How Arizona State University Is Changing The Entrepreneurial Landscape Of The...
ASU is committed to transforming the Southwest into a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship, and their innovative approach may succeed where so many others have failed.
View ArticleThere's No Such Thing As Luck: Three Lessons For Making The Most Out Of...
There are two things I'm sure of in this world. The first is that life is a journey, full of twists and turns. The second is that hardly anything goes according to plan. The fact that life is...
View ArticleSometimes Raising Too Much Money Can Cost You
For most tech entrepreneurs, raising money is a lot like voting in Chicago: you want to do it early and often. Common wisdom is that you can never bring in too much, and that more money means more...
View ArticleFor Better Or Worse: How To Build Business Partnerships That Last
For startups and small businesses, it can be difficult to convince a large company to enter into a mutually beneficial partnership. Here's what it takes to successfully partner in today's world.
View ArticleHurry Up And Wait: How To Stay Patient And Productive, Even When Waiting
For entrepreneurs, waiting on partners and clients to move forward can be excrutiating. Fortunately, my team and I have learned how to use downtime to our advantage.
View ArticleFind The Joy: The Case For Unrelenting Positivity
There are countless things that keep business founders and leaders awake at night. Clients, employees, investors and everything in between can, and often do cause terrible stress and anxiety. The...
View ArticleTeam Psychology: What College Football And Startups Have In Common
Football season is finally upon us, and that means that many Americans will be following their favorite teams trials and tribulations on a weekly basis. I know that I will. Anyone who knows me...
View ArticleThree Things To Look For In A Venture Capital Firm
The ability to attract the attention and support of a venture capital firm is a badge of honor for most entrepreneurs. The allure of an influx of capital and prestige that goes along with it can be...
View ArticleBusinesses Win One Inch At A Time -- Here's How To Keep Moving Forward
Most successful businesses are defined by the sum of all of the little decisions and interactions that happen each and every day, and not by grand strategic moves. This simple truth puts the...
View ArticleWhat's The Secret To Long-Lasting Morale? Celebrating Your Team's Successes,...
When it comes to motivating your team, some things are more important than just money. You have to celebrate your victories, big and small, in order to make sure people are happy, productive, and...
View ArticleLeaders: If You Do Your Job Well, People Won't Be Sure You've Done Anything...
Of all the common misconceptions about leadership, one of the most pernicious is the idea that it takes a strong and aggressive personality to guide a team. The truth is that if leaders do their job...
View ArticleWhen It Comes To Selling Your Business, Don't Be Naïve
For entrepreneurs, few things are as flattering or exciting as a potential acquisition. When someone approaches you with an interest in buying your business, it seems like the ultimate validation of...
View ArticleStop Disrupting Industries And Start Improving Them
Hot trends in technology come and go, but their impact on the marketplace and consumer preferences can shape the future in unforeseen ways.
View ArticleThe Art Of Negotiating With Nuance
Much has been written about the art of negotiation, but few people recognize that negotiation isn’t always a zero-sum game. Sometimes, you find yourself having to negotiate with team members or...
View ArticleThree Tips For Navigating Today's Venture Capital Landscape
Despite all the talk about excess capital in the tech investment sector, many young but growing companies find themselves in a metaphorical venture capital no-man’s land. Over the past few years I have...
View ArticleFor Alternative Lenders To Be Successful, Differentiation Is Key
The alternative lending industry is hot right now, attracting investment and attention alike. However, as competition increases, alternative lenders are going to have to differentiate their offerings...
View ArticleIn Business, Clarity Comes First
There are a lot of things that can (and frequently do) go wrong inside of a business. Sales fall through, products don't work, team members get frustrated, and clients get upset. While some of these...
View ArticleThe Laws Of Cofounder Attraction
The co-founder relationship is one of the most important and potentially challenging relationships an entrepreneur will ever have. It not only sets the tone for the culture that your organization will...
View ArticleLearning To Embrace The Agony Of Failure
Entrepreneurs tend to have a complicated relationship with failure. On one hand, it’s a necessary part of the creation process. Innovation of any kind is almost always a direct result of multiple...
View ArticleBeware These Three Scary Negotiation Tactics
Negotiation can be a tricky business, full of both potential pitfalls and opportunities for success. When two parties negotiate in good faith, the results can be mutually beneficial and fortify a...
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