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​The 3 Core Competencies Entrepreneurs Must Master to Succeed

"My idea is so great, I'm guaranteed success!" We see too many entrepreneurs falling in love with their products and… Read More

7 years ago

It’s New Year’s … So Get Out Your Pruning Shears

Pruning is an art form with a science behind it. Any good gardener knows that skillful and timely pruning increases… Read More

8 years ago

Lines of Credit Can Help Startups Retain Their Ownership

We are always surprised by the number of startups that don’t use, or even know about, lines of credit. The… Read More

8 years ago

Do You Need More Money – Or Improved Relationships?

A common lament we hear from startups is, “If I only had more money!” or, “I would have succeeded but… Read More

8 years ago

3 Types of Hype to Fight

When you start a business, it seems like the hype-type descend on you like the plague. You file for a license, a… Read More

9 years ago

The Customer Experience is Trumped by the 800 Number Experience

You’ve done everything right as a producer. You’ve given your customer compelling advertising, stellar reputation, and third-party endorsements to put… Read More

10 years ago

Send Your People a Valentine

This is a great time of year to show your people how much you care. It’s still the beginning of… Read More

10 years ago

A Wish for the New Year: Let’s Have More “B” Corporations

As we make our wishes, resolutions and plans, we would like to suggest that we see more “B” Corporations in… Read More

11 years ago

Franchise Vs. Mom-and-Pop Business: A Guide to Smart Investment

You've got the funding, and you're finally ready to launch your own business. The one lingering question that remains is… Read More

11 years ago