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12 Positive Thoughts for those in trouble - http://www.myobpod.com

Posted by Empica under Startups
From http://www.myobpod.com 5732 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 12, 2008 1:38 pm

What happens if your business strategy has not gone as planned and you need to make some hard decisions about where to go from here? Guy Kingston, presenter of the Mind Your Own Business podcast, gives some positive guidance on the next course of action. Read More

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Why Small Business Owners Aren't Always Entrepreneurs

Posted by MattMcGee under Startups
From http://blogs.wsj.com 5731 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 10, 2008 7:18 pm

Many people often use the terms “entrepreneur” and “small-business owner” interchangeably. But some entrepreneurship experts — like Bo Fishback, vice president of entrepreneurship at the Kauffman Foundation — argue that a distinction should be made. Read More

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Cooperation versus competition

Posted by HeatherSmithAU under Startups
From http://www.flyingsolo.com.au 5733 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 9, 2008 7:56 pm

This story discusses the benefits of business cooperation. Your business competitor does not have to be your enemy. You can exchange clients, referrals, IP, and assistance during busy periods. Grow your business with your competitor. Even the CEO of COKE and Pepsi play golf together. Read More

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How to bootstrap a magazine - founder dishes the reality of running a major publication

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From http://clubenetwork.com 5738 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 5, 2008 4:45 am

Lance Morgan, founder of Texas-based Brilliant Magazine, talks about how he bootstrapped his magazine to success by pulling favors and finding creative ways to motivate talent. Read More

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10 Paths to a Successful Start Up

Posted by Empica under Startups
From http://www.myobpod.com 5739 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 3, 2008 5:17 pm

Guy Kingston, successful entrepreneur and podcast presenter, gives his top suggestions on business start ups. Read More

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100 Low Cost Business Ideas - BusinessInfoGuide.com

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From http://www.businessinfoguide.com 5756 days ago
Made Hot by: on August 19, 2008 1:28 am

Need help coming up with ideas to start a business? Here's our list of 100 low-cost business startup ideas. Enjoy! Read More

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Thinking About Starting a Business? Try a Sales Job

Posted by luckycharmer under Startups
From http://blogs.wsj.com 5759 days ago
Made Hot by: on August 14, 2008 8:12 pm

Some people may want to test the waters of entrepreneurship before jumping in. Here's one way: Being an independent-sales rep, even selling door-to-door, for companies that sell textbooks or Tupperware. Or cutlery. Read More

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5 Key Ingredients to Surviving in Online Business

Posted by SmallBizGirl under Startups
From http://www.smallbusinessnewz.com 5760 days ago
Made Hot by: on August 12, 2008 6:54 pm

Just because you finally have a website, does not mean that you will automatically get those online sales. You will do well to remember these five key points when starting an online business. Read More

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It takes 10 years to become a success

Posted by entrepreneur under Startups
From http://www.clubenetwork.com 5761 days ago
Made Hot by: on August 12, 2008 5:21 pm

In tonight's kick-ass post, Seth Godin says it takes 10 years to become a success, on or off the web... Come on Seth... really? I've got another 9+ years to go?! But what if we didn't have to think like this...? Most entrepreneurs are in a rush - a race against time, when really all they are racing against is themselves..... Read More

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Avoid These Common Pitfalls When Starting A Business

Posted by JohnH under Startups
From http://www.smbtrendwire.com 5763 days ago
Made Hot by: on August 11, 2008 12:51 am

Yours truly, Founder of BizSugar, is the featured guest in this Episode of The Small Business Trends Radio. I share a few lessons I've learned from over 17 years of helping small business owners and from starting my own business ventures, and I identify common mistakes that even experienced business owners make and offer tips to help put your bus Read More