, Ben Kaufman's platform for inventors seemed like a success.
Toys; Games
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Mattel, Quirky Partner Up to Crowdsource New Toys for Barbie, Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price
Users can now submit ideas for toys, games, baby gear and preschool products that will carry the toy giant's iconic monikers.
Inventions
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Have a Quirky Idea? Submit It to This Quick-to-Market Website.
If you have a dream of a new product and fall into one of these three scenarios, Quirky might be a good platform for you.
Crowdsourcing
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Don't Let Crowd 'Wisdom' Do All Your Thinking
Entrepreneurs should invite public opinion when the timing is right -- without handing over the reins.
Competition
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'Competition Is the Greatest Thing That Can Happen in Business'
The president of consumer-product invention company Quirky says startups should embrace competition, not ignore it.
Internet of Things
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Nest Opens Its Software Platform to Developers in Bid to Conquer the Connected Home
Consumers will now be able to control their Whirlpool washers and dryers, Mercedes-Benz vehicles and Logitech remote controls through Nest's operating system.
Technology
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15 Fun Gadgets to Give to Anyone This Holiday Season
With throwback know-how as well as some of the newest technologies, these gadgets have something for everyone, from tinkerers to tipplers.
Entrepreneurs
4 Design Leaders on the Office Item They Can't Live Without
From a stapler to a slingshot, these four office items have been deemed essential.
Starting a Business
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3 Things You Need to Know About Launching a Product Business
Coming up with a great product idea doesn't necessarily mean you need to launch a business around it. Here are three things you need to know before taking that leap.
