| Putting Employees Before Customers Posted: 28 Jan 2014 02:00 PM PST A good employee is sometimes harder to find than a good customer. Here's when to put employees first.  |
| The NSA Is Using Angry Birds to Spy on You Posted: 28 Jan 2014 01:59 PM PST Many popular smartphone apps are being mined for user data by the government, and authorities are using them to track your sexual habits.  |
| Franchise Players: An Auntie Anne's Franchisee on the Importance of Seeking Advice Posted: 28 Jan 2014 01:30 PM PST Eleazar Puente, an Auntie Anne's franchisee, answers questions on motivation, challenges of franchising and more.  |
| The Surprising Skill Business Owners Need (Video) Posted: 28 Jan 2014 01:00 PM PST Like improv actors, business leaders need humor and an ability to think on their feet. Learn how these young entrepreneurs use a improvisation to drive their success.  |
| This New Startup Aims to Revolutionize Selling Your Old Electronics Posted: 28 Jan 2014 01:00 PM PST A mobile app called FOBO holds 97-minute local auctions for your old electronics, where you're guaranteed a sale.  |
| To Avoid Common Startup Ailments, Try These Preventative Measures Posted: 28 Jan 2014 12:30 PM PST Having a good company culture can keep your company and employees healthy.  |
| Why I Think the Hype About Crowdfunding Is Too Good to Be True Posted: 28 Jan 2014 12:00 PM PST If you're going to try to fund your startup via crowdfunding, here's what you need to know before taking the plunge.  |
| 4 Ways to Tell If Your Personal Brand Is in Danger Posted: 28 Jan 2014 11:00 AM PST Even the greatest influencers have experienced problems with their brand at at one point or another. Here's how you can tell if yours is about to hit a snag.  |
| Does Google's Buying Spree Mean the Robot Apocalypse Is Near? Posted: 27 Jan 2014 11:25 PM PST Artificial intelligence and robotics are making strides, as seen in Google's acquisition of DeepMind and several other companies. But don't hold your breath for robots that think like people.  |
| Prince Targets His Biggest Fans in New Copyright Suit Posted: 27 Jan 2014 08:52 PM PST Instead of targeting file sharing sites, Prince is now suing 22 website owners and Facebook users for copyright violation -- many of whom are likely his biggest fans.  |
| Etsy to Offer Tips to Sellers in Town Hall Meeting Posted: 27 Jan 2014 07:24 PM PST CEO Chad Dickerson will discuss best practices for running an Etsy business in a live-streamed event, following company policy changes in the fall.  |
| BitInstant CEO Arrested for Alleged Ties to Silk Road Posted: 27 Jan 2014 06:15 PM PST BitInstant CEO Charlie Shrem and underground Bitcoin exchanger Robert M. Faiella have been charged with using bitcoins to buy and sell illegal drugs to Silk Road users.  |
| Vesting: A Founder's Need to Earn Equity Posted: 27 Jan 2014 06:00 PM PST An insider's take on what you need to know about vesting provisions in venture capital deals.  |
| The Latest Wearable Tech Buzz: It's For the Bees Posted: 27 Jan 2014 05:30 PM PST One might wonder how a scientist would go about attaching anything to a tiny, buzzing insect. The answer might surprise you.  |
| Despite Long, Litigious Past, Samsung and Google Announce 10 Year Cross-Licensing Agreement Posted: 27 Jan 2014 05:28 PM PST The agreement comes after years of patent disputes over smartphones and tablets.  |
| Chipotle Is Making a Dark Comedy Series About Industrial Farming. (Yes, Seriously.) Posted: 27 Jan 2014 05:15 PM PST The burrito chain is releasing a four-part comedy series on Hulu next month that offers a satirical take on industrial farming.  |
| Looking Back at Davos: How Entrepreneurs Can Help With This Dire Problem Posted: 27 Jan 2014 05:00 PM PST During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, global leaders discussed solutions for a must-solve problem. Here is how entrepreneurs can lend a helping hand.  |
| Uber Acknowledges Nasty Ploy to Sabotage a Competitor Posted: 27 Jan 2014 05:00 PM PST Employees at car service Uber ordered -- and then canceled -- over 100 cars from a New York competitor called Gett and then attempted to poach its drivers.  |
| Kid Inventor Whose Marshmallow Launcher Impressed Obama Gets VIP Ticket to State of the Union Posted: 27 Jan 2014 04:42 PM PST Joey Hudy wowed President Obama at the White House Science Fair and has since secured a spot as Intel's youngest intern.  |
| Setting Boundaries To Be a Better Leader Posted: 27 Jan 2014 04:30 PM PST If you are running yourself ragged for some of your customers, you're not being heroic. You're being unfair.  |
| Crafts Store Michaels May Be the Latest Victim of a Data Hack Posted: 27 Jan 2014 04:25 PM PST Over the weekend, the arts-and-crafts retailer said it had recently learned of possible fraudulent activity on debit and credit cards used at its stores.  |
| 14 Apps Every Entrepreneur Needs in 2014 Posted: 27 Jan 2014 04:00 PM PST For entrepreneurs to maintain their continuous juggling act, they are going to need a little assistance with multi-tasking. Here are 14 apps that will help you survive.  |
| The 9 P's to Prepare for Pitching Panic Posted: 27 Jan 2014 03:30 PM PST Pitching to investors is part of the game. Yet, for many entrepreneurs getting up and presenting your idea can be downright petrifying. Here are a few tips on how to get through the presentation and seal the deal.  |
| TELL US: What's Your Most Important Morning Habit? Posted: 27 Jan 2014 03:15 PM PST Morning rituals can help get us rolling before other distractions start flooding in. Which of these is most critical to your professional success?  |
| 10 Tips to be a Proficient Telecommuter Posted: 27 Jan 2014 03:00 PM PST Working from home can be great -- if you know what you're doing.  |
| Richard Branson on 5 Vital Startup Basics Posted: 27 Jan 2014 02:30 PM PST If you want to get your enterprise up and running, consider these basic steps first.  |