Hot Industry? Warren Buffett Is Betting on... Newspapers
In the last 15 months, the investor has acquired 28 daily newspapers. Here's why--and what you might learn from the strategy. Read more
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Dump the Ego and Be Positive: How to Get More Twitter Followers
A new study shows that being more positive--and less self-involved--could translate to more Twitter followers Read more
7 Ridiculous Tax Deductions
The Minnesota Society of CPAs surveyed its members and provided a list of ridiculous tax deductions. Don't try them. Read more
'I Was Fired Today': Andrew Mason Out at Groupon
After disappointing fourth quarter earnings--and a very rocky post-IPO road--Groupon's board ousted founder and CEO Andrew Mason. Read more
Forget Gen Y: Baby Boomers Are the Real Entrepreneurial Risk Takers
A new study shows that Baby Boomers take more risks and have more entrepreneurial spirit than Millennials. Read more
Small Business to Uncle Sam: Here's the Help We Need
The so-called "skills gap" has turned hiring into an increasingly tough challenge. But according to a PayScale survey, businesses aren't interested in one of... Read more
Economic Uncertainty Continues to Hinder Small Business
The SurePayroll survey finds optimism among this normally-optimistic group continues to stall. Read more
Who Is the Typical Entrepreneur? Not the Mark Zuckerbergs of the World
A new survey provides a detailed picture of what kinds of people are starting companies. Read more
Tiny Star Shines Spotlight on Purse Company
Thanks to a 9-year-old Oscar nominee, puppy-shaped purses are all the rage--and the company that makes them is scrambling to keep up. Read more
3 Leadership Lessons From the Pope's Exit
Pope Benedict XVI will abdicate his post late tomorrow night. Scandals aside, what can you learn from the way the church is handling his departure? Read more
9 Great Things About the Looming Sequester
What's all the fuss about? Many business owners I know are cheering about federal spending cuts that are scheduled to go into effect Friday. Read more
Start-up Visa Could Create 1.6 Million Jobs in 10 Years: Report
A new Kauffman report outlines the potential of job creation under a Start-up Visa. Read more
Want Happier Employees? Feed Them
Sometimes making your employees happy can be as simple as arranging for bagels in the morning or sandwiches at lunch. Read more
New Anti-Piracy Rules: What You Need to Know
The so-called "six strikes" anti-piracy rules aim to punish Web users for copyright violations. But Internet activists are up in arms--should you be worried ... Read more
One Kings Lane CEO: We're on the Same Trajectory as Amazon and Zappos
Doug Mack explains how his site thrived as flash sales dwindled, and why selling home decor online is unlike anything else. Read more
Why Banks Still Aren't Lending to You
New data says commercial lending is booming, and interest rates are at record lows. So why aren't small businesses getting loans? Read more
The 5 Hardest Jobs to Fill in 2013
Fast-growing start-ups are waging a war for top talent. But among even the most difficult positions to slot, a few emerge as the most challenging of all. Read more
3 Ways Online Video Viewing Habits Have Changed
A report by Ooyala reveals how people are consuming online video. Read more
How to Hit the Humor Sweet Spot With Your Next Ad
Humor is tricky: Just look at the criticism of Oscar host Seth MacFarlane or Geico's latest ad. Here's how to make 'em laugh without the controversy. Read more
What Sheryl Sandberg's New Book Means for Women Entrepreneurs
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg wants to start a revolution for women in the workplace. Inc. editor-at-large Leigh Buchanan explores the implications for women ... Read more
Here's What the Future of Employment Looks Like
In a conversation with Peter Diamandis, Philip Rosedale broke down the ways technology will disrupt traditional top-down corporate culture. Read more
Get Real: Working From Home Does Not Destroy Productivity
Yahoo's new policy requiring everyone to be in the office is an example of bad and backwards management thinking. Read more
Meet the Man Funding the Cannabis Industry
Brendan Kennedy's private equity firm has a mission: cultivate start-ups with legitimate growth potential in the cannabis space. Impossible? Maybe not. Read more
Turn Your Extra Space Into Cash... and Community
Running a co-working space on the side allows some business owners to earn extra income, nurture their creativity and enjoy a supportive community. Read more
4 Ways to Sink a Press Conference
Sony's underwhelming PS4 announcement suggests there is a right way and a wrong way to do a big product reveal. Here's what not to do. Read more
College Degree Required. But Why?
A bachelor's degree is now required for jobs that used to be held by high school grads. Could this actually hurt your business? Read more
Holy $#%&: Cursing at Work Might Be Okay
CEO David Farr was taken to task last week for his use of four-letter words. What does your choice to profane or not profane say to your audience? Read more
Is the 'Hire Slow, Fire Fast' Theory Total Crap?
The catchphrase 'hire slow, fire fast' is popular in the start-up community, but is it actually good advice? Depends on what you mean by hire slow. Read more
CEO Experiments With Twitter's Promoted Accounts: Was It Worth It?
The pros and cons of paying for a promoted spot on Twitter. Read more
What Social Media Can't Do: Quirky CEO Ben Kaufman
During Social Media Week, Quirky CEO Ben Kaufman said when it comes to product innovation, there are limits to what social media can do. Read more
Zuckerberg and Silicon Valley Billionaires Award $33 Million to Scientists
Well, this is one way to make scientists cool again. It's called the Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences. Read more
Top 10 Most Generous Tech Acquirers of 2012
Where might you get the biggest payday, if you decide to sell your tech firm? Look no further. Read more
4 Quick Tips to Be Funny on Twitter
A few Twitter pros remind us that to be funny, you have to take a risk. Read more
It's Time to Raise Cash: Craft Your Campaign
For crowdfunding entrepreneurs, here's how you should approach your campaign. Read more
Here's the Tumblr Founder's Favorite Tumblr (and Why It Matters)
As part of Social Media Week, David Karp chats about his personal favorite Tumblr. You might want to take notes. Read more
