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Why Bravo’s Start-Ups: Silicon Valley Is Bad for Entrepreneurship
The Bravo TV show “Start-Ups” is more than just a poor representation of Silicon Valley — it’s flat-out dangerous for America’s aspiring entrepreneurs
What You Can Learn from the Best Companies
Having a reputation as a great place to work can help you land some top talent, so here’s what some of the best companies do to earn that reputation.
Keeping Cash Flow Smooth
Small businesses often suffer from uneven cash flow, or “lumpy money” syndrome. But there are some steps you can take to smooth out your cash flow.
Shred the Punchcards: Belly Updates Customer Loyalty Programs
Customer loyalty program Belly gives independent merchants a sleek solution to keep customers coming back.
Planning for Success in a Tough Economy
With the economy mired in the slowest recovery of the post-World War II era, conserving your resources while planning for growth remains an essential part of the small business playbook.
Boost Productivity with the Right Feedback
The way you talk to your employees plays a big role in your company’s success.
How to Keep Tabs on the Competition
Thanks to the internet, it’s easier than ever to keep an eye on your competitors. All it takes is a few simple steps.
Leading in a Crisis
Every business gets tested eventually; how you lead your team through that crisis could have a lot to do with how you come out the other side.
The Customer Isn’t Always Right
It’s one of those unquestioned truisms that the customer is always right, but there are a few exceptions to that rule that you may want to consider adopting.
Seeing Into the Future
One of the tricks to creating an enduring company is to spot trends before your competitor does, but that’s easier said than done.
Why So Many Americans Don’t Have Bank Accounts
At a time when you can pay bills online and deposit checks remotely using a cell phone, it’s amazing how many Americans don’t have bank accounts. One in nine households is without a checking account.