How Social Media Shapes the Conversation Around Israel & Hamas
The Israel Defense Forces sophisticated approach to social media positions Israel as a defensive actor in the conflict in Gaza--and shows the power of the me... Read more
Strategy and Planning
Recent Strategy and Planning Articles
Why Price Isn't the Biggest Factor on Big Deals
Most deals aren't won on price alone. Align your value proposition with your buyer's strategic needs and the deal will get bigger and possibly better. Read more
Greeting Card Etiquette: 4 Tips
Don't miss the opportunity to get noticed and make an impression with your seasons' greetings this year. Read more
Distill Your Message to as Few Words as Possible
Your customers are constantly being bombarded with new information. Simplicity has never been more powerful. Read more
One Way the Government Stinks at Start-Up Formation
Significantly fewer start-ups are launched by immigrants today than in 2005. Author and entrepreneur Vivek Wadhwa explains how it happened. Read more
Entrepreneurs to America: Send Us More Geeks
Schools, parents, and pop culture are contributing to a critical shortage of engineers. Here's how to fix it fast. Read more
Retail Forecast: Lots of Good Cheer
Infographic: This season, shoppers will be out in full force. Here's a look at just how much they're planning to spend. Read more
Why Company Culture Especially Matters During the Holidays
I don't throw an opulent holiday party, but I go out of my way to let my employees know how much I appreciate their work. Read more
3 Surprising Secrets to Thriving Now
Stop blaming the economy for your troubles, says 'Turnaround King' Grant Cardone. Here's what you should do instead. Read more
Are Small-Business Owners Jealous of Tech Start-ups?
Cities are scrambling to create technology hubs to lure talent. But when government programs put financial resources into job creation, certain small-busines... Read more
How Entrepreneurs Would Resolve the Fiscal Cliff
The president asked corporate CEOs to weigh in. But what would small business owners say? We asked, and you answered. Read more
My Wildly Outlandish Holiday Strategy
Wild Creations's founder shares his company's plan to maximize the holiday season. Read more
Suster Blasts 'Entrepreneurshit,' But Still Misses the Game
Former entrepreneur Mark Suster drops a much-deserved bomb on those who glamorize start-ups. But even he wouldn't mind another go. Read more
Big Business Wolves Pose in Small Biz Clothes
As federal agencies count every penny, big firms scoop up contracts meant for entrepreneurs. Read more
Legal Marijuana Industry Is Slow to Catch Fire
Recreational marijuana is now legal in Colorado and Washington. But while pot proponents celebrated the victories, entrepreneurs say the so-called Green Rush... Read more
How CEOs Can Close the Skills Gap
Entrepreneurs may be missing out on the best hires by not doing this recruiting tip. Read more
Who Are the Vendors in My Neighborhood?
BALLE founders Judy Wicks and Laury Hamel are forging a new economy based on local commerce. Read more
Honoring the Champions of Do-Good-ism
Business icons, including Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, turned out this week to celebrate the Social Venture Network's inaugural Hall of Fame. Read more
Secret to Video That Drives Traffic (& Business) 
Don't just produce a video about your company executives, says Alison Provost, founder of video company TouchStorm. Do something else entirely. Watch video
3 Ways Smart Business People Will Profit Under Obama
Business advice for the next four years from a small business owner who voted for Romney. Read more
How Education Entrepreneur Chris Whittle Disproved Skeptics
The same guy who created Channel One and Philadelphia's Edison Schools has a new obsession: a global private school he calls Avenues. Watch video
How to Close Deals Faster and Smoother
Follow Warren Buffett's example and your deals will get done quicker and with fewer headaches. Read more
Journey From Start-up to IPO
Software-maker ExactTarget went public earlier this year and now boasts a market cap of over $1.3 billion. Founder Scott Dorsey explains the journey. Read more
Division of Labor: What to Do When Owners & Employees Disagree
If employees and managers have different perspectives, who's right, and how do you know? Read more
3 Ways to Overcome Buyer's Fears
The new normal for buyers is an attitude of fear and uncertainty. Here are three tips on how to get buyers interested in what you have to offer. Read more
It's the Time for Personal Strategic Planning
You don't just need to review your company's trajectory and priorities; close the year with a review of your personal strategy as well. Read more
After Obama Win, Owner Sacks Workers
Murray Energy, the country's largest private coal company, laid off workers today--and linked the dismisals to Obama's regulatory policies. Read more
What Strategic Advisers Can Do For You
Advisers have a stake in your business's success and take on the responsibility of corporate governance. Read more
Tell Stories & You'll Boost Sales (Because of How Human Brains Are Wired)
Storytelling appeals to how the brain processes information. Here's five ways to make that work for your business. Read more
How to Build a Company You Can Sell: 4 Rules
A seasoned entrepreneur offers his best tips to get to an exit. A good first step: Give up the idea that you're building the next Facebook. Read more
Post-Election Calm? Nope. What You Need to Know About the Fiscal Cliff
Officials in Washington wasted no time in setting themselves heading straight toward the precipice. What does the "fiscal cliff" mean for your business? Read more
Why 57 Million People Voted for Mitt Romney
Yes, he lost. But Mitt Romney's campaign was a tribute to a quality every entrepreneur implicitly understands. The President should keep that in mind. Read more
4 Things Obama Should Do Before Dinner
Obama's first priority should be helping entrepreneurs create jobs. Here's how he can get that done, fast. Read more
Obamacare is Here to Stay. Now What?
Now that repeal is off the table, you need to get with the program, like it or not. Here are three things you have to do. Read more
Why He Won: A Lesson in What People Really Want in a Leader
In 2008 the President was elected on charisma and hope. Yesterday he won on something less flashy but more enduring. Read more