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Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2605 days ago
Made Hot by: thelastword on September 27, 2017 11:06 pm

In my years of mentoring entrepreneurs, a problem I have seen too often is low self-esteem, and over-compensating through arrogance and ego. These entrepreneurs find it hard to respect customers or team members, and their ventures usually fail. As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confide Read More

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10 Business Skills That Require Remedial Training

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2606 days ago
Made Hot by: robinandy58 on September 26, 2017 4:36 pm

I’m sure that every one of us who has been out in the business world for a few years can look back with perfect hindsight and name a few college courses that we should have taken. What’s more disconcerting to me is that I can name a few that aren’t usually even offered, resulting in more than a few Read More

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8 Coaching Myths To Avoid In Building Your Team

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2608 days ago
Made Hot by: justretweet on September 25, 2017 11:33 am

Business productivity is all about having the right people, even though I’m bombarded daily with online tools and mobile apps that promise to solve every problem with automation and data. In reality, business success and satisfaction is about doing the right things at the right time, which requires Read More

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Building a Competitive Moat: Turning Challenges Into Advantages

Posted by jondyer under Startups
From https://medium.com 2609 days ago
Made Hot by: OpenSourceMedia on September 25, 2017 10:39 am

With any startup, there will certainly be setbacks. As cliche as it may sound, it's how you choose to face and eventually conquer those hurdles that will define your company and your product. In this article, Backblaze CEO Gleb Budman reflects on his company's history and how the turned challenges Read More

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6 Funding Sources For Good Causes, Without Angels

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2610 days ago
Made Hot by: NolanGreen on September 24, 2017 12:44 pm

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in nonprofit good causes. The simple reason is that it’s impossible to make money for investors when the goal of the company is to not make money. Yet as an active angel investor, I still get this question on a regular basis, so Read More

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10 Weird Franchises to Stand Out From The Crowd

Posted by stillwagon428 under Startups
From https://smallbiztrends.com 2610 days ago
Made Hot by: thelastword on September 24, 2017 11:55 am

Everyone knows the names of some of the bigger franchises like Burger King and McDonald’s. However, there are lots of other weird franchise ideas if you’re looking to stand out from the crowd. Here’s 10 examples. Read More

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Profitable Small Business Ideas You Can Actually Start On a Shoestring Budget

Posted by AdeyemiAdisa under Startups
From http://www.onaplatterofgold.com 2609 days ago
Made Hot by: Webdev1 on September 24, 2017 10:45 am

Starting a new business doesn't have to cost a fortune. So, are you looking for budget-friendly startups you can start? Here are some of the most profitable small business ideas you can start on a shoestring budget... Read More

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9 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I First Became a CEO

Posted by brianamorgaine under Startups
From https://www.liveplan.com 2609 days ago
Made Hot by: DigiTechBlog on September 24, 2017 10:34 am

You know starting a business is challenging, but the challenges of holding the role of CEO are unique. Here’s what you need to know. Read More

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How to Survive Your First Year in Business (Infographic)

Posted by previsomedia under Startups
From http://www.bizpenguin.com 2611 days ago
Made Hot by: fundpr on September 22, 2017 2:25 pm

What are the most important things an entrepreneur needs to know and act upon if their business is to survive the first year? Read More

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8 Attributes Of The Most Creative Startup Founders

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2612 days ago
Made Hot by: MasterMinuteman on September 21, 2017 6:56 pm

An entrepreneur is literally “one who creates a new business.” The best new businesses are ones that have never been done before, so mastering creativity and recognizing creativity are key skills and mindsets. But how does one recognize and nurture creativity in a person or team? Read More