Cirque du Soleil and MGM Mirage: A Lesson in Strategic Partnership
Naturally, when you seek to grow, you plan new products or marketing campaigns. Why not consider other companies who could help? Read more
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Co-founders: Date Before You Wed
Think you're ready to commit? Not so fast. Consider these questions before making any big partnership decisions. Read more
Do You Even Need to Form a Partnership?
Before you get into the nitty-gritty of contracts and cost sharing, ask yourself if you actually need a partner. Read more
How Rick Smolan Launched His A Day in the Life Photo Books
If not for Australia's then Prime Minister, and an open approach to sponsors, photographer Rick Smolan may not have started the $100 million photo book series. Watch video
How to Choose the Right Vendors
Partnership advice from Nick Friedman, co-founder and president of College Hunks Moving, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council. Watch video
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Partnerships can either be valuable or disastrous. Do the work early on to avoid the latter. Read more
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Find the Right Investors, Vendors & Employees
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Partner or Not: How to Decide
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Is Your Partner the Problem? 4 Questions to Ask
Bad chemistry between partners can break an otherwise solid company. These questions can help you tell whether you've got the right co-pilot. Read more
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You don't have to agree on everything. If you do, you haven't found the right person. Read more
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