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December 3, 2013
STARTUP PROFESSIONALS MUSINGS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
7 New Business Facts Of Life For Entrepreneurs
'Startups are the corporations of the future, so I have long believed that entrepreneurs who study existing corporate models, rather than ignoring them with disdain, will likely profit from the exercise. These are all huge challenges, as well as huge opportunities, for entrepreneurs. Economic instability. Societal upheaval. Stakeholder power. MORE >>
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BOTH SIDES OF THE TABLE | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
DataSift Announces Mega-Round. Apple Buys Topsy for $200 Million. Here’s What You Need to Know
'I’m super proud to announce that DataSift has just completed a $42 million financing round coming at the end of a year where its revenue grew several hundred percent year-over-year. Considering our revenue is SaaS revenue this achievement is even more remarkable. ” What gives? Why all the fuss about the Twitter firehose? Identity. MORE >>
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FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
5 Ways to Get a Confidence Boost
'Whatever you''re about to do, it''s incredibly important--and you''re incredibly nervous. Here''s how to get a quick shot of confidence. key pitch meeting. critical presentation. new product roll-out. Whatever you''re about to do, it''s incredibly important--and you''re incredibly nervous. What you need is a quick dose of confidence. possibilities. MORE >>
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GUST | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Up-to-date Investors Want Social Proof from Startups
'I just read Social Proof Is the New Currency on the Social Media Today blog. Author Daniel Lay writes: . Whether you like Mark Zuckerberg’s mug or not, the social web is here to stay, and businesses that can integrate social proof into their marketing efforts seamlessly will join this new “socially rich” class. MORE >>
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FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
How to Mend a Broken Executive Team
'When communication and trust break down among you and your top execs, you need to fix it fast. Here''s how to get to the root of the problem. When stress is high and deadlines are tight, it''s natural--and even OK--for a team to experience some tension. What''s not OK is a breakdown in trust and clear communication. Get in the game MORE >>
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SILICONHILLS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Map My Fitness Co-Founder Kevin Callahan on his Entrepreneurial Journey and the Big Sale
'By SUSAN LAHEY Reporter with Silicon Hills News Kevin Callahan, co-founder of Map My Fitness recounted his entrepreneurial journey at Austin Startup Grind at Capital Factory Monday night–two weeks after his company announced it was being acquired for $150 million by Under Armour. Austin MORE >>
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FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
6 Ways to Hang on to Email Subscribers
'Effective email marketing campaigns require proper timing, deep knowledge of your audience, and plenty of restraint. Email marketers must walk a fine line when crafting newsletters and other messages. Here are the most important tips from Mashable on getting subscribers engaged and keeping them from clicking the dreaded "unsubscribe" link. MORE >>
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YOUNGUPSTARTS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
[Review] The Necessity Of Strangers
'Since time immemorial, we’re told that our network of friends and family members are vital to our success. Who haven’t heard that “a friend in need is a friend indeed” or that “blood runs thicker than water”? Well, the tables may soon be turned. At least according to innovation consultant Alan Gregerman. MORE >>
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FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Why Innovators Should Learn to Love Branding
'New technology can catch fire quickly. But becoming a household name takes time. Moore''s Law --the idea that computer capabilities grow exponentially year-by-year--carries with it an obvious counterweight: The rate at which consumers adopt technology has grown faster and faster. But hold on. years in the U.S. MORE >>
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YOUNGUPSTARTS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
[Event] Crowdsourcing Week Global 2014
'After a successful debut last year , Crowdsourcing Week will be returning for its second edition. Attendees will discover approaches and tools they need to transform their business through crowd interactions, the sharing economy and collaborative consumption. Early bird tickets will go on sale on December 12, 2013. MORE >>
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7 Quick Tips for Better Business Writing FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Eight Ways To Keep Work From Spilling Into Your Season Of (So-Called) Joy YOUNGUPSTARTS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
An App to Make You Happier (Yup, It Exists) FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
How I Made Twitter Infinitely More Useful DUCT TAPE MARKETING | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Seventh Generation Founder Wants to Change the World With. Condoms? FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Public invited to meeting about Medicaid reform WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Now Comes The Hard Part FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
DOT closes Bonner Bridge over safety concerns WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Why Apple Really Acquired Topsy FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
What have you gotten us in to?! JEFF HILIMIRE | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Business owners aren't creating as many jobs as they used to. Why? They don't want to. FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Why social content sites are going to make high quality content king again LIGHTSPEED VENTURE PARTNERS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Bragging Rights, Not Bitcoins, Are the Newest Currency FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Mentally Exhausted? TruBrain Wants to Help WIRED WIRED WEST | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
3 Reasons Why the Sharing Economy Is Here to Stay FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Denmark's CIBIT receives €1.3M for Further International Expansion ARCTICSTARTUP | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Raising Funds to Help People Raise Funds FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Volvo to put 100 Self-Driving Cars on the road in Gothenburg in 2017 ARCTICSTARTUP | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
The Feds Socked 23andMe. Are You Next? FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Travel Hacking for Entrepreneurs. Where to Start? STARTUP NOODLE | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
The Secret to More Effective Meetings? Manage Emotions FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
DNA ARCTICSTARTUP | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
'Giving Tuesday' Is Really an Excuse for People to Be Completely Selfish FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Danish Entrepreneurs Get Better Access to Loans ARCTICSTARTUP | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Editor's Letter: David vs. the House of Representatives FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
More Premium Finnish Games Developers Experiment with the FTP model ARCTICSTARTUP | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Your Obamacare To Do List: Claim Your Tax Credit FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Delivery drones – coming soon to a home near you. THE EQUITY KICKER | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Is Depression Crippling Your Business? FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
"The products China’s new entrepreneurs are creating are diverging from those coming out of the." MARK BIRCH | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
The Motown Guide to Making Your Company Famous FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
NAACP head, others on trial in protest case WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Marketing Without Marketing FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
McCrory: Feedback considered on teacher pay WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Sam Bacharach: How to Earn Credibility as a Leader FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Tribal elders suing Cherokee bear zoo WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Why Selling Your Company is Like Dancing With the Stars FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Court: Trial in nursing home deaths was fair WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Logistics Strategies You Should Steal From Amazon FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Ex-UNC professor to plead not guilty to charge WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
The Management Model Every Exec Needs FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
NC court rebuffs company on virtual charter school WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
At Most Companies, the Economy Isn't the Big Problem FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
"Punk is whatever we made it to be." MARK BIRCH | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
When It Comes to Online Marketing, Don't Forget About Reddit FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Conversion Details with Brecht Palombo WHITETAIL SOFTWARE | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
DataSift Announces Mega-Round. Apple Buys Topsy for $200 Million. Here's What You Need to Know FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
80’S TUESDAY: Shout by Tears for Fears - The year 1985 was. MARK BIRCH | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Top 9 HR Fails of 2013 FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
"And this shift is just beginning, maybe three years into a 10-year process that is democratizing." MARK BIRCH | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Do You Really Value Creativity? FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
NC woman faces more charges in fatal wreck WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
A 2300-Year-Old Antidote to Stress FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Asheboro woman pleads guilty to embezzlement WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
What to Do When You Fear Your Leadership Is Failing FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Tribal elders are suing Cherokee bear zoo WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL STATE/REGION NEWS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
Boulder: The Making of a City FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
What Is Your Obamacare Strategy? FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
2013 Ends on a High Note FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
7 Weirdest Hackathons Ever FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
An Anatomy of Boston's Business Ecosystem FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
E-Commerce Made the Difference for Retailers FRESH INC.: THE STAFF BLOG | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3,