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Who, What, "Wear": Breaking Down the Basics of Trade Dress
By Daliah Saper | January 05, 2016

Learn the consequences of copying trade dress, and how to avoid the situation as a business with product design.

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Shake It Up: How to Identify Industries That are Ready for Disruption
By Anna Johansson | January 04, 2016

Plus, The Industries That Will Be Disrupted Next

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The Art of Negotiating: How to Make Every Deal a Win-Win
By Eric F. Frazier | December 23, 2015

At all negotiation tables, make sure you are working towards a positive and constructive business relationship.

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Welcome to the Big Leagues: At What Point Are You No Longer A Startup?
By Tom Ireland | December 14, 2015

Startups are a particular kind of business. But when do you stop being one?

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HandUp: How "Kickstarter for the Homeless" Is Revolutionizing the Sharing Economy
By business.com editorial staff | December 04, 2015

Two Silicon Valley entrepreneurs have launched a B-Corp called HandUp to help the homeless. Learn about this revolutionary move.

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The Rule of 9's: Will Charm Pricing Work for Your Business?
By Timothy Matanovich | November 09, 2015

Don’t leave your pricing strategy to guesswork. "Charm" pricing has been proven to lift sales, but will it work for you? Read on to learn.

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Why Tesla Should Fail, But Won't
By Kim Tracy Prince | November 03, 2015

Tesla Motors Is Successful So Far Despite Common Startup Challenges

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Facts and Figures: Key Factors that Determine Startup Success
By Zac Johnson | November 02, 2015

This infographic shares the most influential factors for success in a startup. Do you have what it takes?

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10 Work Habits of Unsuccessful People—And How to Correct Them
By Justin R. Brown | October 30, 2015

Having a good job performance means getting ahead, and having a mediocre performance or attitude can stop your career in its tracks.

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5 Things to Say to Advance Your Career Right Now
By Bob Pritchett | October 26, 2015

Here are 5 phrases that have the power to build better work relationships and help advance you within your career.

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Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: When Should You Make Your First Million?
By business.com editorial staff | October 06, 2015

A million dollars doesn’t carry as much weight as it used to, but it still represents a major milestone. When should you reach it?