| Instagram's 5 Tips for Better Marketing -- With Pictures Posted: 18 Feb 2014 01:30 PM PST The popular photo-sharing site has released findings on its business blog about the ways in which the most successful brands have engaged the visual community.  |
| Avoiding Second-Hand Stress Posted: 18 Feb 2014 01:00 PM PST Simply being around someone who is stressed can trigger our body's stress response. Here is how to avoid ruining everyone else's day.  |
| 25 Ways to Make Your First Online Sale Posted: 18 Feb 2014 12:30 PM PST Don't let the simple concept of a first sale mislead you. Obtaining that first customer can sometimes be a long, arduous battle. Here's how.  |
| This Is What the Ultimate Sales Conversation Sounds Like Posted: 18 Feb 2014 12:30 PM PST In any conversation you have with a customer, there are other conversations at work: the one in your head and the one in his or hers.  |
| 10 Questions to Ask When Collecting Customer Data Posted: 18 Feb 2014 12:00 PM PST What business owners need to know about gathering, using and protecting customer information.  |
| Startup Life Driving You Crazy? Here Are 3 Ways to Recharge. Posted: 18 Feb 2014 11:30 AM PST Launching and running a startup can be a buzzkill to your social and personal life. Yet, having "me" time can actually be productive to your endeavor.  |
| Introducing Entrepreneur Barbie Posted: 17 Feb 2014 11:25 PM PST At Toy Fair this week, Mattel announced its iconic doll is becoming her own boss.  |
| Customers Still Furious Over 1-800-Flowers' Valentine's Day Flop Posted: 17 Feb 2014 08:52 PM PST Besieged by a blizzard, New York-based 1-800-Flowers failed to deliver arrangements -- or delivered dead bouquets -- to hundreds of infuriated customers.  |
| 5 Steps to Build a Creative Business from Scratch Posted: 17 Feb 2014 07:30 PM PST Operating a business where your intellectual capital is your golden ticket requires a calculated approach.  |
| The Secret to Hitting Startup Gold Twice Posted: 17 Feb 2014 07:00 PM PST Former Mint vice president discusses how he launched another successful venture.  |
| 6 Tips to Create a Top-Notch Crowdfunding Video Posted: 17 Feb 2014 06:30 PM PST With crowdfunding platforms like Indiegogo and Kickstarter making it easy for aspiring entrepreneurs to nab early cash for their startup dreams, more than ever people are flocking to these sites. Here are some tips on how to make your video (and campaign) stand out and snag donors.  |
| How Not to Be a Boring Blogger: Write Like You Eat (Infographic) Posted: 17 Feb 2014 06:02 PM PST Content is king right now. You have to engage with your consumers if you want them to buy what you are selling.  |
| Forget Smartphones and Watches. Are iCars and iCardio Monitors in Apple's Future? Posted: 17 Feb 2014 06:01 PM PST While acquisition rumors have long swirled, Apple's top leaders reportedly met with Tesla founder Elon Musk in Cupertino.  |
| Distractions Killing Your Flow? Try This Method. Posted: 17 Feb 2014 06:00 PM PST Here is a way to prevent an interruption from stopping you dead in your tracks.  |
| Face Your Fears: New Video Game Offers Heart-Pounding Experience -- Literally Posted: 17 Feb 2014 05:35 PM PST Female entrepreneur Erin Reynolds created 'Nevermind,' a video game where players wear heart monitors and their game experience changes based on their level of anxiety. She is raising money to build out the game on Kickstarter.  |
| Becoming the 'Benchmark' Brand Everyone Covets Posted: 17 Feb 2014 05:30 PM PST You call the shots, you mark the pathway and you lead by example. You are the benchmark brand.  |
| Bitcoin Exchange Mt. Gox Apologizes About Crippling Hack, Says Withdrawals to Resume Soon Posted: 17 Feb 2014 05:13 PM PST Troubled virtual currency platform rolls out new system, set to rebound from recent attack.  |
| It's Time to Beef Up Your 'About' Page Posted: 17 Feb 2014 05:00 PM PST Here are five easy tips to improve one of your site's most visited sections.  |
| Are Online Comment Trolls Actually 'Psychopathic Sadists'? Posted: 17 Feb 2014 04:45 PM PST A new study suggests that yes, yes they are.  |
| 12 Steps to Help Manage Your Work-Life Balance on the Go Posted: 17 Feb 2014 04:30 PM PST With mobile capabilities making it easier than ever for entrepreneurs to conduct business on the go, often, business life gets mixed with personal time. Check out 12 steps for how to remain productive while also maintaining a healthy work-life balance.  |
| How Do I Build a Business Plan? (Infographic) Posted: 17 Feb 2014 04:00 PM PST Take a look at this infographic for tips on how to write a great business plan.  |
| Starbucks Banned at Sochi? No Problem. NBC Finds a Way to Smuggle It In. Posted: 17 Feb 2014 03:58 PM PST While Starbucks isn't an Olympic sponsor, NBC has managed to set up its own shop for coffee addicts.  |
| Lessons From 3 Lesser-Known Presidents Posted: 17 Feb 2014 03:30 PM PST What entrepreneurs can glean from William Harrison, Rutherford B. Hayes and William McKinley.  |
| Google Acquires Security Startup to Let Users Log In With 'Ultrasonic Sound' Posted: 17 Feb 2014 03:23 PM PST The technology could serve as a replacement for one-time use PINs, passwords or both.  |
| Site Says, 'Make Me a Match: I'll Pay You.' Posted: 17 Feb 2014 03:00 PM PST New site hopes paying amateur matchmakers will set it apart in a crowded market.  |
| 5 Simple Steps to Building Your Business Online and Getting Millions of Visitors Posted: 17 Feb 2014 02:30 PM PST An informative and insightful conversation with Derek Halpern, founder of Social Triggers.  |