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How to Validate Your Start-up Idea

Will that brilliant business idea really take off? Here are five ways to test it-- before you invest too much time and money.  Read more

Forget the Phone, Facebook. Just Charge Users

Zuckerberg reveals the much-rumored Facebook phone. The problem? It's likely banking on the same old revenue strategy--ads.  Read more

'Getting Sued Was a Lucky Break'

When a giant like UPS sues you to stay away from its customers, what do you do? These founders learned--fast--how to pitch new customers.  Read more

This Start-up Wants to Get in Your Car

The team at Automatic promises its gadget can do everything from save you money on gas to dial 911 if you're in an accident.  Read more

If You Build It, Will They Come?

Here are three simple steps to see if there is a market for your new product or service.  Read more

The Next 3 Biggest Things in Tech

The president of VC firm Intel Capital reveals the three biggest areas for growth and innovation in the technology industry.  Read more

Why Going 'Green' Won't Be Optional in the Future

The Honest Company co-founder Christopher Gavigan explains why cleaner, greener products won't be a competitive edge--they'll be the cost of entry soon.  Read more

Veronica Mars, or How Big Business Discovered Kickstarter

The crowdfunding platform initially aimed to help independent makers and entrepreneurs. What happens when brands with deeper pockets invade?  Read more

What a 14-Year-Old Can Teach You About Management

Six business lessons an entrepreneur gleaned from her daughter's first job.  Read more

Eric Ries: Whatever You Do, Make the Customer King

The Lean Startup author weighs in on the best ways to build momentum for a new company--and improve your product in the process.  Read more

8 Takeaways From Entrepreneurs at SXSW

A group of entrepreneurs share their insights from SXSW.  Read more

The Makings of a Great Start-up Name: 6 Tips

A killer company name isn't just about finding something that sounds right. Here are six things to keep in mind.  Read more

The Data Revolution? It's Coming to Farms Too

Meet the Y Combinator alum who's aiming to bring what he learned in Silicon Valley to farms across the country.  Read more

Innovation, Ninja-Style

Consumer Electronics Association head Gary Shapiro says small tech companies, when they're at their best, act like ninjas.  Read more

Does Facebook Work for B2B Marketing?

Some firms have had success, while others say the social network does little for them. Inc.com talks to Facebook's small business director to learn more.  Read more