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Why The Government is Isn’t a Bigger Version of a Startup

Steve Blank

Today, every government agency, service branch, and combatant command is adopting innovation activities (hackathons, design thinking classes, innovation workshops, et al.)

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Twitter Link Roundup #211 – Small Business, Startups, Innovation, Social Media, Design, Marketing and More

crowdSPRING Blog

These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! Interesting behind-the-scenes post (some tech info) about how the Secret app is designed to work – crowdspring.co/1fUt41V. based venture capital investors, by deal stage.

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How One Woman’s Flat Tire Inspired A Global Trucking Movement

YoungUpstarts

In 2008, Ellen founded Women in Trucking: an association designed to be a resource and encouragement to transportation leaders. She spent almost 18 years licensing and permitting carriers in Central Wisconsin. Ellen Voie took the direction from her mother’s experience quite literally.

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24 Entrepreneurs Explain How They Came Up With Their Business Names

Hearpreneur

My wife, Sarah, surprised me with a trip to Kohler, Wisconsin, for my 40th birthday. On the way north from the Chicago suburbs to Wisconsin, I thought it would be a great idea to have my own PR firm. Jumaah Goldberg, Mind Your Damn Fitness ! #12- 12- My name and a word I love. Photo Credit: Colin B Photography.

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30 Entrepreneurs Share Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

I saw a chance to use my business experience combined with an eye for design and architecture to find new opportunities in real estate. Thanks to Colin Merrill, Wisconsin Junk Cars ! #26- I love designing items that represent the individual style of each customer, and my products are a reflection of that.

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30 Entrepreneurs Explain the Role of a Mentor in Their Business

Hearpreneur

Thanks to Greg Findley, Mantra Design ! #6- I started my career working for a large design company before going freelance and eventually expanding that into my own business. Thanks to Ryne Lambert, Sell My House In Wisconsin ! . #15- 6- Helps to achieve vision. Photo Credit: Devon Fata. I'm not saying I got here all by myself.

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30 Entrepreneurs Explain the Future Trends They See in Their Industry

Hearpreneur

Again, personalization will become more prevalent in product design and marketing. Small business owners now see the value of investing in branding experts, business coaches, copywriters and designers who bring unique insight and talent to the digital marketing space. Personal development course designers flourish in this environment.