Stop Avoiding Tough Conversations
Conflict may feel uncomfortable, but it's also costly to avoid. Putting off a tough conversation? Consider these strategies to get back on track. Read more
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9 Mistakes You're Making on LinkedIn
What separates the master networkers from the amateurs? The former tend not to make these mistakes. Read more
The Introvert Entrepreneur's Holiday Survival Guide
The party-mania this time of year can be difficult for introverts. Here's how to make the most of the networking opportunities while keeping your sanity intact. Read more
Create the Spark That Will Ignite Your Start-up
You can't launch a successful business on just an idea. Discovering your strategic asset is the key. Read more
7 Bold Prediction From Top VCs
Venture capitalists at SoftRock, CrossLink Capital, NEA, Bain, and DCM give Inc. their predictions for the coming year. Here's what you need to know. Read more
Recent Start-up Articles
Why You Should Hire 'Athletes'
We call them athletes, because they can tackle any position. And they're the best type of employees you can hire at a start-up. Here's why. Read more
Baffled By Big Data? Use 'Small' Data Instead
Warby Parker co-founder Neil Blumenthal recently explained why most start-ups should forget much buzzed about big data and focus on plain, old data instead. Read more
10 Start-up Mistakes to Avoid in the New Year
From failing to supervise the sales team to being just a little too feedback-happy, these young entrepreneurs learned some tough lessons about running a star... Read more
Who Knew Coupons Were So Lucrative?
Coupons don't sound like an exciting business. But coupons.com is getting another look, hitting the $1 billion valuation mark this summer. Read more
A High Tech Start-up Eyes Broadway
One of New York's hottest shows is also a small business. Here's how iLuminate came to wow audiences during the holidays. Read more
Saving Your Way to Success: Why You Can't Do It
It's hard to invest when the economy is poor. But that's exactly when you need to do it. Read more
You Control the Fate of Business in 2013
Stop hiding behind taxes and the government. All it takes is one simple choice to keep business moving this year. Read more
Why Brainstorming Doesn't Spark Innovation
Traditional methods of generating innovative ideas--like brainstorming--are badly out of step with current neuroscience, according to a Columbia professor. Read more
A Billion Dollars, Through Acquisitions and Perseverance
Patrick Grady, founder and chairman of Rearden Commerce, talks about his company's $1 billion valuation. Read more
Convert Community Goodwill Into Cash
You've worked hard to build your company's reputation in the local community. Convert that goodwill to real value as you prepare to sell your business. Read more
