The new hot topic for entrepreneurs the last couple of years is crowd funding, which is anticipated to at least supplement, if not replace, the slow and mysterious process of current Angel and venture capital investors. The problem is that crowd funding means something different to everyone, and ev Read More
When an entrepreneur is involved in negotiations the stakes can be high. This, of course, pales in comparison to the sometimes profound stakes involved in a global diplomatic crisis. Here is a list of 5 aspects of Global Leadership from which entrepreneurs can learn. Read More
How do you know when to pursue a business idea versus when not to? This is a common question. Yet, the process that answers it and the assumptions behind it are one of the least understood aspects of successful business start-up and operation, and it’s the real reason why most business ideas fail. Read More
Even though the world is getting smaller, due to easy global connectivity, people still feel alone if not well-connected locally. There is also more going on in every location, so this personal need and super sensitivity to the local community has spawned a new breed of Internet startups, called “h Read More
Now we’re going to get even more in depth and figure out the specific niche within that broader topic you should go into. In today’s crowded Internet market having a very narrow niche is the only way to go – especially for new entrepreneurs. Read More
What does it mean to call a business a "local business"? Independent ownership and an increased impact on the local community! Read More
Businesses always seem to take longer to succeed than an entrepreneur expects. Seth Godin once said that overnight success in startups takes about six years, and Seth is an optimist. Thus we all look for shortcuts. Execution shortcuts would be hidden strategies to achieve the endgame sooner, withou Read More
Every startup needs an audience and more money. There are no shortage of technology shows, business plan competitions, accelerators, and Meetups available to build awareness, media attention and possibly catch the eye of an investor. Check out entrepreneur Lori Cheek's trip to the NY Tech Show! Read More
People tell me there are over 5,000 dating sites with scientific matchmaking algorithms, but I couldn’t find one that focused on scientifically matching companies or people for business-to-business (B2B) relationships. Yet, every business expert tells me that finding good business partners is just Read More
Which comes first? The business plan or the life plan? If you don't know what you want out of life, how do you know if the business you're starting is right for you? Read More
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