In this world of constant change, new technologies, and a thousand cultures, it’s evident and somehow comforting to me that the basic rules for business prosperity really haven’t changed in the last hundred years. Business success is still more about the people than the technology or idea involved. Read More
Good advice can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs. As any founder or CEO can tell you, it’s critical for anyone growing a business to have help from trusted advisors. If advice is given well (and taken) it may be easier to navigate that path to success. But in this day and age, good advice can al Read More
Business partnerships have traditionally been agreements to drive more transactions than either company could do alone. The new paradigm, driven by disruptive technologies, cloud-served supercomputing, and the new generation of young adults with global empathy, is partnering and giving something no Read More
Being a consultant is a role that works with big companies, but I have found that it doesn’t get much traction in small businesses and startups. The image of a self-proclaimed expert who can generate a report, make a great presentation, and leave you to do the implementation, is just not attractive Read More

Spotlight: Franchise Takes a Unique Approach to Dog Training

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From https://smallbiztrends.com 2456 days ago
Made Hot by: NolanGreen on February 26, 2018 9:08 am
The pet industry is booming. But it’s not all about boutique grooming products or homemade treats. Service businesses like Zoom Room are also appealing to pet owners. The company takes a unique approach to dog training, focusing on training with dog owners and also giving the animals a place to exe Read More

6 Dream Team Members Will Energize Any Tech Startup

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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2459 days ago
Made Hot by: PMVirtual on February 24, 2018 9:20 pm
In my years of advising startups and occasional investing, I’ve seen many great ideas start and fail, but the right team always seems to make good things happen, even without the ultimate idea. That’s why investors say they invest in people (bet on the jockey, not the horse), rather than the idea. Read More
These lessons help Marie Rosecrans in her job as senior vice president of marketing for small and medium businesses at Salesforce. Here are five things her immigrant parents taught her about being successful in business. Read More

7 Keys To Leading Your Team And Business To Success

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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2456 days ago
Made Hot by: Digitaladvert on February 23, 2018 8:14 pm
One of the realities of being an entrepreneur is that you have to keep learning and changing to survive. Everyone on the startup team knows there is no buffer, and no personal isolation from impact based on your job description that can save you. Thus everyone has to make sure they are focusing on Read More
Here are 4 of the most common challenges you’ll encounter running your own business and proven tactics to help you overcome those challenges.

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8 Smart Tips To Soliciting Friends And Family Funding

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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2458 days ago
Made Hot by: NolanGreen on February 22, 2018 3:46 am
It’s great to start with a big dream as you contemplate a new business, but finding the money you need takes more than dreaming. As an advisor to young entrepreneurs, I find that many are a bit naïve about how the investment process really works. For example, I just read an otherwise impressive bus Read More
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