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Why the World Drinks Espresso
How did coffee go from a cheap commodity to a gourmet drink? You have this man (and several other innovators) to thank. Read more
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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
9 Circles of Customer Service Hell
Your customers are the cornerstone of your success. So why on earth are you torturing them? Read more
4 Rewards That Are More Powerful Than Money
They reinforce positive behaviors, boost motivation, and build employees' self-esteem. Bonus: They won't cost you anything. Read more
Banish Your Negativity Bias
Your brain is wired for negativity--but it's probably not helping you. Here's how to fight back. Read more
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How London is Luring Start-ups
Welcome to the "Silicon Roundabout," which is luring young companies with government funding, Google-sponsored office space, and a new start-up competition. Read more
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Why You Should Give Your Work Away for Free
If you're not devoting a small percentage of your time to working for free, you're making a big mistake. Read more
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Why You’re Doing Customer Research All Wrong
Somewhere along the line between brainstorming and testing new ideas in the marketplace, your research is failing. Here's why. Read more
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Make Your Meetings More Effective
Here's tips on how to keep groups focused and not waste time from Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council, and Adam Toren, co-founder of Smal... Watch video
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Want to Be More Inventive? Think Like a Fifth Grader
A cognitive psychologist has developed a toolkit to help anyone be more inventive by shedding their preconceived ideas and thinking like a kid. Read more
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Will 2012 Be the Year of the Health Tech Start-up?
Healthcare in America is in shambles. Can tech start-ups come to the rescue? Read more
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10 Meaningless Sales Terms
At one time, these phrases made a real impact on potential customers. Not anymore. Read more
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10 Quick Tips to Become a Better Writer
It's not about being a highly skilled artist; you just just need to become a better technician with words. Here's how. Read more
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Use Video to Inspire Your Team
Employees are looking for motivation. Here's how video can be an effective way to deliver it to them. Read more
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How Not to Become 'Shark' Bait
'Shark Tank' contestant Megan Cummins learned the hard way what can happen to investor promises. Five ways to make sure it doesn't happen to you. Read more
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