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The Entrepreneurial Mindset

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It’s a Numbers Game

When we take the time to get into the numbers, we are able to see that being an entrepreneur is mathematically possible. With a little focus, determination and some...

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Book Reviews

The Dip, by Seth Godin – book review

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Business Strategy

Entrepreneurs Need Entrepreneurial Attorneys

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The essential to-do list for the aspiring entrepreneur

From my perch at Harvard Business School, I can tell you one thing about the future of American business: it will be built by entrepreneurs with great visions and...

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Is this Australia’s youngest entrepreneur?

At just 12 years old, Bella Tipping is happy to take on the title of Australia’s youngest entrepreneur. Her business, Kidzcationz – touted as TripAdvisor for kids – has...

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Oprah Winfrey Inspires Entrepreneurship

Oprah Winfrey has achieved an unprecedented level of success in business. Not only has her work as a media proprietor and talk show host propelled her to a net...

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Steve Jobs: How to live before you die

At his Stanford University commencement speech, Steve Jobs, CEO and co-founder of Apple and Pixar, urges us to pursue our dreams and see the opportunities in life’s setbacks —...

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Pamela Meyer: How to spot a liar

On any given day we’re lied to from 10 to 200 times, and the clues to detect those lie can be subtle and counter-intuitive. Pamela Meyer, author of Liespotting,...

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Dan Pink: The puzzle of motivation

Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don’t: Traditional rewards aren’t always as effective as we...

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The Anatomy of a Winning Business Pitch

Angie Allison of Bellies and Babies worked with marketing consultant Megy Karydes to come up with a snappy opener to pitch her wellness service to potential licensors or franchisees:...

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Create Value — Not Just Buzz — For Your Customers

As an active investor in agricultural technology, I hear pitches from startups that have found ways to make crops bigger, stronger and more resistant to pests, usually through some...

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10 Steps to Finding the Right Co-Founder

A common challenge faced by every entrepreneur is that they don’t have the bandwidth, interest or skills to do everything that is required to build their startup. Of course, they...

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Hire a Team You Can Trust With Your Business | Inc. Magazine

David Campbell, founder of Boxman Studios, explains how to find employees who will understand and expand your core mission. Click here to watch.

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6 traits successful entrepreneurs share

As a writer at The Idea Village in New Orleans, I’ve interviewed dozens of entrepreneurs, ranging from new founders of fledgling companies to seasoned leaders who have launched several...

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Amy Cuddy: Your body language shapes who you are

Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy shows how “power posing” — standing in a posture...

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Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability

Brené Brown studies human connection — our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her...

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If You Can’t Overcome These 5 Mental Hurdles, Then Don’t Start a Business

Would I encourage everyone to start a business? No. Starting a business hurts. It requires hard work. Everyone has skills and abilities, but not everyone should invest those skills...

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Entrepreneurs Can Pay It Forward Through Angel Investing

Small businesses play a vital role in fueling the economy, making critical contributions that help to keep our country alive. They’re crucial for job creation, responsible for two out...

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Arthur Benjamin: A performance of “Mathemagic”

In a lively show, mathemagician Arthur Benjamin races a team of calculators to figure out 3-digit squares, solves another massive mental equation and guesses a few birthdays. How does...

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