Corporate

Think ahead, if you will need more money later.

by Amy Wilcox April 18, 2012

Some businesses just can’t fit within the angel capital or friends and family model for raising funds. Sooner or later these businesses will have to seek venture capital and accommodate the needs of the venture community in negotiating the terms of an investment. First, VC’s in general cannot invest in ‘S’ corporations or limited liability [...]

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The Fastest Way to Get What You Want?

by Guest April 7, 2012

The fastest way to get what you want out of life and business is to ask for it. It must seem like a mundane concept, I know. But it works like a charm, most of the time.

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Distinguishing Between Management & Leadership

by Jennifer Kushell February 13, 2012

I just read this piece in the New York Times, pointing out how you can be a great leader, without being a great manager. I immediately identified with it, and thought some of you might too. Truth be known, I’m a lousy manager.

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Using LinkedIn to Follow Potential Employers

by Jessica Holbrook October 10, 2011

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Many people think of LinkedIn as a tool to network with individuals. While LinkedIn is certainly useful for this purpose, it can also provide invaluable information about which companies you should target during your job search. Did you know that LinkedIn now allows you to follow all the activity related to a particular company? You [...]

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