It takes a lot to leave a good job that pays well to venture out on your own. However, that is exactly what Monica Marie Jones did, and she has seen plenty of success because of her choice. Monica was no longer happy in the day-to-day grind, so she felt it was time to create […]
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So many small businesses make the mistake of focusing too much on operations, the day to day ways they handle their business, and not enough on marketing and brand building. Your company’s brand encompasses more than just a pretty logo: It’s your reputation in the business world. Nothing is more important than your brand. Memories
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Andre Nel talks about his inventor journey over at IPWatchdog.com. I admit it! I fell for it hooks, line, and sinker. It seemed so easy! Come up with an idea, file a provisional patent and pitch it to a manufacturer. The manufacturer is so giddy with excitement that they file a patent for you and
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1888 – George Eastman registers the trademark Kodak and receives a patent for his camera that uses roll film. 1950 – Darlington Raceway is the site of the inaugural Southern 500, the first 500-mile NASCAR race. 1951 – The first live transcontinental television broadcast takes place in San Francisco, California, from the Japanese Peace Treaty
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This is the story of how I accidentally became a professional blogger and started Dane Carlson’s Business Opportunities Weblog. This tale has been a long time coming, because it’s not really something I ever wanted to share. I was always afraid that if I told my startup story I’d just create more competition for myself
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Something I planned to touch on later, in part two (or three) of my Behind the Curtain series, but that seems very apropos to today, the day after the Boston Marathon bombing, is one of my primary rules for maintaining my sanity: ignore the news. I used to be a news junkie. If something exciting
People problems are the leading cause of failure in startups. This book offers solutions. Often downplayed in the excitement of starting up a new business venture is one of the most important decisions entrepreneurs will face: should they go it alone, or bring in cofounders, hires, and investors to help build the business? More than
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Patch.com: The 11th New Jersey Smashburger franchise officially opens in the Troy Hills Shopping Center in Parsippany Thursday, but residents had an opportunity Monday afternoon and evening for an early taste of what the chain restaurant has to offer. There was excitement in the dining room as patrons who had received e-mailed invitations to attend
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Fast Casual: Football season has traditionally been Buffalo Wild Wings‘ busiest time of the year and the chain has kicked off a new integrated advertising campaign as pro and college teams take the field. “Football fans know that there’s no better place to share in game day excitement than Buffalo Wild Wings,” said Sally Smith,
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MarketWatch: Firemans Contractors, Inc., a commercial contractor offering franchises and commercial services in the pavement and parking lot maintenance industry, announced a successful launch of it first Firemans Contractors’ franchise – “Station 1”. The franchise was launched in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex and began operations on July 1, 2012. The company held an official
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