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Preparing to Launch Your Start-up
Preparing to launch your start-up means more than simply making sure you have a viable product and potential customers. Here are five tips on how to prepare yourself to be a founder. Read more
Writing a Business Plan
A Former NFL Player Tackles a New Restaurant Concept
Former Patriot Matt Chatham opens Skycrepers, a fast-serve crepe shop. Read more
The New Rules of Getting Press
Think Facebook and Twitter are all you need to get the word out about your new business? Here are eight more ways to get some media attention. Read more
Writing an Operational Plan for Your Business
In 2010, Sean Bandawat acquired Jacob Bromwell, a specialty housewares company that's been in existence since 1819. Here, he shares his operational plan, focusing on his strategy to turn the company into a profitable business. Read more
Writing a Business Plan Outline
A guide highlighting the key elements that should be in your business plan and why Read more
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The 9 Most Common Start-up Mistakes
Mistakes are a great way to learn. But why not skip the pain and suffering yourself--at least on these 9 mistakes. Read more
Start-up Step 1: A Culture Plan
The formula for a great company is not a business model, or financial projection. Read more
Know Thy Enemy, Befriend Rivals
Scrutinize your competitors, and become friends with them, too. You just might partner to pitch a client, buy one out (or vice versa), or grow the industry t... Read more
A Powerful (Mission) Statement
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The Consumer Electronics Show is great for getting buzz, but it's no guarantee for success for start-ups. Here's what it takes to survive after Las Vegas. Read more
3 Ways to Outwit Your Competition
Is it time to wage battle, leverage your business model, or just poke fun of your rival? Here's how to tell. Read more
Let Your Employees Pick Their Titles
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