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5 Quick Tips for Better Bootstrapping From SXSW

5 Quick Tips for Better Bootstrapping From SXSW

The founders of popular image-hosting service imgur on what it takes to launch a tech startup without seeking outside investors.
Movement Entrepreneurs: How Today’s Social Activists Crush the Status Quo

Movement Entrepreneurs: How Today’s Social Activists Crush the Status Quo

If amassing a huge following is the first priority of startups these days, modern social activists have some key lessons for you.
In Search of Buzz: What It Is and How to Build It

In Search of Buzz: What It Is and How to Build It

Generating interest among the media, customers and clients is the goal, but how to make that happen can often get confusing and costly. Here are three tips.
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Tis the Season for Giving Thanks

Tis the Season for Giving Thanks

With Christmas just a day away, don't forget to give a big 'THANK YOU' to the VIPs in your life.
Social-Media Maven Amy Jo Martin on Working Hard and Being a Renegade

Social-Media Maven Amy Jo Martin on Working Hard and Being a Renegade

Digital Royalty's Amy Jo Martin left the Phoenix Suns to launch her digital and social-media empire. Here are her tips for how to score more points with customers.
Live Chat with Social-Media Maven Jason Sadler

Live Chat with Social-Media Maven Jason Sadler

Check out our recent live chat with IWearYourShirt.com's Jason Sadler and Adina Grigore of Sprout Skincare.
How to Humanize Your Brand and Build Social-Media Buzz

How to Humanize Your Brand and Build Social-Media Buzz

When it comes to starting up, one of the biggest drivers you'll have in finding customers is your current customers. Here's how to keep them happy -- and chatty.
No Cuddly Kittens? Here’s How to Make Popular Web Videos Anyway

No Cuddly Kittens? Here’s How to Make Popular Web Videos Anyway

Even if you're not technologically versed, creating videos to showcase your business is not only possible, it's downright vital for some entrepreneurs.
How Being a Party Animal Helped SpiritHoods Grow Its Business

How Being a Party Animal Helped SpiritHoods Grow Its Business

When it comes to starting up in the fashion world, safety can be dangerous. See how SpiritHoods went to the edge -- and found success.
Why Social Media is Nothing Without Creativity

Why Social Media is Nothing Without Creativity

Sites like Twitter and Facebook are overrun with brands trying to get consumers' attention. So what do you do? Get crafty, that's what.
Want to Create Engaging Content? Tell a Good Story

Want to Create Engaging Content? Tell a Good Story

Engaging content starts and ends with a good story. Here's how to figure out which tale to tell.
With Social Media, Kick Off Your Conservative Pants

With Social Media, Kick Off Your Conservative Pants

To ramp up your young company's social-media presence, let your personality shine.