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I went to a great tech event called VatorSplash. It’s an event where tech entrepreneurs claw their way to center stage in hopes of getting their demo seen and receiving the coveted Vator award. The real benefit is they get in front of some impressive VCs that might love their idea enough to fund it... More »4 Reasons You’ll Fail at Entrepreneurship
The idea of a “startup” may bring to mind anything from an incubator full of partying coders to a techie team tied to their laptops. Many investors think that entrepreneurs only do “this” because no one else will hire them, that they’re control freaks who have trouble answering to shareholders, or because the founder is... More »6 Reasons to Invest in Innovative Startups
If you are a serial entrepreneur, what’s one piece of advice you have for building a personal brand separate from your (many) companies? The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, the YEC recently launched #StartupLab, a... More »12 Personal Branding Tips for Serial Entrepreneurs
Question: What kinds of jobs are startups looking to fill that involve a lot of travel? Question by: Ashley Community Evangelist “A lot of startups need someone to represent them at conferences and other events. The best pick is often some sort of community evangelist (although the job title can vary dramatically). But no matter... More »Love to Travel? 7 Startup Jobs for You
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Question: What’s your best job-search tip for new college grads looking for a gig with a tech startup? Question by: Ashley Become a Regular at Tech Meetups “As with any industry, networking like hell is the name of the game. If you become a regular at tech meetups in your area, you’ll make the types... More »Want to Work for a Startup? 11 Tips From Founders
Business incubators and their close cousins, business accelerators have been around for decades. But in recent years they've undergone dramatic changes. More »Less Time, More Money, Mentoring at Accelerators, Incubators
Amanda Kaiser and her husband purchased a struggling New Orleans coffee shop in October 2011. After nearly a year in business, Hurricane Isaac hit in August 2012, causing significant property damage that has closed the doors at Avenue Cafe. More »Startup Diaries: Smart Investing Is Better Than Smart Saving When It Comes to Business
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The startup world has never been so crowded. Launching a tech startup is cheaper than ever, and jobs at traditional companies, especially for new graduates, are tough to find. Whether you recently founded a new startup, or if you’re just considering working for an existing one, it is important to understand both the huge challenges... More »3 Key Lessons for Tech Founders
When you start your business it will be second nature to tap into your existing network and list of contacts. You will contact them with the hopes that they hire your new entity. Trust me — just because you know people who need your services, it does not mean that they will hire you. You... More »You Must Earn Opportunity
Business-owner-to-be P. Query is in the process of starting Angels' Rest, a small private-care residence for the elderly who seek an alternative to a nursing home. More »Startup Diaries: Government Intervention
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