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Second Acts

An Ex-NBA Player Offers 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs Preparing for Their Second Act
Second Acts

An Ex-NBA Player Offers 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs Preparing for Their Second Act

'Ball don't lie.' This former Cleveland Cavalier is going to tell you how a well-known basketball term applies to your life.
Dahntay Jones | 5 min read
Taking On An Existing Business? Take This Advice To Heart.

Taking On An Existing Business? Take This Advice To Heart.

Don't prove too much, too soon.
Andrew Parks | 4 min read
These Entrepreneurs Succeeded -- But Only After Failing Once Before

These Entrepreneurs Succeeded -- But Only After Failing Once Before

For a second act success, credit lessons learned at early go-arounds.
Michelle Goodman | 11 min read
How These Franchises are Getting a Second Chance

How These Franchises are Getting a Second Chance

Customers loved these franchises once before. New owners are betting they will again.
Jason Daley | 9 min read
Redbox Close to Launching Its Second Attempt at a Streaming Service

Redbox Close to Launching Its Second Attempt at a Streaming Service

Redbox Digital will offer streams for purchase or rent, as opposed to Netflix's unlimited model.
David Murphy | 3 min read

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