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When it makes sense to fail
5/20/2013
- Wall Street Journal, The
Sometimes, despite all of your hard work, you just can't turn your business into a success, writes Brad Feld. In these situations, it may be wise to simply shut down the company and try again with a n… Read More
Focus on what you've done, not what's left to do
5/20/2013
- Inc. online (free registration)
Business owners' tendency to focus on tasks that remain undone can cause stress and frustration, writes Metal Mafia founder Vanessa Merit Nornberg. A recent exercise that forced Nornberg to list her r… Read More
Information and advice for women business owners
NAWBO® SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: National Association of Women Business Owners
10 devices that make your office more energy-efficient
5/20/2013
- PCWorld
A motion detector that turns off electronics when you leave a room, a thermostat timer, a surge protector that cuts energy consumption and a solar-powered keyboard are among 10 devices that can help y… Read More
Forging partnerships with larger companies
5/20/2013
- Washington Post, The
Forming partnerships with larger companies can be a boon for a small business, writes Kelli Richards. Start the process by researching high-ranking executives at target companies and contacting them w… Read More
The latest franchising news and trends
IFA SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: International Franchise Association
Baskin-Robbins to launch mobile app for online cake orders
5/20/2013
- QSRWeb.com
Baskin-Robbins is planning to develop a mobile application that will streamline the online ordering process for ice cream cakes. The company also announced a partnership with Jel Sert to launch a line… Read More
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