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New regional bank aims to grow Appalachian economy

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:47:19 -0400

Mike Hurley had a great opportunity: He could multiply sales and staff by converting his metal-stamping business from one that made brackets for the automotive industry into a top-tier supplier of satellite dishes to DirecTV.

3 Universal Leadership Lessons From Fatherhood

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:02:00 -0400

As I celebrate my younger daughter's graduation from kindergarten, I can't help but recognize how she's made me a better boss.

Create a Killer Instagram Campaign

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:30:00 -0400

NewYork.com was looking for a way to create pre-launch buzz. Here's how the site enlisted Instagram photographers to do just that.

How Your Youth Can Be Your Biggest Business Asset of All

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:00:33 -0400

One of the hardest parts of being a young entrepreneur is getting people to take you seriously. Kiip founder Brian Wong shares 3 tips for turning your youth into a business advantage.

PayPal Tries to Woo Low-Tech Merchants

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:43:00 -0400

In a move no doubt aimed at luring Square's customers, a new PayPal promotion waives thousands of dollars in transaction fees for businesses.

9 Tips For Boosting Productivity At Work This Summer

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:31:00 -0400

Summer is upon us and there’s a good chance that all the excitement and distractions of the season will curb your productivity—but there are a few things you can do to avoid this. Here are tips from career experts on how to boost your productivity at work in the summer.

3 Keys to Entrepreneurial Success

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:53:41 -0400

Three things determine a company's adherence: Focus, competence, and passion. Multiply them together, and you've got a measure of a company's stick-to-it-tive-ness.

YEC Member Spotlight: Josh Weiss, President, Bluegala

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:00:55 -0400

Josh Weiss, president of Bluegala, knows everything there is to know about online retail. Check out his best business and financial advice for other young entrepreneurs.

How to Unlock Your Employees' Hidden Potential

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:25:00 -0400

Employees who show up and just do their jobs could likely be doing a whole lot more. Here's how to get more out of them.

Get Your Gumption Back: Lessons From a Paralympic Medalist

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:15:47 -0400

Bonnie St. John's misfortune as a young girl become her lifelong leadership strength.

Small business exports picking up, survey finds

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:02:48 -0400

Small business exports are rising as the economy gradually gains strength and companies find trading partners in a new mix of countries, according to a survey released Wednesday.

5 Tips for Growing Your Business at the Right Pace

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:00:50 -0400

Lots of startups fall into the bigger-is-better trap. But scaling your business too quickly can endanger your bottom line.

The Power of Mornings: Why Successful Entrepreneurs Get up Early

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:36:45 -0400

Tapping into the power of mornings, a time of day when there are less demands, might be the key to increasing your productivity.

Inside Edison Nation: A Willy Wonka-Style Warehouse of Inventions

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:42:54 -0400

At Edison Nation, you'll find high-tech design studios, 3-D printing labs, and ultra-modern offices bursting with products that have made millionaires out of amateur tinkerers.

Dear Business Owner: Tweet or Die

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:55:18 -0400

When customers took to social media, calling a start-up's product ugly, the company went with it--inadvertently fueling a meteoric ascent.

Small businesses are hiring again, but cautiously

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:45:27 -0400

Nina Vaca is interviewing job applicants at her staffing company again after putting hiring on hold at the end of last year.

Cheap translations, but not replacement for humans

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:08:37 -0400

An Israeli startup says it has come up with a way to overcome language barriers when conducting international business: an automated service that provides quick translations between English and seven other languages with nothing more than a telephone.

3 People to Follow on Vine for Branding Ideas

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:45:00 -0400

Consider these examples for successfully marketing and branding yourself on Twitter's mobile app for video.

Shortcut to Sustainability: Talk About Values

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:45:00 -0400

Want a sustainable business? Start telling employees what you value, says Rebecca Henderson.

Facebook's Shareholder Meeting: A Leadership Scorecard

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:05:00 -0400

Facebook's first shareholder meeting was heavy on politics, light on specifics, and at times veered into technical support.