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Make Money with a Drone-based Business

There are Many Creative Ways. Little buzzing things in the sky that look like an old-fashioned hobby are called drones, unmanned aircraft.  Yes, these are, fundamentally, the same machines as the controversial planes that have gotten the Obama admin in some hot water.  But they can be put to a wide array of uses, and ... Read more...

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Run Your Start-up On a 4-Day Work Week

Have you ever heard the cry “thank God it’s Monday?” No one has. It’s about as common as bumper stickers advocating for a 50-hour work week.  The rut is only too common in the workplace.  Grinding it out hour by hour, with gray days blurring together, is no way to increase creativity or morale. Great ... Read more...

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Best Home Business: Start a Green Cleaning Company

Green cleaning fills a niche and isn't expensive to start. It can be hard to know which type of business to start up, and finding a good niche can be at least half the battle.  Keeping on top of the latest trends is key, and that’s what we’re here for.  Each year, a few hot ... Read more...

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Pitfalls To Avoid When Starting Up

Today's topic is survival, mortality. It's about strapping on the Kevlar and loading your weapon for the war ahead. In the face of the doom and gloom statistics about failure rates of businesses, it takes a fight to stay alive. And it also requires smart decisions and poise. Here are a few tips for beating ... Read more...

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The Amazing Story of Seth Goldman and Honest Tea

The Starbucks of Tea. That was the mission of Seth Goldman and his partner when they conceived of what is now a thriving company, Honest Tea. Goldman and his co-founder Barry Nalebuff wanted to introduce a wide audience to the luxurious, yet accessible, experience of a great cup of tea. The two of them felt ... Read more...