By Megan Totka One of the most popular and shared articles Susan wrote in recent months was titled, “Thanks for everything – now get out! When Founders Get Fired.” Reading about breakups – whether it’s between two movie stars in Hollywood or a high-profile CEO and his or her company in Silicon Valley – is […]
By Brian Hamilton Shark Tank can be a tough show to watch if you’re an entrepreneur. I often find it difficult to enjoy, since I empathize so much with the people coming on the show to pitch their businesses. I get nervous for these contestants because, like most entrepreneurs, I’ve been in similar situations. Believe me, business […]
By Elizabeth DeMaso There is an indisputable business renaissance going on these days and our company, With You Lockets, is in the thick of it. Like many of our fellow small business owners and thought starters, all four partners of With You Lockets hold down full time “day jobs.” […]
Find out why Americans prefer NOT to work for a family-owned business. (Is yours family owned?) Discover what’s really important about content curating. Add these three things to your to-do list today, and while you’re at it we have six leadership mistakes you need to learn from. Leadership, management and productivity This article on leadership […]
As my readers know, twice a year I judge the Connecticut Business Plan Competition, where students from business schools and undergraduate business programs throughout Connecticut compete for cash prizes and mentoring from leading business experts, in a format very similar to the popular “SharkTank” television show. This spring’s event featured 13 teams from throughout the […]