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Khary Cuffe is co-founder and CFO of Heritage Link Brands. In addition, he has served as a marketer for the Procter & Gamble Company where he was responsible for a global multi-functional team in the creation and development of product and commercial initiatives on Pampers, P&G’s largest brand, and Old Spice. Cuffe is a graduate of Wesleyan University and holds masters degrees from Harvard's Graduate School of Business and John F. Kennedy School of Government. @KCuffe


Productivity Tip: Crank That Music!

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Boosting Business in Recession-Ravaged Communities

While other entrepreneurs overlook struggling communities, The Legacy Movement is fostering entrepreneurship in them--and can help you uncover hidden busines...  Read story

3 Ways You Aren't Trustworthy

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How to Learn, and Profit From, Every Bit of Criticism

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Is the Blame Game Bringing You Down?

Proving someone else wrong isn't the most effective way to get things right. When you "win" the blame game, you actually lose. Here's how to stop blaming, an...  Read story

Size Does Matter (in Partnerships)

We're typically taught not to talk about size in polite company, but savvy entrepreneurs need to understand the pros and cons of working with small vs. large...  Read story

Every Day We Hustlin'

People have some interesting associations with the verb "to hustle." But reconsidering what it means could help you recession-proof your career and improve o...  Read story

Are You Overlooking Valuable Potential Employees?

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Is Your Creativity a Blessing or a Curse?

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The Secret to Attaining Work-Life Balance

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How to Stay Married When Starting a Company

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Our Perfect Merger (and Acquisition)

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