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Why the Customer Is (Sometimes) Wrong

Customer's always right? Not always. Here's the few reasons to be wary of customer feedback.  Read more

Cloud Storage: 4 Legal Issues You Need to Know

Here's how you can protect your company against data loss, international subpoenas, and cyber crime.  Read more

Small Businesses Use LinkedIn More Than Facebook

A new survey shows that more small business owners use LinkedIn more than any other social media platform.  Read more

Real Estate: the Next Crowdfunding Boom?

Looks like the JOBS Act will make it much easier for crowdfunding platforms to host real estate projects.  Read more

Facebook Fuels Online Advertising Start-ups

Facebook beat fourth-quarter earnings expectations today. Online ad start-ups had already predicted positive news, thanks to the new FBX advertising exchange.  Read more

Meet Your Match: NYC Wants Health Start-Ups to Work With Big Biz

A new New York City health tech initiative wants to match innovative health start-ups with big healthcare providers to disrupt the status quo.  Read more

Private Tech Company Acquisitions Are Up: Report

The number of private technology company acquisitions increased 20.1 percent in 2012.  Read more

Why Immigration Reform Is Good for Small Business

An overhaul of U.S. immigration laws will benefit all entrepreneurs--not just foreign-born American-trained engineers looking to start companies.  View slideshow

Obama on Immigration: Let's Move Into the 21st Century

President Obama spoke about the value of foreign-born entrepreneurs and outlined a plan to move immigration reform forward.  Read more

Apple vs. Samsung: Why 'Cool' Isn't Enough to Win

This battle won't be won by the hippest brand. As Samsung shows, hustle and hard work matter more against an entrenched competitor.  Read more

In Detroit, Start-Ups Fill Void Left by Automakers

Detroit's start-up boom continues, as new businesses reclaim empty auto factories.  Read more

Entrepreneur Kicks of New York City Mayoral Campaign

Entrepreneur-turned-billionaire John Catsimatidis announced his candidacy in a press conference today.  Read more

Immigration Reform: It's About Time

President Obama reveals his plan for immigration reform today. But many prominent founders and VCs have been talking about this issue for a while.  Read more

Consider Going Global From the Start

One entrepreneur makes the case that international markets are too big an opportunity to pass up.  Read more

Report: More People Tracking Health via Technology

A new Pew study shows that 21 percent of those who track their health due so through some sort of technological device.  Read more

Beware Employees Who Boast About Multitasking

Those who claim to be best at multitasking are actually the worst at it, a new study says.  Read more

3 Mistakes That Can Thwart a Great Idea

Getting to take-off isn't easy as a first-time entrepreneur. Don't let these three common hurdles get in the way.  Read more

3 Keys to Growth From Marissa Mayer

From the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, the Yahoo CEO talks about the importance of design, culture, and innovation.  Read more

Washington D.C. Gets New (Possible) Tech Hub

Once viewed as unfriendly to start-ups, the nation's capital looks to renew its reputation as a home for founders.  Read more

Why You Should (Probably) Hire Specialists

Think you want a well-rounded résumé? New research suggests the more valuable hire might be someone who can do one thing--but do it really well.  Read more

Former Facebookers: Where Are They Now?

Facebook's first intern got a hefty investment in his own start-up this week. Here's what some others are up to these days.  Read more

Small Business Optimism Rises

Small business owners sense the recovery is here to stay, but they're still cautious on hiring and worried about health care costs.  Read more

4 Ways Women in Combat Will Change Business

It's not just about military front lines. Today's female infantry soldier will be tomorrow's entrepreneur and business leader.  Read more

Depression: A Bigger Concern for Entrepreneurs?

Launching a start-up takes an enormous amount of dedication and positive energy, but there is a dark side.  Read more

Risk-Takers: This Is Your Year

From the 2013 World Economic Forum: top Chairmen and CEOs give their thoughts on how to change your game in an economy full of uncertainty.  Read more