Building a Business
Utah, the Next Silicon Valley?
Every time I return to Utah, I see the incredible growth in startups, investors and tech talent.
By John Rampton
Silicon Valley | Page 3
Building a Business
3 Myths About Starting a Company in the Midwest
Several CEOs weighed in on the misconceptions they have faced in starting and running a business in Middle America.
Business News
Working Yourself to Death Isn’t Worth It, and Silicon Valley Is Starting to Realize That
Silicon Valley has an overworking problem. And in many cases, it sees that problem as an asset, not a liability.
By Steve Kovach
Business Funding
The Surprising Place Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs and Execs Network
Twice a week, a group of men get up early to sweat and talk business.
By Rose Leadem
Building a Business
An M&A Wave Is Coming: 4 Ways to Determine Whether You Should Sell
This is a great time to sell but merger mania usually ends in a reversal of the tide painful for tech businesses that aren't profitable or growing.
Buying a Franchise
Silicon Valley’s’ Kumail Nanjiani on Never Playing It Safe
In its fourth season on HBO, the actor from the hit series 'Silicon Valley' talks about being okay with failure, his hatred for the phrase 'grilled to perfection' and four business ideas for founders.
By Dan Bova
Human Resources
Are Silicon Valley Nerds the New Hollywood Superstars?
Check out some of the tech world's better halves, from Hollywood A-list actresses to Victoria Secret models.
Business Accounting
Hey Juicero, Erlich Bachman Just Called and Wants to Invest
After raising $120 million, the $400 internet-connected juicer is as farcical as an entire season of 'Silicon Valley.'
By Gene Marks
Building a Business
How Tech Entrepreneurs Can Excel Outside Silicon Valley
During Dallas Startup Week, we asked local entrepreneurs how they make the most of their local community and what advice they have for others.
Building a Business
Productive Partnerships: How a ‘David’ Can Partner With ‘Goliath’
There's no amount of online research or guessing that can compare to good old-fashioned paying attention and putting someone else's interests first.
Thought Leaders
Theranos: The House of Cards That Elizabeth Holmes Built
Thirteen years, a thousand employees, $700 million of venture capital, 40 wellness centers. Six million blood tests. Zero revenue. This is how it happened.
By Steve Tobak
Business News
Uber Under Fire Once Again Following Sexism and Harassment Claims
CEO Travis Kalanick has ordered an investigation in response to a blog post by a former employee.
By Nina Zipkin
Building a Business
Silicon Valley Gets Mocked With Parody of Cards Against Humanity
Puncturing the Silicon Valley persona one outrageous card at a time.
By Nina Zipkin
Business News
Here’s How to Fix the H-1B Visa Program to Drive Startup Growth
The current system is a boon for foreign job placement firms but does little to help promising startups looking for talent that's in short supply.
By Harj Taggar
Business News
4 Old-School Characteristics That Make Modern Entrepreneurs Thrive
Tomorrow's biggest successes will be those who learn from those who came before. That means patience in putting business first and selecting a partner who's in it for the right reasons.
Business Funding
How to Network in the Nation’s Tech Capitol
Networking -- wherever you are, but especially in Silicon Valley -- is about quality over quantity of connections. These five tips will help you do it right.
Building a Business
Local Startup Communities Are Helping Build the National Tech Landscape
Some of the most exciting innovations in transportation and virtual reality are happening in tech communities far from Silicon Valley.
Business Funding
My Entrepreneurial Dream Came True and Yours Can Too
An inspirational story to inspire you to take action and make your own entrepreneurial dream come true.
By Tim Denning
Business News
Trump Won’t Destroy Silicon Valley
Technology and its impact on the global economy is much bigger than any president.
By Tim Bajarin
Building a Business
Here’s How Investors Can Help Put the ‘United’ Back Into ‘United States’
VC funding is abundant in Silicon Valley and a few tech hotspots, while throughout the nation entrepreneurial energy withers for lack of capital.
By Leslie Jump
Business News
Donald Trump Won the Election and Now America Needs to Navigate the Transition
In tumultuous times the most important consideration is what values absolutely must remain the same, such as the sanctity of our democracy.
By Steve Tobak
Building a Business
5 Lessons From 7 Months in Startup Hell
Not every startup is founded on self-serving generalizations and unsubstantiated hype but lots are.
By Steve Tobak
Thought Leaders
Succeeding Outside of Silicon Valley: How the Rest Will Rise
According to Steve Case, cities and communities need to focus on the three I's.
By Ross Baird
Business News
6 Regions Where Tech Jobs Boom the Housing Is Scary Expensive
Tech companies bidding for coveted talent are indirectly driving housing costs higher than most people can easily afford.
Building a Business
Steve Case: Confidence Is Silicon Valley’s Most Powerful Advantage
Faith in your abilities is the real fuel for any business.
By Linda Lacina
Building a Business
7 Creative, Marvelous and Downright Weird Ways People Paid Tribute to Steve Jobs
From 'Cheese Jobs' to 'Hello Stevie,' Apple fanboys and girls have immortalized Cupertino, Calif.'s 'Billion Dollar Hippie' in some curious and quirky ways.
Tech
This Startup Employs Robots That Bake Pizza En Route for Delivery
Its co-founder may have this skeptical New Yorker convinced.