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5 Tips from Staples' Founder

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5 Tips from Staples' Founder

Stemberg decided to invest in the clothing line, Lululemon, after he saw eager shoppers at one of their stores creating an "absolute mob scene" one Tuesday afternoon. He advises businesses to ask themselves if people really need the product or service they're selling. "Unless there is real market demand, you will fail," he says.

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